This property at 5222 E State Rd 46 , Bloomington, IN47401 has listed by Colleen McKinney Reese but has not been updated for quite some time. Please contact the listing agent and broker for up to date information.
5222 E State Rd 46
Bloomington, IN47401
$299,900
Single Family Residential
MLS#: 22094984
2 beds2 full baths1200 sqft
Lot: 40510.80sqft Year built: 1979
Completely updated on almost acre, 7 mins from IU campus!
The renovations are complete. The expensive work is done. Now it's your turn to enjoy it. Welcome to a distinctive East Bloomington retreat where extensive updates, character-filled design, and nearly an acre of wooded privacy come together just minutes from Indiana University, IU Health Bloomington Hospital, Brown County State Park, Yellowwood State Forest, and Lake Monroe. This beautifully reimagined 2-bedroom, 2-bath walkout ranch has undergone an extensive transformation, including a brand-new copper roof, updated HVAC, electrical, plumbing, ductwork, flooring, siding, lighting, fixtures, and finishes. The major work has already been done, giving the next owner the opportunity to move in and enjoy rather than take on a renovation project. Inside, this home is anything but cookie-cutter. The renovated kitchen features abundant cabinetry, a center island, snack-bar seating, and a dedicated coffee bar. A dramatic black spiral staircase with rich wood accents creates a memorable architectural focal point, while the updated bath adds even more personality with a striking maroon-and-gold clawfoot soaking tub and Tiffany-style lighting. The walkout lower level provides two bedrooms, a full bath with walk-in shower, and convenient direct driveway access. Outside, nearly an acre offers room to breathe, with a deck and fire-pit area creating a natural setting for morning coffee, evening gatherings, or simply enjoying the privacy of the property. Now offered at $299,000 - bringing a completely renovated, character-filled East Bloomington property with nearly an acre into an especially compelling price range. Agent owned.
About the Neighborhood
Discover Bloomington, Indiana
A Distinctive Southern Indiana Setting
Located in the rolling hills of Southern Indiana, Bloomington offers an unusual combination of natural beauty, cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, dining, arts, and university amenities.
The area surrounding 5222 E State Road 46 places you within easy reach of many of the region's most recognizable destinations, while the surrounding landscape provides a distinctly wooded and scenic character.
Bloomington is bordered by Yellowwood State Forest, Brown County State Park, and the Hoosier National Forest, with multiple lakes and nature preserves throughout the area.
Indiana University & Campus Life
Indiana University Bloomington is an important part of Bloomington's identity and contributes to the city's extensive calendar of arts, entertainment, sporting events, lectures, performances, museums, and cultural programming.
The historic campus features limestone architecture, landscaped grounds, wooded pathways, museums, libraries, performing arts venues, and the Indiana Memorial Union.
Among the campus attractions are the Eskenazi Museum of Art, the Lilly Library, and the historic IU Auditorium, which hosts performances and other events throughout the year.
The Great Outdoors
Outdoor recreation is one of the defining characteristics of the Bloomington area.
Monroe Lake
Monroe Lake is Indiana's largest inland lake, covering approximately 10,750 acres of water and surrounded by numerous recreation areas.
Activities include boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, camping, kayaking, and other water-based recreation. Multiple boat ramps, marinas, recreation areas, and trails provide access to the lake.
Brown County State Park
Brown County State Park is Indiana's largest state park and is known for its heavily wooded hills, scenic overlooks, hiking and mountain-biking trails, fishing, horseback riding, camping, and spectacular fall scenery.
The park encompasses nearly 16,000 acres and features miles of trails and scenic roads through the hills of Brown County.
Yellowwood State Forest
Yellowwood State Forest offers more than 24,000 acres of forestland, including hiking trails, horseback riding, camping, fishing, kayaking, wildlife viewing, and Yellowwood Lake.
Its location near State Road 46 makes it a particularly notable outdoor destination in the Bloomington–Brown County corridor.
Hoosier National Forest
The Hoosier National Forest adds another enormous outdoor recreation resource to the region, with opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, camping, scenic drives, and exploring the Charles C. Deam Wilderness.
Downtown Bloomington
Downtown Bloomington brings together restaurants, coffee shops, specialty stores, galleries, live music, theaters, cultural attractions, and community events.
Kirkwood Avenue and the downtown square form the heart of the city's entertainment and dining scene, while the Bloomington Entertainment & Arts District encompasses galleries, performing arts venues, restaurants, specialty shops, and public spaces.
The city is particularly well known for its food and music scene, with a wide variety of restaurants and live-performance venues throughout the community.
Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Bloomington has a surprisingly deep arts and cultural scene for a city of its size.
Explore museum collections at Indiana University, catch a performance at the IU Auditorium, discover local galleries, listen to live music, or explore one of the city's many cultural events and festivals.
