$130,000

281 W Jefferson St Orleans, IN 47452

$1,544
Closing credit¹
5 beds
1 full, 1 partial
0.3 acres
$40 / sqft
House

Property details

About 281 W Jefferson St

Looking for a charming historic home with endless potential? Situated on a spacious corner lot in the heart of Orleans, this FIVE bedroom, 1.5 bath home offers over 3,200 square feet of living space. Enjoy relaxing evenings on the inviting front porch before stepping inside to a cozy living area featuring a wood-burning fireplace. The home flows into a generous dining area and kitchen, perfect for gatherings. The main level includes a master bedroom, a full bath, and an additional bedroom. Upstairs, you will find three more bedrooms and a convenient half bath. The unfinished basement provides ample storage space. Additional features include a fenced-in backyard, gravel driveway, and a two-car detached garage. Furnace and central air were recently serviced in 2024 for your peace of mind. Utility averages are: Duke Energy ($135/month), Indiana Natural Gas ($150/month), Town of Orleans ($90/month), and Frontier Communications ($65/month). Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity — call today to schedule your private showing!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Cont-First Right)
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.279 Acres
Year built1921
MLS #202513332
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving/Great Rm, Wood Burning

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood Floors, Carpet
  • Fireplace: Living/Great Rm, Wood Burning
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Exterior: Brick, Wood
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $130,000
  • Price/SqFt: $40
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,880
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot
  • Directions: Hwy 37 S. Turn R onto Jefferson St, house on the left.
  • Year Built: 1921
  • Lot Size: 0.279 Acres
  • MLS Number: 202513332
  • Office Name: Williams Carpenter Realtors
  • Listing Agent: Natasha Johns

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view of front of home with brick siding, a porch, a front yard, and a chimney

$130,000

281 W Jefferson St

$1,544

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 19, 2023
Home Sold
$92,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$174,900$1,880
2021$142,900$1,505
2020$132,800$1,315
2019$127,300$1,126
2017$119,400$1,046

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Orleans Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.5 mi

637 E Washington St

3

Burris Elementary School

Public District 3-5

5.6 mi

1755 Hancock Ave

6

Throop Elementary School

Public District KG-6

7.7 mi

301 Elm 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 $39,459. Typical income of Orleans, IN residents is less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

46%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

43%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Monster TrucksMonster Trucks
  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • ApplebeesApplebees

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • RamRam
  • GMCGMC

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • CountryCountry
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 281 W Jefferson St

The listing price of 281 W Jefferson St property is $130,000.

The property 281 W Jefferson St is a house located in Orleans, Indiana, 47452.

Accepting Backup Offers: 281 W Jefferson St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 281 W Jefferson St are: Orleans Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Burris Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Throop Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mitchell Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bedford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Oolitic K-8 Campus (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Orleans Jr-Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mitchell High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Paoli Jr & Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,880 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 19, 2023 for $92,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 281 W Jefferson St has 5 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The year of construction for 281 W Jefferson St is 1921.

This home is located at 281 W Jefferson St in Orleans, IN and zip code 47452. This home, which was built in 1921, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $130,000.

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

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