53857 County Road 5, Elkhart, IN, 46514
About This Home
Set on 5 scenic acres, this charming 1860s colonial farmhouse offers space, character, and flexibility. Inside, you’ll find a large living room with built-in bookcase, formal dining room, cozy family room with fireplace, den or sitting area, and main floor laundry. The home features 3–4 BR's and 2 baths. Outside, a detached 3-car garage includes a 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with a spacious living area, kitchenette, GFA heat, C/A, and ample storage—ideal for guests or rental income. The property also includes an attached dog kennel, chicken coop, and an 8-stall horse barn, making it perfect for hobby farming or equestrian use. Endless possibilities await, with an additional 7 acres available for purchase. No tax exemptions. Property sold as is. Buyer to verify square footage, room sizes, taxes, schools.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1860
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Brick,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Dryer-Electric,Freezer,Electric Range,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,Exterior Entry
Bedroom1
- Level: Main
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Bookcases,Ceiling-9+,Ceiling Fan(s),Cedar Closet(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Guest Quarters,Kitchen Island,Stand Up Shower,Formal Dining Room
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,040
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Hot Water,Radiant
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,160
- Total interior livable area: 3,040 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 200230376001.000026
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Kennel,Workshop
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Lot size: 5 Acres
- Features: Level,3-5.9999,Pasture,Rural,Within 1 Mile to Airport
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered 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
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
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 | $2,629 | $31,548 |
| Home Insurance * | $274 | $3,288 |
| Property Taxes | $687 | $8,244 |
| Electricity | $278 | $3,344 |
| Total | $3,868 | $46,416 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Indiana FAIR Plan Programs
Indiana Basic Property Insurance Underwriting Association
WildfireHailWindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Listed for sale | $549,900 |
| 2022-05-18 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-04-25 | Price change | $409,900 |
| 2022-02-03 | Listed for sale | $439,900 |
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