616 C Street, La Porte, IN 46350

$399,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,335 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 10,375 Status: Active
Current Price: $399,000 List Date: 3/26/2026 Last Modified: 3/27/2026

Overview

Description

Introducing a rare opportunity to own a true architectural treasure in La Porte—the historic Alfred J. Link Mansion. Built in 1909, this grand all-brick Queen Anne beauty showcases over 4,000 square feet of timeless elegance across three impressive levels. From the moment you step through the stately entry, you're greeted by a sweeping grand staircase, soaring 9-foot coved ceilings, rich hardwood floors, intricate original woodwork, and stunning leaded glass windows that speak to the home's storied past. Designed for both refined living and unforgettable entertaining, the main level features a spacious living room with a gas fireplace, an elegant dining room complete with a built-in buffet, dramatic chandelier, and pocket doors for added privacy, as well as a distinguished library lined with built-in glass barrister bookcases. The expansive kitchen artfully blends Victorian charm with modern convenience, even offering a private elevator to the second floor. Upstairs, you'll find five ...

Listing Details MLS# 836085

General Property Information

New Construction YN
No
Bedrooms Total
6
Bathrooms Full
3
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Bathrooms Total
4
Rooms Total
13
Above Grade Finished Area
4335
Below Grade Unfinished Area
1660
Living Area
4335
Living Area Source
Assessor
Year Built
1909
Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Size Acres
0.2382
Lot Size Square Feet
10375
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Association YN
No
Waterfront YN
No
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes
Bathrooms Three Quarter
0
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Washer Basement: Daylight; Unfinished Construction Materials: Brick Cooling: Central Air Electric: 200+ Amp Service Exterior Features: Private Yard Fencing: Back Yard Fireplace Features: Gas; Living Room Flooring: Hardwood; Other Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Soaking Tub; Walk-In Closet(s) Levels: 3-Sty or more Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lot Features: Back Yard; Corner Lot Parking Features: Attached; Garage Door Opener Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Screened Possession: Negotiable Roof: Asphalt; Shingle Security Features: Security System Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: None View: Neighborhood Water Source: Public Window Features: Wood Frames Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Bedroom 6; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Library; Living Room; Other Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price
399000
Auction YN
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN
No
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Occupant Type
Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
616
Street Name
C
Street Suffix
Street
County
La Porte
State
IN
Postal Code
46350
Subdivision Name
E Street Andrews 06

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Introducing a rare opportunity to own a true architectural treasure in La Porte—the historic Alfred J. Link Mansion. Built in 1909, this grand all-brick Queen Anne beauty showcases over 4,000 square feet of timeless elegance across three impressive levels. From the moment you step through the stately entry, you're greeted by a sweeping grand staircase, soaring 9-foot coved ceilings, rich hardwood floors, intricate original woodwork, and stunning leaded glass windows that speak to the home's storied past. Designed for both refined living and unforgettable entertaining, the main level features a spacious living room with a gas fireplace, an elegant dining room complete with a built-in buffet, dramatic chandelier, and pocket doors for added privacy, as well as a distinguished library lined with built-in glass barrister bookcases. The expansive kitchen artfully blends Victorian charm with modern convenience, even offering a private elevator to the second floor. Upstairs, you'll find five generously sized bedrooms and two full baths, while the newly remodeled third-floor attic serves as a luxurious primary suite retreat—complete with a private sitting room, full bath, and walk-in closets. Additional highlights include a rear servant's staircase, full unfinished basement, attached two-car garage, heated front steps, and a welcoming open front porch with removable screens for seasonal enjoyment. Adding to its exceptional appeal, this property also offers tremendous income potential for investors, as it is currently operated as a single-room short-term rental generating approximately 46,500 annually. Proudly positioned on a corner lot in a prime location just 50 minutes from Chicago, this extraordinary residence offers the perfect blend of historic character, modern comfort, and timeless grandeur. Don't miss your chance to become the next steward of this iconic piece of La Porte history.

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-03-26T19:05:39Z
Major Change Type
New Listing
Status Change Timestamp
2026-03-26

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Main 1/2
Yes
Upper Full
3

Exemption Information

Exemption YN
Yes

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total
Yes
Gas
Yes
Living Room
Yes

Square Footage Information

Upper Level Finished SqFt
2675
Main Level Finished SqFt
1660
Lower Level Finished SqFt
0
Above Grade Unfinished SqFt
0
Basement Level Finished SqFt
0

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions
OWNER WILL BE PRESENT FOR ALL SHOWINGS DUE TO TENANT OCCUPANCY. Front and back door lock automatically use caution during showings.

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level
Upper
Bedroom 3 Level
Upper
Bedroom 4 Level
Upper
Bedroom 5 Level
Upper
Bedroom 6 Level
Upper
Dining Room Level
Main
Kitchen Level
Main
Laundry Level
Main
Library Level
Main
Living Room Level
Main
Other Room Level
Upper
Primary Bedroom Level
Upper
Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 4
Yes
Bedroom 5
Yes
Bedroom 6
Yes
Dining Room
Yes
Kitchen
Yes
Laundry
Yes
Library
Yes
Living Room
Yes
Other Room
Yes
Primary Bedroom
Yes

Location, Tax, and Legal

Tax Annual Amount
2993
Tax Year
2024
Tax Legal Description
05-10-02-277-010 ANDREWS LOTS 47 & 18 FT OFF S SD LT 45 BLK C ANDREWS 6TH ADD
Parcel Number
461002277010000043
Additional Parcels YN
No
Township
Center
Directions
Lincolnway to 1st Street to C Street
Census Tract
424.01

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Gas Range
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Washer
Yes

Basement

Daylight
Yes
Unfinished
Yes

Construction Materials

Brick
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes

Electric

200+ Amp Service
Yes

Exterior Features

Private Yard
Yes

Fencing

Back Yard
Yes

Flooring

Hardwood
Yes
Other
Yes

Heating

Forced Air
Yes
Natural Gas
Yes

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Entrance Foyer
Yes
Soaking Tub
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes

Levels

3-Sty or more
Yes

Listing Terms

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Lot Features

Back Yard
Yes
Corner Lot
Yes

Parking Features

Attached
Yes
Garage Door Opener
Yes

Patio And Porch Features

Front Porch
Yes
Screened
Yes

Possession

Negotiable
Yes

Roof

Asphalt
Yes
Shingle
Yes

Security Features

Security System
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Special Listing Conditions

None
Yes

View

Neighborhood
Yes

Water Source

Public
Yes

Window Features

Wood Frames
Yes

Room Information

Room Name Level Length Width Remarks
Living Room Main 29.00 15.00 Marble Gas Fireplace
Dining Room Main 19.00 17.00 Built-In Buffet Server
Kitchen Main 15.00 14.00
Library Main 18.00 14.00 Built_In Barrister Bookcases
Foyer Main 14.00 12.00
Laundry Main 8.00 7.00
Primary Bedroom Upper 25.00 19.00 3rd Floor Suite With Private Sitting Room and Bath
Bedroom 2 Upper 18.50 16.00
Bedroom 3 Upper 15.00 13.50
Bedroom 4 Upper 14.00 12.00
Bedroom 5 Upper 15.00 13.00
Bedroom 6 Upper 14.50 10.00
Other Upper 21.00 15.00 3rd Floor Primary Suite Sitting Room
Listing Office: REMAX County Wide 1st
Last Updated: March - 27 - 2026
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