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117 S Taft Ave, Evansville, IN, 47714

$249,900

Home List Price

$2,968*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
$100/SqFt
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117 S Taft Ave, Evansville$249,900

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingNone
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1950
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
FireplaceFamily Rm, Wood Burning, Basement
MLS #202432630
Lot Size0.18 Acres
StatusActive

About 117 S Taft Ave

Welcome to this exceptional corner ranch home, designed with a unique floorplan that offers over 2,000 square feet of main-floor living space—perfect for those looking to grow into their next home. The best part is the low utility costs, thanks to the energy efficiency provided by solar panels. The living room is filled with natural light and boasts charming cedar-lined ceilings, a cozy wood-burning fireplace with insert and blower. Adjacent to the living room, the formal dining room leads into a quaint kitchen, creating a seamless flow for entertaining and daily living. Down the hall, all three bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged, along with two full baths and a convenient laundry room. Off the kitchen, a finished sunroom offers additional living space, complete with a half bath and a built-in sauna. The partially finished basement adds even more value, featuring a second fireplace, a comfortable sitting room, and ample storage. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced yard, where you’ll find an inground concrete chlorine pool, ideal for summer fun. The property also includes a detached two-car tandem garage with extra storage space. This home truly has it all, combining comfort, space, and energy efficiency in one beautiful package.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1950

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: ERA FIRST ADVANTAGE REALTY, INC
  • Office Phone: (812) 858-2400
  • Listing Agent: Janice Miller

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Flooring Type: Hardwood Floors, Carpet, Other
  • Fireplace: Family Rm, Wood Burning, Basement

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Brick, Stone, Vinyl, Wood

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: None

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size: 0.18 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Benjamin Bosse High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • New Tech Institute, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Washington Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Harper Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: E on Lloyd Expressway, take S Weinbach Ave exit, right onto Weinbach, left onto Walnut St, left onto Taft Ave. Home is on the left.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $249,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $100/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,268
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Evansville, IN

City

Med. Sold Price

$195K

Med. Price/SqFt

$119

# of Sold Homes

84

117 S Taft Ave vs Evansville

25 DAYS ON ROCKET

$249,900

+$54.9K More

$100/SqFt

-$20 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $54.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $20/SqFt less than other homes in Evansville, IN.

Based on homes sold in August 2024

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #202432630

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: ERA FIRST ADVANTAGE REALTY, INC
  • Office Phone: (812) 858-2400
  • Listing Agent: Janice Miller

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,268$112,800
2019$1,266$112,800
2017$1,249$111,000

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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4
/10

  • Harper Elementary School

  • 21 S Alvord Blvd

  • 0.23 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Middle School

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4
/10

  • Washington Middle School

  • 1801 Washington Ave

  • 1.12 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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3
/10

  • Benjamin Bosse High School

  • 1300 Washington Ave

  • 1.29 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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4
/10

  • New Tech Institute

  • 1901 Lynch Rd

  • 2.56 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,929. Most Evansville, IN residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 117 S Taft Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 117 S Taft Ave property is $249,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 117 S Taft Ave is a house located in Evansville, Indiana, 47714.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 117 S Taft Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 117 S Taft Ave are:
Harper Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Washington Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Benjamin Bosse High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
New Tech Institute: GreatSchools Rating 4/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $1,268 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 117 S Taft Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 117 S Taft Ave is 1950.

Rocket Homes›Indiana›Vanderburgh County›Evansville›47714›117 S Taft Ave

This home is located at 117 S Taft Ave in Evansville, IN and zip code 47714 in the Midtown neighborhood. This home was built in 1950. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 26, 2024 and is currently priced at $249,900.

While more than 27 listings in Evansville, IN in August 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 18 listings sold at asking price, and more than 34 were sold below. Between July 2024 and August 2024, Evansville, IN real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 60.5%.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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