$289,900

beds

baths

half bath

2,976

square ft

5509 Van Buren Street

Merrillville, Indiana 46410

New / MLS #836416 / Single Family / Merrillville

Listing information updated 4/2/2026 at 10:44am

Beautiful Red Brick Ranch in Meadow Land Estates - MoveIn Ready! Welcome to this wellmaintained red brick ranch with a finished 2car attached garage, located in the highly desirable Meadow Land Estates of Merrillville, Indiana. Sitting on a generous lot, this home blends classic charm with modern comfort. Main Level A slatetiled foyer opens into a modern classic layout featuring an inviting openconcept living room with a stunning Kosota limestone fireplace. The updated kitchen offers: Center island Stainless steel appliance package Abundant natural light Ideal flow for everyday living and entertaining The dining room connects seamlessly with the living space and features luxury vinyl plank flooring. Down the hall, the primary bedroom includes hisandhers closets, hardwood floors, and a private half bath. Two additional bedrooms--also with hardwood flooring--share a full hall bath. Finished Basement The basement provides exceptional versatility--perfect for work, play, or relaxation. Highlights include: Large family room with bar area Spacious office with a stylish barn door Wellequipped workshop with 3 benches and ample shelving Convenient 3/4 bath Three storage closets with builtin shelving Outdoor Living The expansive backyard is designed for enjoyment and privacy, featuring: Covered porch with concrete pad Red cedar privacy fence with solar lighting Firepit Garden boxes Storage shed Additional Features Newer vinyl windows Hot water heating system for warm, dustfree comfort Newer central air with ceiling vents All appliances included This solid, beautifully maintained home is truly movein ready and offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and style.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Brick,Stone

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Baseboard, Natural Gas, Hot Water

Appliances:

Dryer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

67 Years

Roof Type:

Shingle

Parking Type:

Attached,Paved,On Street,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Additional Parking,Off Street,Garage Door Opener

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached,Paved,On Street,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Additional Parking,Off Street,Garage Door Opener

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,976

Lot Size:

0.24 Acres

Acreage:

0.24

Internal Features:

Entrance Foyer, Country Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Laminate Counters, Kitchen Island, His and Hers Closets, Eat-in Kitchen

External Features:

Fire Pit, Rain Gutters, Private Yard, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

22.0 x 16.0

Dining Room:

16.0 x 9.0

Kitchen:

11.0 x 16.0

Family Room:

28.0 x 27.0

Primary Bedroom:

12.0 x 13.0

2nd Bedroom:

12.0 x 12.0

3rd Bedroom:

12.0 x 9.0

Foyer:

12.0 x 7.0

Office:

18.0 x 15.0

Workshop:

13.0 x 12.0

Utility Room:

7.0 x 7.0

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$1,808

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

46410

City:

Merrillville

County:

Lake

Schools

School District(s):

Merrillville

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Exterior Type:

Brick,Stone

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Baseboard, Natural Gas, Hot Water

Appliances:

Dryer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

67 Years

Roof Type:

Shingle

Parking Type:

Attached,Paved,On Street,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Additional Parking,Off Street,Garage Door Opener

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached,Paved,On Street,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Additional Parking,Off Street,Garage Door Opener

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,976

Lot Size:

0.24 Acres

Acreage:

0.24

Internal Features:

Entrance Foyer, Country Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Laminate Counters, Kitchen Island, His and Hers Closets, Eat-in Kitchen

External Features:

Fire Pit, Rain Gutters, Private Yard, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

22.0 x 16.0

Dining Room:

16.0 x 9.0

Kitchen:

11.0 x 16.0

Family Room:

28.0 x 27.0

Primary Bedroom:

12.0 x 13.0

2nd Bedroom:

12.0 x 12.0

3rd Bedroom:

12.0 x 9.0

Foyer:

12.0 x 7.0

Office:

18.0 x 15.0

Workshop:

13.0 x 12.0

Utility Room:

7.0 x 7.0

Tax Amount:

$1,808

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

46410

City:

Merrillville

County:

Lake

School District(s):

Merrillville

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: McColly Real Estate

Listing Office Phone: 219.322.5508

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