1000 E 61st Place, Merrillville, IN 46410
E M Rogers Add 01 · Lake County
Key Facts
Description
Nestled on a cul-de-sac, this inviting brick home sits on a spacious, nearly half-acre lot with an attached garage. The expansive backyard overlooks a creek and features a generous deck perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or taking in the scenic views. Inside, the living room offers a warm, welcoming fireplace. The versatile basement provides endless possibilities for storage, hobbies, or future expansion, currently featuring two bedrooms with potential for a third. Priced to sell, this one won't last long!
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1951
Living Area
1,240 sq ft
Lot Size
0.44 acres
Garage Spaces
1
Days on Market
19
MLS® Listing#
837074
Property Features
Interior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Fireplace
Basement
Parking
Patio
Lot Features
Sewer
Water Source
Financial Details
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$1,082
Tax year 2024
Assessed Value
$135,000
Parcel Number
451210203005000030
Directions
From 61st and Broadway, head east on 61st. Turn right onto Kentucky Pl, Turn right onto E 61st Pl, end of the street.
Affordability Calculator
$27,800
Estimated monthly payment
$740/mo
Principal $111,200 · Est. interest $155,134 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Merrillville, IN
- $307,317
- Median Listing Price
- 63
- Median Days on Market
- 1,714
- Median Sq Ft
- $166
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 124
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 55% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 32% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Merrillville, IN.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Andrean High School
Secondary · 0.5 mi away
Merrillville Community School Corporation
School · 0.6 mi away
Montessori Academy in the Oaks
Elementary · 0.9 mi away
Headstart
Secondary · 0.9 mi away
Merrillville Sr High School
Secondary · 0.9 mi away
Fieler Elementary School
Elementary · 0.9 mi away
Pierce Middle School
Secondary · 1.3 mi away
Merrillville Intermediate School
Secondary · 1.5 mi away
Homer Iddings Elementary School
Elementary · 1.7 mi away
Aquinas Catholic Community School
School · 1.9 mi away
Bailly Preparatory Academy
Secondary · 2.0 mi away
Ascension Lutheran Christian School
School · 2.1 mi away
Lew Wallace High School
Secondary · 2.2 mi away
Hosford Park Elementary School
Elementary · 2.6 mi away
Edgar L Miller Elementary School
Elementary · 2.7 mi away
Merrillville High School Arena
Secondary · 2.8 mi away
My Safari Preparatory Academy
School · 2.9 mi away
Montessori Children's World
Elementary · 3.0 mi away
Ridge View Elementary School
Elementary · 3.0 mi away
ABC Academy
School · 3.1 mi away
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| 6089 Maryland Street, Merrillville, IN | $129,999 | 2 | 1 | 891 |
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| 5961 Hayes Place, Merrillville, IN | $159,900 | 3 | 1 | 1,203 |
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| 2009 W 75th Place, Merrillville, IN | $162,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,200 |
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Listing Courtesy: Double Diamond Real Estate LLC - 2194626900
Presented by: Jennifer Ward
Last Updated: 2026-04-13