Welcome Home to this turn of the century Swiss Chalet located in the historic West Colfax corridor of downtown South Bend. Built in 1903 by Francis Keefer for Studebaker executive Horace Kauffman, this Indiana Landmark has been lovingly maintained and restored throughout the years. Full of potential, this home has served as a single family residence, Superhost Airbnb/rental and even the rectory for St Paul's up the street. The 5 bed / 5 bath beauty boasts gorgeous oak woodwork throughout its three stories. Recent upgrades include a newer roof, gutters (2018), boiler (2017), updated electric and plumbing, restored hardwoods and A/C mini-splits (2020). Many more improvements (see attached documentation) make this home worry-free and move-in ready for a family, a fully furnished turnkey rental/Airbnb/house hack opportunity or both. An inviting covered front porch is a perfect space for morning coffee or evening refreshments. The large entryway shows off the beautiful woodwork including pocket doors, gorgeous mission style banisters and a wrapped oak staircase with storage. Two spacious living rooms and a beautiful formal dining room create a lovely flow perfect for entertaining! The kitchen functions nicely with plenty of cabinet and storage space in the large Butler’s pantry and a fantastic newly built center island. The second floor boasts 4 ample sized bedrooms each with their own bath. Even more living space on the third floor functions as extra recreational or lounge space complete with an additional full bath. An off-street parking pad located in the back leads to your private backyard oasis. It’s the perfect space to grill out on the newer deck, relax in the hot tub or lounge around the firepit while the kids play in the oversized backyard. A piece of South Bend history is awaiting its next steward!
Single-familyProperty Type
1904Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$90Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Stephanie Larimore• RE/MAX 100
Contact: Cell: 206-619-1996
Bought with Abram Christianson• Howard Hanna SB Real Estate
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
5.5
Stories
2
Lot width
55 ft.
Lot depth
197 ft.
Lot size
10,890
Year renovated
1961
Sq. Ft.
5,300
Year built
1904
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Joseph County
APN
710811203050000026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Apr 12, 2026.
U1
Urban Neighborhood 1 District
The U1 District is established to provide for, promote, and maintain urban neighborhoods located in both the core and outlying areas of the City.; The following are typical characteristics of the U1 District: Primarily single and two unit residential development in the form of detached houses, allowing the addition of ancillary dwelling units to give additional value; Buildings with modest setbacks and inviting building frontages, primarily of stoops and porches, that create a consistent block face along smaller city blocks; Detached garages located at the rear of the lot, often accessed from an alley; Pedestrian-oriented scale with sidewalks and regularly spaced street trees.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Multi Units
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
Interior Features
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Built-in Features