$186,000

1426 Melrose Ave Fort Wayne, IN 46808

$2,209
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
0.1 acres
$103 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1426 Melrose Ave

**Final and best offers due by 3:00pm Thursday 4/10** A fantastic opportunity to own a turn key home in desirable North Highlands! This 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom home boasts a recently remodeled, light and bright kitchen, newer appliances, HVAC, water heater, blinds, and fence (all 2021). Hardwood floors, a spacious backyard, and large basement are the icing on the cake. Located conveniently close to downtown Fort Wayne, University of St. Francis, Kroger, great restaurants, and parks. Be sure to take the 3D virtual tour and book your private showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1948
MLS #202511827

Summary

  • MLS Number: 202511827
  • Office Name: CENTURY 21 Bradley Realty, Inc
  • Office Phone: (260) 267-8559
  • Listing Agent: Jacob McAfee

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$186,000

1426 Melrose Ave

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 07, 2021
Home Sold
$131,000
Jul 01, 2019
Home Sold
$62,000
Jun 10, 2019
Home Sold
$49,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$107,500$887
2022$100,300$1,647
2021$95,000$1,647
2020$75,300$174
2019$70,600$169
2017$65,300$140

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Price Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

1901 W State Blvd

6

Franke Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

828 Mildred Ave

4

Bloomingdale Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

1300 Orchard 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 $53,305. Typical income of Fort Wayne, IN residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

28%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
18%
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?

45%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • SoccerSoccer
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • WingstopWingstop
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ToyotaToyota
  • NissanNissan
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1426 Melrose Ave

This home is located at 1426 Melrose Ave in Fort Wayne, IN and zip code 46808 in the North Highlands neighborhood. This home, which was built in 1948, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $186,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Fort Wayne, IN there were more than 67 sold above asking price, over 128 sold below and more than 87 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Fort Wayne, IN between February and March 2025 increased by 16.5%. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $250,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 29 days.

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

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