If you are looking for a truly convenient location then this move in ready ranch on Valparaiso's north side may be for you. The entire main floor has updated laminate flooring. The living room, kitchen area, & both bedrooms have updated ceiling fans. Both the kitchen & bathroom have ample counter and cabinet space. Both bedrooms have nice closet space. The home is spotless, and there is a comfortable balance of both modern and pleasant vintage. Full unfinished basement with wide stairs. Lot is almost 1/2 acre, and is 324' deep, offering space for additional future out buildings. Detached 22' x 24' garage. Fairgrounds Park, home to Valpo's popular walking paths, as well as Valpo's state-of-the-art skate park now under construction, are both outside your front door. Hop, skip, and a jump to agrocery store, pharmacies, restaurants, schools, and other retail establishments. PLEASE NOTE. .. .there are NO EXEMPTIONS filed on the property. Taxes will be SIGNIFICANTLY lower once this is done.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
$239Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sheryl Barnard• McColly Real Estate
•219-462-2411 (broker)
•valparaiso@mccolly.com (broker)
Contact: sheryl@mccolly.com
Bought with Rita Beaty• Coldwell Banker 1st Choice
FRAME RANCH THAT FEATURES 2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH, FULL BASEMENT AND A 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE. SOLD AS IS. NO DISCLOSURES, NO SURVEY OR TERMITE PROVIDED. PRESENT DETAILED PRE-QUAL OR PROOF OF FUNDS WITH OFFER. EM CERTIFIED FUNDS ONLY.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,231 (+7.4%)
$42,700 + $188,000
$230,700
2024
$2,077 (+5.4%)
$42,700 + $152,300
$195,000
2023
$1,970 (−53.7%)
$40,000 + $145,800
$185,800
2022
$4,258 (+3.0%)
$40,000 + $132,900
$172,900
2021
$4,132 (+3.6%)
$40,000 + $121,200
$161,200
2020
$3,989 (+16.0%)
$36,200 + $116,900
$153,100
2019
$3,437 (+387.7%)
$36,200 + $93,900
$130,100
2018
$705 (+1.9%)
$36,200 + $88,600
$124,800
2017
$691 (+2.0%)
$37,300 + $96,100
$133,400
2016
$678 (−33.1%)
$37,300 + $96,100
$133,400
2015
$1,013 (+8.3%)
$36,000 + $92,800
$128,800
2013
$935
$36,200 + $85,700
$121,900
Tax history for 609 Mccord Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,231 (+7.4%)
$42,700 + $188,000
$230,700
2024
$2,077 (+5.4%)
$42,700 + $152,300
$195,000
2023
$1,970 (−53.7%)
$40,000 + $145,800
$185,800
2022
$4,258 (+3.0%)
$40,000 + $132,900
$172,900
2021
$4,132 (+3.6%)
$40,000 + $121,200
$161,200
2020
$3,989 (+16.0%)
$36,200 + $116,900
$153,100
2019
$3,437 (+387.7%)
$36,200 + $93,900
$130,100
2018
$705 (+1.9%)
$36,200 + $88,600
$124,800
2017
$691 (+2.0%)
$37,300 + $96,100
$133,400
2016
$678 (−33.1%)
$37,300 + $96,100
$133,400
2015
$1,013 (+8.3%)
$36,000 + $92,800
$128,800
2013
$935
$36,200 + $85,700
$121,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
63 ft.
Lot depth
324 ft.
Lot size
0.47 Acres
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
1,080
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Porter County
APN
640913404007000004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Gararge Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: None
Appliances: Dryer, Portable Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Room Information
Rooms Total: 4
Has Basement
Basement: Enclosed
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch-Covered, Patio
Other Equipment: None
Living Area
Living Area: 1,080
Property Information
Year Built: 1956
Year Built Effective: 0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,277
Tax Year: 2022
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Occupant Type(s): Vacant
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,080
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1956
County: Porter County
APN: 640913404007000004
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Valparaiso High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Valparaiso, IN • 46383
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$246,000 – $297,000
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