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640 Ferry

Lafayette, IN 47901

5 beds
4 baths
10 sqft
6,534 sqft lot
$32,900 per sqft
– on site

Opportunity knocks! Own a stately historic home registered by Wabash Valley Trust located in beautiful downtown Lafayette! Frequent all the local favorites - including specialty dining, plentiful festivals year-round, unique shopping, farmer’s markets and more - with just a short walk. Convenient to Purdue University! Property features several cherished original elements - like hearty woodwork, hardwood floors, and sensational built-ins - blended with modern touches. Nice deck offering privacy. Oversized foyer showcases impressive wooden staircase. With five beds, four baths, multi-purpose king-sized rooms throughout and soaring ceilings, this charismatic home boasts over 4600sf. Sturdy attic can be easily finished for even more practical space – almost another 1000sf of character and pure charm to customize awaits! Versatile unfinished basement. Intricate exterior embellished with regal ivy and wrought iron fence. Substantial front porch calls magnificent front doors to the center of attention! Delight in beautifully detailed glassworks too. Possible investment property or just revel in this as a one-of-a-kind single-family home! Restoring the absolute grandeur of this home will result in satisfaction and joy. Includes all appliances present. Schedule an appointment today and imagine how this staggering property can be the place YOU call home.

Listing courtesy of IRMLS

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Feb 4, 2025 •

MLS# 202431506 —

The Building

Year Built:

1894
New Construction:

No
Architecural Style:

Historic
Style:

Two Story
Roof Material:

Asphalt, Shingle
Exterior:

Brick, Wood
Amenities:

Attic Storage, Attic-Walk-up, Ceiling-9+, Ceiling Fan(s), Deck Open, Dryer Hook Up Electric, Foyer Entry, Landscaped, Natural Woodwork, Porch Covered, Formal Dining Room
Basement:

Yes
Basement/Foundation:

Full Basement, Unfinished
Total SqFt:

6699
Total Finished SqFt:

4641
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

4641
Above Grade Unfinished SqFt:

960
Total Below Grade SqFt:

1098
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt:

1098

Interior

Kitchen Level:

Main
Dining Room Level:

Main
Living/Great Room Level:

Main
Family Room Level:

Main
Den Level:

Upper
Flooring:

Hardwood Floors
Fireplace:

Three +
Fireplace:

Yes
# of Fireplaces:

4
Laundry Level:

Upper

Room Dimensions

Kitchen Length:

15
Kitchen Width:

10
Dining Rm Length:

15
Dining Room Width:

14
Living/Great Room Width:

14
Living/Great Room Length:

17
Family Room Length:

15
Family Room Width:

18
Den Length:

14
Den Width:

18
1st Bedroom Length:

17
1st Bedroom Width:

14
2nd Bedroom Length:

11
2nd Bedroom Width:

14
3rd Bedroom Width:

16
3rd Bedroom Length:

11
4th Bedroom Length:

12
4th Bedroom Width:

12
5th Bedroom Length:

12
5th Bedroom Width:

15
Laundry Room Length:

15
Laundry Room Width:

10

Location

Directions to Property:

S. 9th St. to Ferry St. turn left, through stop sign, house on right hand side
Latitude:

40.42028
Longitude:

-86.888753

The Property

Parcel# ID:

79-07-20-477-012.000-004
Property Subtype:

Site-Built Home
Location:

City/Town/Suburb, Historic District
Lot Dimensions:

50x126
Lot Description:

Historic Designation
Approx Lot Size SqFt:

6534
Approx Lot Size Acres:

0.15
Waterfront:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Annual Taxes:

3927

Beds

Total # Bedrooms:

5
1st Bedroom Level:

Upper
2nd Bedroom Level:

Main
3rd Bedroom Level:

Main
4th Bdrm Level:

Upper
5th Bdrm Level:

Upper

Baths

Total Baths:

4
Total Full Baths:

4
# of Full Baths Main:

2
# of Full Baths Upper:

2

The Listing

Unbranded Virtual Tour:

https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/irmls/202431506

Heating & Cooling

HVAC:

Ceiling Fan
Heating Fuel:

Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Water Utility:

City
Sewer:

City

Schools

Elementary:

Thomas Miller
Middle School:

Sunnyside/Tecumseh
High School:

Jefferson
School District:

Lafayette

The Community

Subdivision:

None
Pool:

No
Association Dues Frequency:

Not Applicable

Parking

Garage:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$329,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,761
Taxes	$544
Insurance	$90
Utilities	N/A
Total	$2,395/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
2/4/25 Feb 4, 2025	Pending	IRMLS	$329,000
12/9/24 Dec 9, 2024	Price Changed	IRMLS	$329,000	-8.6%
11/11/24 Nov 11, 2024	Price Changed	IRMLS	$359,900	-4.0%

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This house located in Centennial, Lafayette, IN 47901 is currently pending sale for $329,000. 640 Ferry is a 10 square foot house with 5 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 173 days. 640 Ferry is in the Centennial neighborhood of Lafayette and has a WalkScore® of 86, making it very walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Lafayette Sunnyside Middle School, Lafayette Tecumseh Junior High School, Thomas Miller Elementary School, and Lafayette Jefferson High School.

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