$499,900

1255 E Madison St South Bend, IN 46617

$5,936
Closing credit¹
5 beds
2 full, 1 partial
0.2 acres
$181 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1255 E Madison St

Just one mile from the University of Notre Dame, this beautifully remodeled two-story home sits on a spacious corner lot and offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern upgrades. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main level and an inviting living room flooded with natural light. The centerpiece is a masonry wood-burning fireplace, flanked by custom built-in shelving - perfect for cozy nights or stylish entertaining. The eat-in kitchen features a sleek coffee bar, subway tile backsplash, stone countertops and a full stainless steel appliance package. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, while the finished lower level includes a large bedroom with a private ensuite and a family room for added entertainment space. A large mudroom provides convenient access to the fully fenced in backyard, complete with a deck that's perfect for game day gatherings. A detached two-car garage adds even more functionality to this exceptional home. Proven as a successful Airbnb, this property is truly turn-key with the furnishings available for purchase separately, making your move-in seamless and stress-free. This home won't last long so don't wait - schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1926
MLS #202514883
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Rm, Living/Great Rm, Gas Log, Basement, Two

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: Family Rm, Living/Great Rm, Gas Log, Basement, Two
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $499,900
  • Price/SqFt: $181
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,428
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Corner Lot, Level
  • Directions: From E McKinley Ave head north on N Sunnyside Ave Home is at the corner of Sunnyside Ave and Madison St
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
  • MLS Number: 202514883
  • Office Name: Irish Realty
  • Office Email: steve.smith@irishrealty.net
  • Listing Agent: Stephen Smith

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 09, 2023
Home Sold
$425,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$202,900$2,428
2021$154,500$1,428
2020$120,200$1,538
2019$150,100$1,381
2018$119,800$1,457
2017$118,700$1,237

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

McKinley Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

228 N Greenlawn Ave

3

Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

832 N Lafayette Blvd

2

Lincoln Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.7 mi

1425 E Calvert St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $27,426. The majority of South Bend, IN residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

70%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

49%
Single, No Kids
21%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Sam's ClubSam's Club

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1255 E Madison St

The listing price of 1255 E Madison St property is $499,900.

The property 1255 E Madison St is a house located in South Bend, Indiana, 46617.

Active Listing: 1255 E Madison St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1255 E Madison St are: McKinley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Jefferson Traditional School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edison Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), John J Young Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Bend Virtual School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Rise up Academy at Eggleston (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Adams High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,428 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 9, 2023 for $425,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1255 E Madison St has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The year of construction for 1255 E Madison St is 1926.

This home is located at 1255 E Madison St in South Bend, IN and zip code 46617 in the Northeast South Bend neighborhood. This home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $499,900.

While more than 21 listings in South Bend, IN in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 34 listings sold at asking price, and more than 70 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, South Bend, IN real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.2%.

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

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