Property Description
Tucked among 7 wooded acres on a quiet lane, this mid-century cottage offers privacy, charm, and exceptional potential just minutes from I-69 and north Bloomington. Step inside to a light-filled living room anchored by a fireplace and framed by large windows overlooking the wooded backdrop. The eat-in kitchen retains its original cabinetry, offering a great footprint for updates. Down the hall are two bedrooms and a full bath ready your personal updates. This home presents a wonderful opportunity to personalize and restore to its full potential. With thoughtful updates, it could shine as a cozy primary residence, weekend retreat, or investment property. Recent improvements include a new water line (2014), retaining wall and front porch/stairs (2020), HVAC system (2021), and roof and gutters (2024). The dry basement includes a one-car garage, laundry and mechanical room, with potential for additional finished living space. Set on a beautiful wooded parcel, the property also offers room to expand. Monroe County Planning has indicated that an addition may be feasible with a preliminary plan review. Whether you’re looking to create your dream starter home, expand, or build new, this property offers flexibility in a desirable location. A recently improved home on the lane sold in the $600s, highlighting the area’s upside potential.
Directions
I-69 North to Sample Rd exit, head West on Sample Rd, continue North on Sample, Simpson Chapel, Burma & Mann Roads, West on Sylvan Lane to property on the Left.
Amenities
Built-In Bookcase, Countertops-Laminate, Deck Open, Porch Open, Range/Oven Hook Up Elec, Tub/Shower Combination
Sale Includes
Refrigerator, Range-Electric, Water Heater Gas
Property
| MLS # |
202622250 |
| Date Listed |
2026-06-08 |
| Status |
Active |
| Property Type |
Residential |
| Property SubType |
Site-Built Home |
| Finished Square Feet |
1,040 sqft |
| Total Square Feet |
1,559 sqft |
| New Construction |
No |
| Style |
One Story |
| Type |
Site-Built Home |
| Basement |
Yes |
| Bedrooms |
2 |
| Bathrooms |
1 |
| Annual Taxes |
$2,654.00 |
| Year Taxes Payable |
2025 |
| Year Built |
1953 |
| Virtual Tour |
propertypanorama.com » |
| Days on Market |
117 |
| Homestead Year |
No |
Additional
| Design |
Ranch |
| Cooling |
Central Air |
| Heating |
Propane, Propane Tank Owned, Propane Tank Rented |
| Garage |
Basement |
Room Dimensions
| Living Room |
18 × 12 |
Main Level |
| Kitchen |
18 × 11 |
Main Level |
| Master Bedroom |
17 × 12 |
Main Level |
| 2nd Bedroom |
11 × 11 |
Main Level |
Bathroom Locations
External Features
| Construction |
Site-Built Home |
| Exterior |
Wood |
| Lot Size |
304,920 sq ft |
| Acreage |
7.00 Acres |
| Lot Dimensions |
Irregular |
| Parking |
Yes |
| Sewer |
Septic |
| Water |
Public |
| Fence |
None |
Location
| Area |
Monroe County |
| Location |
Rural |
| County |
Monroe |
| Subdivision |
Northwest Monroe County |
| Township |
Washington |
| City |
Bloomington |
| State |
IN |
| Zip |
47404 |
Schools
| School District |
Monroe County Community School Corp. |
| Elementary |
Arlington Heights |
| Middle School |
Tri-North |
| High School |
Bloomington North |
Financial
| Financing Terms |
Cash, Conventional |
| Assoc. Dues |
$0.00 Not Applicable |
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