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#202508453, Brad Minear, Listing Office: Minear Real Estate
$595,000 List price
1609 E Schug Rd Columbia City, IN 46725
$7,066
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3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
0.6 acres
$318 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1609 E Schug Rd
This beautiful lakefront home offers stunning lake views and modern amenities throughout. The spacious, updated kitchen features quartz countertops, ceramic tile backsplash, eat-up island and premium stainless steel Kitchenaid appliances—perfect for entertaining. The open-concept great room boasts a gorgeous brick fireplace and panoramic views of Big Cedar Lake. The main-level master suite is a private retreat with a remodeled bath featuring smart mirrors, tiled shower, ceramic tile flooring, electric fireplace & mantle plus a generous walk-in closet. The walk-out lower level provides a second inviting living area with another beautiful brick fireplace, fully equipped kitchenette, and a third bedroom with ingress/egress—ideal for guests or extended family. Additional highlights include luxury vinyl tile flooring throughout, Andersen windows and an oversized attached garage with 10’ ceilings, epoxy floors and abundant storage. Enjoy lake life to the fullest with a gravel drive leading down to your private sandy beach, muck mats for a firm lake bottom and a Shore Station covered boat lift—ready for boating season! Big Cedar Lake is an all-sports lake with unlimited speed from 1PM to 4PM and connects to Little Cedar and Round Lake for even more water adventures. Conveniently located just off IN-9 in the Tri-Lakes area, this lakefront gem offers both serenity and accessibility.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.58 Acres
Year built1979
ParkingGravel
MLS #202517299
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontLake Front
FireplaceLiving/Great Rm, Rec Rm, 1st Bdrm, Electric, Gas Log, Wood Burning
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Tile, Vinyl
- Fireplace: Living/Great Rm, Rec Rm, 1st Bdrm, Electric, Gas Log, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Gravel
- Waterfront: Lake Front
- Exterior: Stone, Vinyl
- Architectural Style: Walkout Ranch
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $595,000
- Price/SqFt: $317
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,126
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sloped, Waterfront, Lake/Pond, Views
- Directions: In Columbia City go North on IN 9. In 6.25 miles turn right on Schug Rd. Home on left.
- Year Built: 1979
- Lot Size: 0.58 Acres
- MLS Number: 202517299
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
- Office Phone: (260) 417-1132
- Listing Agent: Adam Ertel
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2009 | Home Sold | $225,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $381,500 | $3,126 |
| 2022 | $310,900 | $2,482 |
| 2021 | $276,300 | $2,303 |
| 2020 | $259,300 | $2,253 |
| 2018 | $239,800 | $2,154 |
| 2017 | $229,100 | $2,073 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Northern Heights Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.1 mi
•5209 N State Road 109
4
Mary Raber Elementary School
Public District PK-5
6.8 mi
•700 E Jackson St
6
Churubusco Elementary School
Public District PK-5
7.4 mi
•3 Eagle Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,145. Most Columbia City, IN residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
38%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1609 E Schug Rd
The listing price of 1609 E Schug Rd property is $595,000.
The property 1609 E Schug Rd is a house located in Columbia City, Indiana, 46725.
Active Listing: 1609 E Schug Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1609 E Schug Rd are: Northern Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mary Raber Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Churubusco Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Indian Springs Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Noble Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Carroll Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Churubusco Jr-Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Columbia City High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Central Noble Junior Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,126 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 13, 2009 for $225,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1609 E Schug Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The year of construction for 1609 E Schug Rd is 1979.
This home is located at 1609 E Schug Rd in Columbia City, IN and zip code 46725. This home, which was built in 1979, sits on a 0.58 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $595,000.
While more than 3 listings in Columbia City, IN in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 9 listings sold at asking price, and more than 8 were sold below. In April 2025 in Columbia City, IN there were 15.2% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025 median list price was $254,000 and the average listing age was 92 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.