Listing courtesy of eXp Realty, LLC · Listing agent: Jordan Wildman · Home: 260-498-0384
601 W Houston Street
Garrett, IN 46738-1327
- Basement
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3.5
- Living area
- 1,947 sq ft
- Lot
- 0.14 ac
- Year built
- 1960
- Type
- Site-Built Home
- Listed
- October 16, 2026
- MLS #
- 202643018
About this home
Welcome home to this fully transformed 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath two-story residence offering the perfect blend of modern upgrades and timeless character. From top to bottom, virtually every major system and surface has been renewed, giving you ultimate peace of mind: brand new roof, brand new HVAC (high-efficiency furnace & central A/C), new gas water heater, new energy-efficient windows, updated electrical and plumbing, fresh exterior and interior paint! Step inside to discover brand new flooring flowing across an expansive and functional floor plan. The main level features a convenient main-floor bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, and a beautifully updated kitchen highlighted by warm butcher block countertops, modern hardware, and a full suite of included stainless steel appliances (gas range, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher). Elegant interior finishes elevate the home, including crown molding, chair rail accents, updated light fixtures, ceiling fans, and generous walk-in closets. Upstairs, you’ll find three additional spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and accessible attic storage. Need extra flexibility? This home delivers with two versatile bonus spaces: a dedicated bonus storage room right off the kitchen with its own exterior entrance, plus a spacious bonus hangout/rec room in the basement—ideal for a game room, home gym, workshop, or secondary living area! Outside, enjoy a freshly painted exterior, a handy garden shed for all your tools and lawn equipment. Prime Location: Situated in the Garrett school district, you are just moments away from neighborhood favorites like Feick Park, Eastside Park, the Garrett Country Club, and charming downtown shops and dining. Plus, enjoy quick, easy highway access to Auburn and north Fort Wayne for work, shopping, and entertainment. Move right in and start making memories—schedule your private tour today!
Monthly payment estimate
$1,481/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,318
- Property taxes
- $93
- Homeowners insurance
- $70
- Rate: Freddie Mac's 30-year fixed average for the week of October 22, 2026.
- Taxes: the seller's 2026 bill as reported to the MLS. Yours may differ once your own deductions apply.
- Insurance: estimated at 0.35% of the price per year.
- An estimate, not a loan offer. Your rate and payment depend on your credit, loan program and down payment.
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Property details
Interior
- Levels
- Two
- Total rooms
- 10
- Total area
- 3,042 sq ft
- Finished area above grade
- 1,947 sq ft
- Unfinished area above grade
- 120 sq ft
- Unfinished area below grade
- 975 sq ft
- Below grade total
- 975 sq ft
- Bedrooms above grade
- 4
- Full baths, main level
- 2
- Full baths, upper level
- 1
- Half baths, main level
- 1
- Basement
- Unfinished
- Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
- Interior features
- Storage, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, Walk-In Closet(s), Crown Molding, Range/Oven Hook Up Gas
Exterior & parking
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Private pool
- No
- Other structures
- Shed(s)
- New construction
- No
Waterfront & lake
- Waterfront
- No
Lot
- Lot features
- Level
- Lot size (acres)
- 0.14 ac
- Lot dimensions
- 50X125
- Location type
- City/Town/Suburb
- County
- Dekalb County
- Township
- Keyser
- Lots
- 12
- Platted
- Yes
- Planned unit development
- No
- Directions
- enter into mapping system.
Schools
- Elementary school
- J.E. Ober
- Middle school
- Garrett
- High school
- Garrett
- School district
- Garrett Keyser Butler
Taxes & terms
- Annual taxes
- $1,120
- Tax year
- 2026
- Assessed value
- $153,700
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
- Possession
- Closing
- Parcel number
- 17-09-04-253-008.000-013
Included in the sale
- Included in sale
- Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Range-Gas
Utilities
- Water
- City
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Electric provider
- AEP/I&M
- Gas provider
- NIPSCO
Income & commercial
- Gas meters
- 12
Rooms
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | Main | 18 × 20 ft |
| Dining Room | Main | 10 × 16 ft |
| Kitchen | Main | 12 × 9 ft |
| Bedroom 1 | Main | 11 × 17 ft |
| Bedroom 2 | Upper | 11 × 18 ft |
| Bedroom 3 | Upper | 12 × 18 ft |
| Bedroom 4 | Upper | 11 × 12 ft |
| Extra Room 1 | Main | 10 × 12 ft |
| Laundry | Main | 6 × 14 ft |
Location
Schools
School district
Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community School Corporation
From the district boundary map (NCES)
1,613 students · Graduation rate: 99.4% (Indiana 91.8%)
Confirm the schools for this address with Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community School CorporationGrades K–5
J E Ober Elementary SchoolPublic · Grades PK–5 · 716 students · 0.8 mi away
The only school for these grades in Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community School Corporation
- English (ILEARN)
- 27.4% · Indiana 42%
- Math (ILEARN)
- 32.7% · Indiana 42.7%
Grades 6–8
Garrett Middle SchoolPublic · Grades 6–8 · 357 students · 0.8 mi away
The only school for these grades in Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community School Corporation
- English (ILEARN)
- 33.2% · Indiana 42%
- Math (ILEARN)
- 24.2% · Indiana 42.7%
Grades 9–12
Garrett High SchoolPublic · Grades 9–12 · 540 students · 0.7 mi away
The only school for these grades in Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community School Corporation
- Graduation rate
- 99.4% · Indiana 91.8%
- SAT reading & writing
- 41.5% · Indiana 51.9%
- SAT math
- 11.5% · Indiana 25.6%
Public schools nearby (1)
- McKenney-Harrison Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5 · 566 students · 4.4 mi away
Private schools nearby (1)
- Oak Farm School
Private · Nonsectarian · Grades PK–12 · 360 students · 3.8 mi away
Figures: enrollment (2025-26 school year), ILEARN (spring 2026), graduation rate (class of 2025), SAT (spring 2026), and private school enrollment (2023-24 school year).
ILEARN: share of students in grades 3–8 proficient on Indiana's state test. SAT: share of 11th graders meeting the college-readiness benchmark. Distances are in a straight line.
Sources: U.S. Department of Education, NCES Common Core of Data; U.S. Department of Education, NCES EDGE school district boundaries; Indiana Department of Education, Data Center & Reports; U.S. Department of Education, NCES Private School Survey.
Indiana Home Match doesn't rate or rank schools. Attendance boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you buy.
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