222 N Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, IN 46360
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222 N Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, IN 46360
222 N Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, IN 46360
222 N Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, IN 46360
222 N Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, IN 46360
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Olga Vega

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222 N Carroll Avenue Michigan City, IN 46360

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,013 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,013 sqft

Price per Sqft $167

Subdivision Ridgeland Add

MLS Listing ID 841756

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Year Built 1949

Annual Tax Amount $726

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 8,189 Sqft

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

RARE HISTORIC GEM! Own a meticulously restored piece of Mid-Century architectural history with this iconic Lustron home in Michigan City. Developed post-WWII by Carl Strandlund to solve the housing shortage, fewer than 2,500 of these space-age homes were ever built. Today, they are highly coveted by preservationists for their incredible durability and nostalgic design. True to its original engineering, there is no wood here--the home is constructed entirely of interlocking, porcelain-enameled steel panels. While it retains its authentic 1940s soul, this property has been completely brought back to life with 21st-century mechanical upgrades. Enjoy absolute peace of mind with a brand-new furnace, central air conditioning, water heater, and an updated electrical panel. The interior and exterior feature fresh paint that complements the vintage aesthetic, while the kitchen shines with brand-new stainless steel appliances. Beautiful new landscaping enhances the undeniable curb appeal. Location is everything: you are just a 3-block walk to the Carroll Ave South Shore Line station, offering a seamless, traffic-free commute or day trip directly into downtown Chicago. Perfect as a low-maintenance primary residence, a unique beach getaway near Lake Michigan, or a lucrative investment property--Michigan City allows short-term vacation rentals (STR) at this exact location, making it a guaranteed magnet for design lovers. Don't miss this incredibly rare opportunity to own, preserve, and profit from a living piece of American history. Schedule your showing today!

Location

State IN

County La Porte

Zoning residential

Interior

Interior Features None

Heating Central, Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Vinyl

Fireplace No

Appliance Electric Cooktop, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Electric Range

Exterior

Exterior Feature Rain Gutters

Parking Features Driveway, Gravel

Utilities Available Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected

Roof Type Metal

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, Rectangular Lot, Near Public Transit, Landscaped, Front Yard, Few Trees

Structure Type Other

Others

Acceptable Financing Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional

Listing Terms Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional

Listed by Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr
Olga Vega

Olga Vega

Managing Broker | License ID: RB14047917

+1(219) 588-9494

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