About 645 W Sylvan Lane
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.
Features of 645 W Sylvan Lane
| MLS® # | 202622250 |
|---|---|
| Price | $236,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,040 |
| Acres | 7.00 |
| Year Built | 1953 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Site-Built Home |
| Style | Ranch |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 645 W Sylvan Lane |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | Northwest Monroe County |
| City | Bloomington |
| County | Monroe County |
| State | IN |
| Zip Code | 47404 |
Amenities
| Amenities | None |
|---|---|
| Features | Built-In Bookcase, Countertops-Laminate, Deck Open, Porch Open, Range/Oven Hook Up Elec, Tub/Shower Combination |
| # of Garages | 1 |
| Garages | Basement |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Other |
|---|---|
| Heating | Propane, Propane Tank Owned, Propane Tank Rented |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Living/Great Rm |
| Stories | One Story |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Crawl, Partial Basement, Unfinished |
Exterior
| Exterior | Wood |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Heavily Wooded, 6-9.999, Wooded |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Construction | No |
| Foundation | Block |
School Information
| District | Monroe County Community School Corp. |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Arlington Heights |
| Middle | Tri-North |
| High | Bloomington North |
Additional Information
| Days on Market | 91 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Not Applicable |
Listing Details
| Agent | Becky Wann |
|---|---|
| Office | Becky Wann Real Estate Services |
| Contact Info | Cell: 812-320-5204 |