6311 W Tarkington Ln, Bloomington, IN, 47403
About This Home
Here’s your chance to own a truly one-of-a-kind home that’s sure to be a conversation starter! This geodesic dome sits on 12.57 acres, created by connected two parcels of wooded and pastured land in desirable Southwest Bloomington near Rockport Road and Tarkington Lane. Inside, you’ll find 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a versatile loft space, blending architectural character with natural beauty. Outside, the property offers even more: an established garden area, three deer stands, two heated work sheds, and two carports—perfect for hobbies, storage, and outdoor living. Expansive acreage provides endless possibilities—whether you dream of gardening, hunting, keeping animals, enjoying recreational trails, or simply savoring the peace and privacy of country living with easy access to town. A rare find, this property offers both uniqueness and potential in an unbeatable setting. Don’t miss your opportunity to make it your own! Sale includes vacant land at 8134 S. Rockport Road. MLS # 202538236
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2001
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Ext. Insulated,Metal Siding,Fiber Cement
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Geodesic
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer-Electric,Gas Range
- Laundry features: Sink
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space,Block
Bedroom1
- Level: Main
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Stand Up Shower,Tub/Shower Combination
- Window features: Skylight(s),Triple Pane Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood,Laminate
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Vented
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,300
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Forced Air,Other,Propane Tank Owned
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,300
- Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 100
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 324
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 531015100029.000007
- Other equipment: Generator
Lot
- Lot size: 12.57 Acres
- Features: Many Trees,Irregular Lot,10-14.999,Pasture
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport,Circular Driveway,Gravel
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Indiana Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,401 | $28,812 |
| Home Insurance * | $236 | $2,832 |
| Property Taxes | $266 | $3,192 |
| Electricity | $210 | $2,530 |
| Total | $3,113 | $37,356 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Indiana FAIR Plan Programs
Indiana Basic Property Insurance Underwriting Association
WildfireHailWindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-16 | Price change | $475,000 |
| 2025-09-21 | Listed for sale | $520,900 |
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