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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,508 Sq. Ft.
  • 2.5 Car Garage
  • Updated 3 hours ago
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Charming 3 bedroom home set on over 1/2 acre with a 2 car garage and fully fenced yard. Updated kitchen features modern cabinetry, solid surface counters, stainless steel appliances, and a wine fridge. Renovated bath with custom tile surround. Neutral finishes throughout with vinyl windows provide a move in ready feel while still offering room to make it your own. Large rear addition offers flexible living space ideal for a family room, office, or entertaining. Unfinished basement provides additional storage or future expansion potential. Enjoy the expansive yard with mature trees, patio area, fire pit, and storage shed. Convenient location near shopping, dining, and major roadways.

Full Property Details for 5135 Central Ave

General

  • Price: $245,000
  • Taxes: $1,963 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: GNIAR
  • MLS ID: 838121
  • Updated: Today (5/1/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Stone Counters, Open Floorplan
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Other, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Storage, Private Yard

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Attached, Oversized, Garage Faces Side, Additional Parking

Location

  • County: Porter
  • Township: Portage
  • Subdivision: Dohertys Add 04
  • Driving Directions: On South side of Central Ave between Dombey and County Line Road.

School Information

  • High School District: Portage Township

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Structural Information

  • Square Feet: 1,508
  • Year Built: 1938

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.5426
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 23,635
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Private, Front Yard, Few Trees
  • Zoning: residential

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $1,963
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Terms: Conventional, FHA

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: PAR IN E1 2 NW AS DESC IN DR277 P588 15-36-7 .54A
  • Property ID: 640515178001000016

Listed by RE/MAX 10 Schererville

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Schools serving 5135 Central Ave

School District:Portage Township Schools
NameGradesDistance
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary
5910 Central Avenue, Portage, IN 46368
K-51.6 mi
William Fegely Middle School
5384 Stone Avenue, Portage, IN 46368
6-80.8 mi
Portage High School, Portage, IN
6450 US Highway 6, Portage, IN 46368
9-122.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5135 Central Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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5/01/2026
Listed
$245,000
6.52%
MLS
3/11/2024
Sold
$230,000
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Tax History for 5135 Central Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,983
—
$214,500
9%
2024
$1,983
13%
$196,300
13%
2023
$1,762
11%
$173,600
11%
2022
$1,583
9%
$156,700
9%
2021
$1,449
7%
$143,300
7%
2020
$1,350
2%
$133,400
2%
2019
$1,321
48%
$130,500
28%
2018
$892
-55%
$102,000
3%
2017
$2,001
—
$98,900
-7%
2017
$2,001
-7%
$105,900
6%
2016
$2,142
6%
$99,500
4%
2015
$2,014
-25%
$95,300
—
2013
$2,693
—
$95,600
—
2012
$2,693
—
$95,600
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5135 Central Avenue, Portage, IN 46368 (MLS# 838121) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5135 Central Avenue is currently listed for $245,000 and was received on May 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 5135 Central Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Portage? You can browse all Portage real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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