The area also includes attractions such as the WonderLab Museum, historic sites, performing arts venues, galleries, and specialty shops.
Weekend Adventures
One of the advantages of the Bloomington area is how quickly the scenery changes once you leave the city.
A typical weekend might mean hiking through Yellowwood State Forest, exploring Brown County, spending the afternoon on Monroe Lake, visiting downtown Bloomington for dinner and live music, or taking a scenic drive through the surrounding hills.
The combination of Bloomington's cultural amenities and Southern Indiana's forests, lakes, trails, and state parks gives the area a distinctive sense of place.
A Location With Plenty to Explore
From Indiana University and downtown Bloomington to Monroe Lake, Brown County State Park, Yellowwood State Forest, and the Hoosier National Forest, the area surrounding 5222 E State Road 46 offers an impressive variety of things to see and do.
It's a location where you can enjoy the convenience and energy of Bloomington while also having easy access to the forests, lakes, hills, trails, and scenic landscapes that make Southern Indiana unique.
5222 E State Road 46 isn't just a home in Bloomington — it's an opportunity to experience the character of the Bloomington and Southern Indiana region.
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NEW PRICE — $299,000 | COMPLETELY RENOVATED EAST BLOOMINGTON RETREAT
Nearly 1 Acre • 2 Bedrooms • 2 Full Baths • Walkout Ranch • Designer Finishes • Minutes from IU
What if you could have the privacy of nearly an acre of wooded property while still being just minutes from Indiana University, IU Health Bloomington Hospital, Brown County State Park, Yellowwood State Forest, and Lake Monroe?
Welcome to 5222 E State Road 46, a completely reimagined East Bloomington property that combines extensive modern updates with distinctive character and an unforgettable setting.
The renovations are complete. The expensive work is done. Now it’s your turn to enjoy it.
Completely Renovated From the Inside Out
This isn't a cosmetic flip with a fresh coat of paint. The property has undergone extensive renovation and updating, including:
- Brand-new copper roof
- Updated HVAC system
- Updated electrical
- Updated plumbing
- Updated ductwork
- New flooring
- New siding
- Updated lighting
- New fixtures and finishes
- Renovated kitchen and bathrooms
- Updated outdoor spaces
The result is a move-in-ready home where many of the major projects a buyer might otherwise face have already been completed.
A Kitchen With Personality
The renovated kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring abundant cabinetry, a large center island, snack-bar seating, and a dedicated coffee bar.
The open living area provides a warm gathering space with a custom wood mantel and rich wood accents throughout.
And then there's the staircase.
The dramatic black spiral staircase creates a true architectural focal point and gives this home a personality you simply don't find in cookie-cutter properties.
A Bathroom You Won't Forget
The updated bathroom continues the home's distinctive design with a maroon-and-gold clawfoot soaking tub and Tiffany-style lighting.
It's functional, but it doesn't feel ordinary — and that's really the theme of this house.
Walkout Living & Flexible Space
The walkout design provides convenient access to the lower level and driveway.
The home offers two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with the lower level providing additional flexibility for bedrooms, guests, hobbies, workspace, or whatever fits your lifestyle.
Nearly an Acre of Wooded Privacy
Outside is where this property really separates itself from typical Bloomington homes.
The nearly 1-acre wooded lot provides mature trees, privacy, and room to enjoy the outdoors without giving up convenient access to town.
Step outside onto the deck for morning coffee, gather around the fire pit in the evening, or simply enjoy having your own little piece of nature.
There's also convenient gravel parking and driveway access to the walkout level.
Location, Location, Location
Despite the private, wooded feel, you're remarkably close to some of Bloomington's most desirable destinations.
- Indiana University — just minutes away
- IU Health Bloomington Hospital — convenient nearby access
- Brown County State Park — minutes away
- Yellowwood State Forest — nearby
- Lake Monroe — nearby
- Downtown Bloomington and everyday amenities — convenient to reach
That combination of privacy, acreage, renovation, and location is what makes this property unusual.
Who Is This Home For?
This property could be an excellent fit for an IU faculty or staff member, healthcare professional, professional who wants convenient access to Bloomington, downsizer seeking a manageable home with land, outdoor enthusiast, or anyone who wants something more distinctive than the typical Bloomington property.
It's also an interesting option for someone who appreciates character and design but doesn't want to take on a major renovation project.
The Work Is Done. The Price Has Been Reset.
At $299,000, this completely renovated East Bloomington retreat brings nearly an acre of wooded property, extensive updates, two full bathrooms, distinctive architectural details, and an exceptionally convenient location into a compelling price range.
Agent owned.
5222 E State Road 46 — Bloomington, Indiana
Completely renovated. Distinctive by design. Ready for its next chapter.
Colleen McKinney Reese
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License: 777819
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