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Property Description
Welcome home! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath property offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a beautiful wood-burning fireplace as the focal point of the living space. Step outside to a large yard perfect for gatherings, gardening, or simply enjoying the outdoors. The 2-car garage adds practicality, while nearby Flint Lake beach access (only 50/year) gives you the opportunity to enjoy lake living all summer long!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5404 Smilax Ln
General
- Price: $238,000
- Taxes: $959 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GNIAR
- MLS ID: 836699
- Updated: 4/8/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Private Yard, Lighting
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Asphalt
Location
- County: Porter
- Township: Center
- Subdivision: Blackhawk Beach 2nd Sub
- Driving Directions: From Vale Park Rd and Calumet Ave, North on Calumet Ave to Edgewater Beach Rd, West on Edgewater Beach Rd to Smilax, South to Home
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Square Feet: 884
- Year Built: 1955
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,019
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $959.88
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: BLACKHAWK BCH 2ND LOTS 11 & 12 BLK A BLK 22 VLACD
- Property ID: 641006182006000003
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Schools
Schools serving 5404 Smilax Ln
School District:Valparaiso Community Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Flint Lake Elementary School 4106 North Calumet Avenue, Valparaiso, IN 46383 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Valparaiso, IN 1600 Roosevelt Road, Valparaiso, IN 46383 | 6-8 | 2.4 mi |
Valparaiso High School 2727 Campbell Street, Valparaiso, IN 46385 | 9-12 | 2.2 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 5404 Smilax Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/08/2026
Listed
$238,000
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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 5404 Smilax Ln
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,043
—
$145,000
2%
2024
$1,043
5%
$142,300
5%
2023
$991
4%
$134,900
8%
2022
$954
2%
$125,300
6%
2021
$938
11%
$118,400
8%
2020
$844
10%
$109,200
7%
2019
$766
6%
$101,600
3%
2018
$726
12%
$98,300
5%
2017
$647
—
$93,600
-10%
2017
$647
-2%
$104,300
1%
2016
$658
2%
$103,100
4%
2015
$646
19%
$99,500
5%
2013
$542
—
$95,200
—
2012
$542
—
$95,200
—
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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5404 Smilax Lane, Valparaiso, IN 46383 (MLS# 836699) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5404 Smilax Lane is currently listed for $238,000 and was received on April 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 5404 Smilax Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Valparaiso? You can browse all Valparaiso real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

