Auction Information

Charming 3 Bedroom Home in Wells County

Thu Jun 11 - 06:00PM


12513 Aboite Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN Click to Map


The Steffen Group

Auctioneer ID#: 8683

Phone: 260-426-0633

License: au19600168

STEFFENGRP.COM

Online Only Real Estate Auction

Southwest Fort Wayne - Country Farmhouse on 2.58± Acres

Online Bidding Open Thursday, June 11th - First Item Ending at 6:00 PM


Owner: Meiser   |   Sale Manager: Brandon Steffen   |   Contact: 260-426-0633

ONLINE BIDDING CATALOG:

https://steffengrp.hibid.com/catalog/744161/12513-aboite-center-road-fort-wayne--in-46814 

 

ONLINE ONLY AUCTION

INSPECTION LOCATION: 12513 Aboite Center Road  |  Fort Wayne, IN 46814

INSPECTION DATES: Dates and Times:

We invite you to join us for an Open House to see this home and get all your questions answered.

Dates and Times:

Sunday, May 31st from 2pm to 4pm
Wednesday, June 3rd, from 5pm to 7pm
Monday, June 8th from 5pm to 6pm

 

Rare Aboite Township Country Property Selling at Auction


Online Bidding

The property will be sold online Via Hibid / Steffengrp.com. The property is located at 12513 Aboite Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46814.

Auction Inspection

Inspection Location: 12513 Aboite Center Road  |  Fort Wayne, IN 46814

Dates and Times:

We invite you to join us for an Open House to see this home and get all your questions answered.

Dates and Times:

Sunday, May 31st from 2pm to 4pm
Wednesday, June 3rd, from 5pm to 7pm
Monday, June 8th from 5pm to 6pm


Real Estate Information

County: Allen
Parcel Number: 02-11-21-100-002.000-038
Total Taxes: $3,327.68 With Homestead Exemptions
Lot Size: 2.58 Acres
Total Finished Square Footage: 3,164 SF
Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms
Bathrooms: 2 1/2 Bathrooms
Garage: Yes, Large 2-Car Detached
Heating: Gas Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Well
Sewer: Septic
Foundation: Partial Finished Basement and Utility Room
Electrical: 200 Amp
Zoning: Residential


Room Sizes

Living Room: 22' x 15'
Kitchen: 11' x 12'
Dining Room: 12' x 16'
Den / Office: 15' x 12'
Foyer: 12' x 7'
Master Bedroom: 22' x 15.5'
Master Bedroom Closet: 8' x 6.5'
Master Bathroom: 12' x 11'
Bedroom 2: 12' x 11'
Bedroom 3: 15' x 12'
Laundry Room: 9' x 9'
Basement Extra Room: 14' x 14'
2 Screened In Sitting Areas: 6' x 15' (Master Bedroom and Living Room)
Garage: 38' x 25'


Real Estate Description

Completely Remodeled Country Farmhouse on 2.58± Acres in highly sought-after Aboite Township! This beautiful property offers the perfect blend of timeless farmhouse charm and modern updates while being conveniently located just minutes from Homestead High School, shopping, restaurants, and Southwest Fort Wayne conveniences.

Situated on a scenic parcel overlooking a peaceful meadow, this meticulously maintained home offers warmth, character, and incredible views from every angle. The main level features a spacious eat-in kitchen ideal for gatherings, a cozy family room with gas log fireplace, formal dining room, and a bonus room that can be used as a office or den. Upstairs you will find three spacious bedrooms including a stunning primary suite featuring a walk-in closet, large private bath, and charming airing porch where you can relax and enjoy the country views.

The second-floor laundry room adds convenience to everyday living. Additional amenities include an oversized detached 2-car garage along with major recent updates including a new roof and furnace in 2024.

This move-in ready property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy quiet country-style living with all the benefits of city conveniences just minutes away. Spend your mornings watching deer and wild turkey roam the adjoining meadow while enjoying coffee from your porch in one of Southwest Allen County’s most desirable locations.


Helpful Auction Information

Thank you for your interest in 12513 Aboite Center Rd. This property will be offered on Thursday, June 11th in a 1-day online auction. Bidding opens at 9:00 AM and closes at 6:00 PM. Please note this is a soft close auction—any bids placed within the final 2 minutes will automatically extend the bidding by an additional 2 minutes, giving all participants a fair opportunity.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I get financing? Yes, financing is allowed, but all financing must be pre-approved. The sale is considered a cash transaction and not contingent upon financing. If you fail to close, your earnest money will be forfeited and the seller may pursue legal remedies.

Can I inspect the property? Yes, inspections are permitted prior to the auction, but the property is selling As-Is and your bid is not contingent on the outcome of any inspection.

What happens if I’m the winning bidder? You will be required to sign the purchase agreement immediately following the close of bidding without modifications and submit a non-refundable earnest money deposit of $20,000 via check or wire transfer.

Do I get clear title to the property? Yes, the sellers will provide an owner’s policy of title insurance issued by Metropolitan Title Company, guaranteeing that you receive clear title free and clear of any liens or encumbrances.

Are the real estate taxes paid current? Yes, the seller will pay all real estate taxes due through the day of closing. The buyer’s tax responsibility begins from the day of closing forward.

Is there a buyer’s premium? Yes, a 2% buyer’s premium will be added to your bid amount to determine the final contract price. For example, if your winning bid is $100,000, the buyer’s premium would be $2,000, making the total purchase price $102,000.


AUCTIONEER'S NOTE:

Thank you for taking the time to view this auction. To stay up to date on this auction, please visit steffengrp.com.

We hope to see you at the sale!


AUCTION TERMS & CONDITIONS

Property: 12513 Aboite Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN, 46814
Online Auction Start Time: Thursday, June 11, 2026 – 9:00 am
Online Auction Real Estate End Time: Thursday, June 11, 2026 – 6:00 pm
** The close of bidding is a “soft close/ automatically extended.” if a bid is received during the last two minutes of bidding, it will automatically be extended an additional two minutes.

PLEASE READ AND REVIEW THE REAL ESTATE TERMS THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO BIDDING ON THIS PROPERTY

IF YOU HAVE NOT READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE TERMS - DO NOT PLACE A BID
BY BIDDING ON THE PROPERTY, BUYER AGREES TO ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS SET FORTH AND ENTERS INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE THE PROPERTY UNDER THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

UPON CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION: The Winning Bidder will be emailed a Real Estate Contract to either sign digitally or to print and sign without any modifications and return the completed and signed contract to The Steffen Group Inc. by email, fax or in person by 10:00 AM the day following the auction. Along with the completed, signed contract, the Winning Bidder will be required to send the specified non-refundable earnest money deposit as stated in the property description. This non-refundable earnest money deposit will be held in escrow until closing, and that amount will then be credited to the Buyer as part of the purchase price of the property.

A successful bidder not executing and returning the completed contract and earnest money deposit by 12:00 Noon the day after the auction will be considered in default (unless other arrangements have been made with auctioneer). Such default by the successful bidder will result in the Bidder’s liability to both the Seller and The Steffen Group, Inc. Seller shall have the right to (a) declare this contractual agreement canceled and recover full damage for its breach, (b) to elect to affirm this contractual agreement and enforce its specific performance or (c) Seller can resell the property either publicly or privately with The Steffen Group Inc. and in such an event, the Buyer shall be liable for payment of any deficiency realized from the second sale plus all costs, including, but not limited to the holding costs of the property, the expenses of both sales, legal and incidental damages of both the Seller and The Steffen Group Inc. In addition, The Steffen Group Inc. also reserves the right to recover any damages separately from the breach of the Buyer.

Method of Payment: A non-refundable earnest money deposit in the amount of $20,000 will be required at the conclusion of the online auction, with the balance due the day of final closing. Closing shall be within 30 days of the auction. This real estate is being sold for cash, and your bidding is not contingent upon financing. Have your financing prearranged prior to auction day.

Buyers Premium: A 2% Buyers Premium will be charged to the Buyer and added to the winning bid. Thus, determining the final selling price of the real estate.

Acceptance of Bid: The property is selling with reserve and subject to the confirmation of the seller.

Title: Seller will provide the buyer with a commitment of title insurance in the amount of the purchase price insuring the transfer and marketability of the title. The seller will provide the buyer with a fully executed Trustees deed conveying title to the buyer.

Taxes: Taxes will be prorated to the day of final closing.

Survey: The Seller will not provide buyer with a survey. If the buyer or buyer's lender requires a survey, it will be at the sole cost of the buyer.

Agency: The Steffen Group Inc. is acting as the exclusive agent of the seller.

Property Disclosure: This property is being sold as-is and where is with no warranty being expressed or implied as to the physical condition, specific zoning or available permits by the Seller, Auction Company or its Agents. The Buyer shall conduct his or her own investigation of the property and bid accordingly.

Disclaimer and Absence of Warranties: All information contained in the brochure, website, and all related materials are subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the purchase agreement. The conduct of the auction and increments of bidding are at the direction and discretion of the auctioneer.

BIDDING AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION
BIDDER VERIFICATION: Bidding rights are provisional, and if identity verification is questionable, The Steffen Group Inc. has the right to reject the registration, and bidding activity will be terminated. The Seller and The Steffen Group, Inc. reserve the right to preclude any person from bidding if there is any question as to the person's credentials, mental fitness, etc. Bidders agree to keep their username and password confidential as they are responsible for ANY and ALL activity involving their account. If the registered bidder's user name is offensive to The Steffen Group, Inc. or, in their sole opinion, detrimental to Bidding Activity, then The Steffen Group, Inc. reserves the right to delete the bidder from bidding or unilaterally change the username with notification to the Bidder.

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