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Property Description
UPDATED BRICK BUNGALOW! Schedule your showing today to view this charming home. As you enter, you step onto the 125 sq ft front porch that leads into a foyer with coat closet and a nice sized living room with beautiful hardwood floors, recessed lighting and large picture window. The kitchen has been remodeled with new cabinets, beautiful granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. The remainder of the main floor continues the hardwood floors in the dining room and two bedrooms. The remodeled bathroom has a tile surround and deep tub for a peaceful soak or bath time fun. The basement offers a perfect related-living arrangement that includes a bedroom with egress window, a 3/4 bath, 2nd Kitchen, family room, office space and laundry room. With exterior access via side door that leads to rear yard and garage. Close to South Shore Station and easy access to the Skyway.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 561 W Taft St
General
- Price: $175,000
- Taxes: $1,972 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GNIAR
- MLS ID: 846354
- Updated: 10/5/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Other
- Appliances: Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Range
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
Location
- County: Lake
- Township: Calumet
- Subdivision: Gary Land Companys 05
- Driving Directions: From Broadway head West on 8th Ave, North on Taft St to home on East side of street
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Square Feet: 1,968
- Year Built: 1941
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.115
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,009
- Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,972
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: GARY LAND CO'S. 5TH SUB. L.23 B.9
- Property ID: 450805406015000004
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Schools
Schools serving 561 W Taft St
School District:Gary Community School Corporation
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Beveridge Elementary School 1234 Cleveland Street, Gary, IN 46404 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Mary M Bethune Early Child Development Center 2367 East 21st Avenue, Gary, IN 46407 | PK- | 3.3 mi |
Bailly Preparatory Academy 4621 Georgia Street, Gary, IN 46409 | 6-8 | 5 mi |
West Side Leadership Academy 9th & Gerry St, Gary, IN 46406 | 9-12 | 2.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 561 W Taft St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/05/2026
Listed
$175,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 561 W Taft St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,926
—
$89,800
14%
2024
$1,926
-70%
$78,600
6%
2023
$6,525
241%
$74,000
-1%
2022
$1,916
-68%
$74,800
9%
2020
$5,991
344%
$68,700
1%
2019
$1,350
—
$68,000
5%
2019
$1,350
—
$64,500
6%
2018
$1,348
-3%
$60,700
-1%
2017
$1,387
—
$61,400
-4%
2017
$1,387
-3%
$64,200
40%
2016
$1,428
48%
$45,900
—
2015
$967
-64%
$45,800
2%
2013
$2,656
-2%
$45,000
1%
2012
$2,702
—
$44,500
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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561 W Taft Street, Gary, IN 46404 (MLS# 846354) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 561 W Taft Street is currently listed for $175,000 and was received on October 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 561 W Taft Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Gary? You can browse all Gary real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

