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$495,000

817 Wilt St Fort Wayne, IN 46802

3 beds
3 full
0.1 acres
$215 / sqft
House

Property details

About 817 Wilt St

A Civil War era Italianate freshly restored. Bold in color, crafted in detail, designed for today's urban lifestyle while respecting 159 yrs of history. Stripped to the studs, all is new. Every wire, not just the service panel, plus EV charger outlet. Incoming electrical and media svc buried, no unsightly wires overhead in the backyard. The new Trane furnace pumps efficiently thru new clean distribution and return ductwork. The 2 ensuite bathrooms on the 2nd floor and the 1st floor are serviced by new Pex supply & PVC drain lines AND the incoming city service lead line has been replaced with HDPE pipe. There are 2 W/D hook ups, one in basement, another on 2nd floor. The finest materials available were used for the exterior restoration. Certainteed Landmark shingles, Hardiplank and Boral siding & trim, Azek composite decking. The beautifully landscaped yard affords maximum enjoyment with minimum effort. The carport attached to the 2 car garage offers endless possibilities. We challenge you to find a finer restoration in the heart of Fort Wayne

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1866
ParkingConcrete
MLS #202529609
Garage3 spaces
FireplaceLiving/Great Rm, Gas Log, Fireplace Insert, Vented

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood Floors, Ceramic Tile
  • Fireplace: Living/Great Rm, Gas Log, Fireplace Insert, Vented
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Concrete
  • Exterior: Wood, Cement Board
  • Architectural Style: Historic, Victorian
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $495,000
  • Price/SqFt: $214
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,400
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: Turn South off of Washington or Jefferson Street onto Van Buren St. One block south of Van Buren turn right onto Wilt St and look for the orange house on the left.
  • Year Built: 1866
  • Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
  • MLS Number: 202529609
  • Office Name: The Burnell Group
  • Listing Agent: Burnell Gump

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 11, 2022
Home Sold
$80,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$192,500$4,400
2022$114,200$2,011
2021$155,300$2,011
2020$128,100$867
2019$43,700$669
2017$43,700$868

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Washington Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

1015 W Washington Blvd

4

Bloomingdale Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

1300 Orchard St

4

Fairfield Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

2825 Fairfield Ave

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 $55,957. Residents of Fort Wayne, IN typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

32%
<35k
64%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

72%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • DodgeDodge
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 817 Wilt St

The listing price of 817 Wilt St property is $495,000.

The property 817 Wilt St is a house located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46802.

Active Listing: 817 Wilt St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 817 Wilt St are: Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bloomingdale Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Fairfield Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Portage Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Memorial Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lakeside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Smith Academy for Excellence (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South Side High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North Side High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,400 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 11, 2022 for $80,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 817 Wilt St has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The year of construction for 817 Wilt St is 1866.

This home is located at 817 Wilt St in Fort Wayne, IN and zip code 46802 in the West Central neighborhood. This home, which was built in 1866, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $495,000.

Fort Wayne, IN housing market in June 2025 saw over 107 listings sold above listed price, more than 123 sold at listed price and over 175 sold below. Between May and June 2025, Fort Wayne, IN real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 10.7%. Listings spent 43 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $273,000 during the same period.

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

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