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55981 Riverdale Dr, Elkhart, IN, 46514

3beds
2baths
2,464sqft
$599,000
$243price/sqft
$4,122/moest. monthly cost
$164,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

Start Showing Date: 5/28/2026 Completely renovated and perfectly positioned along a wide stretch of the St. Joseph River, this stunning waterfront home offers breathtaking views and everyday luxury. Expansive windows throughout nearly every room bring the beauty of the water indoors, creating a peaceful backdrop you’ll enjoy from sunrise to sunset.Thoughtfully updated with new flooring, fresh paint, and a new water heater, this home is truly move-in ready. Step outside onto the spacious deck and unwind while overlooking the river — you may never feel the need to vacation again when home feels this relaxing.The primary suite is a private retreat featuring its own fireplace, a massive walk-in closet, and an oversized spa-like bathroom complete with a large soaking tub and walk-in shower. Designed for comfort and serenity, it’s the perfect escape at the end of the day.The lower level offers incredible future potential with convenient stair access from the garage, daylight windows, and plumbing already in place for an additional bathroom. Whether you envision extra living space, a guest suite, home gym, or entertainment area, the possibilities are endless. Waterfront living, modern updates, and unbeatable views — this is the lifestyle you’ve been waiting for.

Getting Around

5
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
27
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
5/10
West Side Middle SchoolGrades 7-81.0 mi
2/10
Elkhart High SchoolGrades 9-121.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1960

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer-Electric,Gas Range

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Block

Bedroom1

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Features

  • Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Rough-In Bath,Split Br Floor Plan
  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Vinyl
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: 1st Bdrm,Electric
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,464

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,767
  • Total interior livable area: 2,464 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 200502478024.000005
  • Zoning: R-1

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Fencing: None
  • Has view: Yes
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Waterfront,Waterfront-Level Bank,River Front,River
  • Waterbody name: St. Joe River Lower
  • Frontage length: Water Frontage(137)

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.74 Acres
  • Features: Level,Rural Subdivision,Landscaped
  • Lot size dimensions: 137X308

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Concrete
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes