JUST REDUCED - PRICE IMPROVEMENT This CLEAN, MOVE-IN READY, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath tri level in Merrillville just became an even better value. Featuring HARDWOOD FLOORS on main and upper level, a functional tri level layout, and a well maintained interior, this home is ready for its next owner to move right in with confidence. The LARGE BACKYARD offers plenty of room for entertaining, pets, gardening, or future outdoor upgrades. And the true showstopper is the HUGE, DEEP GARAGE with SPACE UP TO 4 vehicles, PLUS a LONG DRIVEWAY for ADDITIONAL PARKING. Perfect for car lovers, hobbyists, contractors, or anyone who needs serious storage and workspace, a rare find at this price point. Major update includes a roof approximately 4.5 years old, offering added peace of mind. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this home checks the boxes for space, condition, and value. With the new price improvement, this one deserves a second look. Schedule your showing today.
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Price cut: $10K (2/24)
$269,000
8228 Rutledge St, Merrillville, IN 46410
3beds
1,623sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.25 Acres Lot
$264,100 Zestimate®
$166/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Functional tri level layoutClean move-in readyWell maintained interior
- 71 days |
- 1,547 |
- 84 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 24, 2026 at 06:55am
Listed by:
Jennifer Podgorny,
Hoosier Region Realty LLC 219-613-3838
Source: NIRA,MLS#: 832009
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Office, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Area: 162.56
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 12.4
Bedroom 2
- Area: 144.45
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 10.7
Bedroom 3
- Area: 117.66
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 10.6
Dining room
- Area: 86
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.6
Family room
- Area: 288.29
- Dimensions: 22.7 x 12.7
Foyer
- Description: Coat Closet
- Area: 17.48
- Dimensions: 4.6 x 3.8
Kitchen
- Area: 86
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.6
Laundry
- Area: 66.5
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.0
Living room
- Description: Hardwood Floors
- Area: 188.5
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 13.0
Office
- Area: 178.2
- Dimensions: 16.2 x 11.0
Heating
- Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Laminate Counters, Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,623
- Total interior livable area: 1,623 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,048
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Oversized, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Exterior features: Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 451220331017000030
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Independence Hill 3rd Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merrillville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $166/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $156,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,111
- Date on market: 12/18/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$264,100
$251,000 - $277,000
$1,995/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/24/2026 | Price change | $269,000-3.6%$166/sqft |
Source:  NIRA #832009 Report a problem | ||
| 1/13/2026 | Price change | $279,000-2.1%$172/sqft |
Source: NIRA #832009 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $285,000+152.7%$176/sqft |
Source: NIRA #832009 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2003 | Sold | $112,800$70/sqft |
Source: NIRA #76371 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,996 +7.8% | $156,300 +1.9% |
| 2023 | $2,780 +5.1% | $153,400 +10.4% |
| 2022 | $2,646 +155.7% | $139,000 +5.1% |
| 2021 | $1,035 +2.8% | $132,300 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $1,006 -33% | $126,200 |
| 2019 | $1,502 +2.4% | $126,200 -1.5% |
| 2018 | $1,467 +36% | $128,100 +0.2% |
| 2017 | $1,079 | $127,800 +0.5% |
| 2016 | $1,079 +2.5% | $127,200 +1.1% |
| 2014 | $1,052 -4.6% | $125,800 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $1,103 -13.4% | $126,200 +1.3% |
| 2012 | $1,274 -4.8% | $124,600 -5.5% |
| 2011 | $1,338 -1.1% | $131,800 -1.9% |
| 2010 | $1,353 | $134,300 -3.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $138,600 -0.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $138,900 +27% |
| 2006 | -- | $109,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $109,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $109,400 +299.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $27,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $27,400 +200.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $9,130 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,476/mo
Principal & interest
$1256
Property taxes
$220
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 46410
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Jonas E Salk Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Pierce Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 3/10Merrillville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
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