417 Prospect Street

Elkhart, IN
$ 350,000 Beds 5 Baths 3.5 Sq 3,644 Virtual Tour
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A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A SIGNIFICANT PIECE OF ELKHART HISTORY. Meticulously preserved and rich in architectural character, this remarkable circa-1877 Second Empire/Italianate residence seamlessly blends more than 145 years of history with modern-day comfort. Built on land known as the Bickel Addition, the home was commissioned by James Kavanaugh, co-owner of Kavanaugh & Pollard Grocery, once Elkharts largest grocery business. The residence was later home to renowned architect E. Hill Turnock, whose architectural legacy includes the celebrated Ruthmere Mansion. Rated Outstanding for architectural integrity in an Elkhart County architectural survey, this impressive three-story residence retains nearly all of its original architectural features. Offering 3,644 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and potential for a 6th bedroom, the home provides a flexible layout with exceptional character rarely found in todays market. Historic details abound, including soaring 12-foot-plus ceilings, 10-foot hardwood doorways and original pocket doors, crown molding, refinished hardwood floors, three staircases, and historic servant pass-throughs. The thoughtfully arranged interior includes a parlor with original library built-ins, great room with fireplace, billiard room, sunroom, and Coppes kitcheneach offering its own connection to the homes remarkable past. Modern improvements, including a new boiler system, tankless water heater, and water softener, provide everyday conveniences while preserving the architectural integrity and charm of the residence. The seller is also offering a one-year home warranty for added peace of mind. Professionally maintained and extensively documented, this extraordinary property offers the rare opportunity to become the steward of a home that has been part of Elkharts story for nearly a century and a half. The property is not currently listed on a historic register and has no restrictions, offering flexibility and potential for the next owner! Homes with this level of history, craftsmanship, original character, and documented architectural significance rarely come to market. Now, the opportunity is yours to write the next chapter. of its legacy!

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 350,000
  • City
  • Elkhart
  • Bedrooms
  • 5
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • ELKHART
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Concord
  • Lot Size
  • 0.38 Acres
  • Zip
  • 46514
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,644
  • Year Built
  • 1880
  • Taxes
  • $ 3092
  • Style
  • Tudor
  • MLS#
  • 202618457
Listed By: Cassie Rhoades with Snyder Strategy Realty Inc.; Cell: 574-612-3771
Data Source: Indiana Regional MLS (IRMLS)

Features

General

Sewer City
Heating Gas,Wood,Hot Water
Kitchen Level Main
Cooling Window
Laundry Y/N Main
Fireplaces Yes
Garage Attached
Amenities 1st Bdrm En Suite,Attic Storage,Attic-Walk-up,Built-In Bookcase,Ceiling-9+,Chair Rail,Closet(s) Walk-in,Crown Molding,Deck Open,Eat-In Kitchen,Foyer Entry,Garage Door Opener,Garden Tub,Guest Quarters
Status Active
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Bathrooms 4
Year Built 1880
New Construction No
Subdivision Bickels
Style Two Story
Township Concord
Class RESIDENTIAL
Type Site-Built Home
Age 146
Lot Number 8
FIPS Code 18039
Associated Document Count 4
REO No
Status Active
Auction Y/N No
Dining Room Level Main
Annual Taxes 3092
Area Elkhart County
Location City/Town/Suburb
High School Elkhart
City Elkhart
School District Elkhart Community Schools
Assoc. Dues Frequency Not Applicable
Architectural Style Tudor
Total Sq Ft 4176
Elementary School Beardsley
Middle School North Side
Legal Description Bickels Ex N 54Ft Lot 8
Agent First Name Cassie
Agent Last Name Rhoades
DOM 118
Tax Year 2025
PROPOSED FINANCING Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA,VA

Interior Features

Basement Partial Basement
Fireplace(s) 1
Flooring Hardwood Floors,Carpet,Tile
Other Room 1 Level Main
Kitchen Length 20
Laundry Room Width 9
Laundry Room Length 9
Kitchen Width 12
Beds 5
Total Rooms 13
Dining Room Length 12
Dining Room Width 11
Other Room 2 Level Main
Other Room 3 Level Main
Fireplace Living/Great Rm,Gas Log,Fireplace Insert
Living Room Width 21
Other Room 2 Length 14
Other Room 2 Width 19
Other Room 3 Length 8
Other Room 3 Width 12
Other Room 1 Description Upstairs Parlor Room
Other Room 2 Description Library
Other Room 3 Decription Sunroom
Living Room Length 15
Full Baths Main 1
Full Baths Upper 2
Total Finished SqFt 3644
Basement Y/N Yes
Other Room 1 Length 19
Other Room 1 Width 17
Above Grade Bedrooms 5
Half Baths Main 1
1st Bedroom Level Main
1st Bedroom Width 13
2nd Bedroom Length 11
2nd Bedroom Level Main
2nd Bedroom Width 11
3rd Bedroom Length 11
3rd Bedroom Level Upper
3rd Bedroom Width 16
4th Bedroom Length 11
4th Bedroom Level Upper
4th Bedroom Width 18
5th Bedroom Length 13
5th Bedroom Level Upper
5th Bedroom Width 16
Above Grade Finished SqFt 3644
Below Grade Unfin. SqFt 532
Extra Room Description Foyer
Extra Room Length 15
Extra Room Level Upper
Extra Room Width 9
Living/Great Rm Level Main
Main Level SqFt 1728
Basement Material Block

Exterior Features

Exterior Brick
Pool No
Garage Length 23
Garage Width 24
Lot Size Area 16553
Lot Dimensions 89X184
Lot Description Level,0-2.9999
Fence Chain Link
Garage SqFt 552
Approx. Lot Size Acres 0.38
Garage Capacity 2
Off Street Parking Y/N Yes
ROOF MATERIAL Shingle
Waterfront Y/N No
Garage Y/N Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the South Bend, IN office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Beardsley Elementary School
Middle School North Side Middle School
High School Elkhart High School

Price History

5/15/2026 Listed $410,000
6/13/2026 3% - $399,900
6/20/2026 1% - $399,000
6/26/2026 6% - $379,000
7/21/2026 2% - $374,000
7/27/2026 7% - $350,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 46514

Price
AVG $500K
$350K
Taxes
AVG $3,666
$3,092
Year Built
AVG 1976
1880
Visits
AVG 57
54
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417 Prospect Street Elkhart, IN is a Single Family Home for sale at $350000 with 3644 sqft and a lot size of 0.38 Acres Acre(s). 417 Prospect Street Elkhart has 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1880. The property's zip code is 46514 which is in Elkhart, IN

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