Listing courtesy of Mike Thomas Associates, Inc. · Listing agent: Teri Davis-Foster
706 S Cowen Street
$229,900
$138.16 / sq ft
Garrett, IN 46738
- 2-car garage
- Basement
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Living area
- 1,664 sq ft
- Lot
- 0.14 ac
- Year built
- 1900
- Type
- Site-Built Home
- Listed
- October 15, 2026
- MLS #
- 202642786
About this home
WOW! If you've been searching for a truly move-in-ready home, your search ends here! From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the care and attention put into every detail of this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home. Pride of ownership shows throughout. The inviting living room features beautiful built-ins and opens to a flexible space perfect for a dining room, home office, or a playroom. The spacious eat-in kitchen features brand-new appliances, abundant cabinet space, and plenty of room for family gatherings. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms and a completely remodeled bathroom. Major updates include new drywall, a bathroom renovated down to the studs with a new tub and vanity, professional interior paint, all-new flooring, and a brand-new rear deck. Step outside to enjoy the fenced backyard, ideal for pets and children, and a 20' x 20' detached garage offering ample storage and workspace. Just a short walk from the Garrett pool, ballpark, and other local amenities, this home blends small-town charm with modern updates. Just unpack, settle in, and start making memories! Property taxes may be significantly reduced by applying eligible homestead exemptions.
Property details
Interior
- Levels
- Two
- Total rooms
- 9
- Total area
- 2,496 sq ft
- Finished area above grade
- 1,664 sq ft
- Unfinished area below grade
- 832 sq ft
- Main level
- 832 sq ft
- Upper level
- 832 sq ft
- Below grade total
- 832 sq ft
- Bedrooms above grade
- 3
- Full baths, upper level
- 1
- Basement
- Full
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating
- Gas, Hot Water
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Countertops-Laminate, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Open Floorplan, Range/Oven Hook Up Gas, Tub/Shower Combination
Exterior & parking
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof
- Asphalt
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- No
- Garage type
- Detached
- Garage sq ft
- 400 sq ft
- Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Private pool
- No
- Fencing
- Chain Link
- New construction
- No
Waterfront & lake
- Waterfront
- No
Lot
- Lot features
- Level
- Lot size (acres)
- 0.14 ac
- Lot dimensions
- 50 x 128
- Location type
- City/Town/Suburb
- County
- Dekalb County
- Township
- Keyser
- Platted
- Yes
- Planned unit development
- No
- Directions
- South Randolph St. to West on Fredrick to South on Cowen to property.
Schools
- Elementary school
- J.E. Ober
- Middle school
- Garrett
- High school
- Garrett
- School district
- Garrett Keyser Butler
Taxes & terms
- Annual taxes
- $2,799
- Tax year
- 26
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- At closing
- Parcel number
- 17-09-04-429-007.000-013
Included in the sale
- Included in sale
- Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer-Electric,Range-Gas,Water Heater Gas
Utilities
- Water
- City
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Rooms
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | Main | 16 × 12 ft |
| Dining Room | Main | 14 × 12 ft |
| Kitchen | Main | 16 × 12 ft |
| Bedroom 1 | Upper | 14 × 11 ft |
| Bedroom 2 | Upper | 14 × 10 ft |
| Bedroom 3 | Upper | 12 × 9 ft |
| Laundry | Basement | — |
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 · 0.6 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 · 0.6 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 · 0.5 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 · 4.2 mi away
Private schools nearby (1)
- Oak Farm School
Private · Nonsectarian · Grades PK–12 · 360 students · 4.1 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.
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