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Sun rooms not always a sound investment

Q. I am planning on building a house next year and have been working on home plans. We have already chosen a lot in a subdivision but the builders in the addition are building some basic home floor plans.

We would like to have a sun room on our home but SQUARE the only thing we CORNERS can find from the builders is more of Jeff Deahl a patio room. Would you recommend a seasonal patio room or a year around solarium? — Julie of Auburn A. Sun rooms and patio rooms have always been popular but lately have

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Everybody loves to hang out in a room that has lots of view of the outside and the ability to open up with screens to nice breezes.

Unfortunately, as nice as they are, sun rooms and patio rooms are not always a sound investment.

A sun room may mean different things to different people. For some, a sun room can be a simple patio structure with an extension of the existing roof line and a step down into the room. The costs of these patio rooms are not high compared to standard room additions. They are comprised of glass panels inset into a thin metal structure making them feel more like a patio than room addition.

They may be insulated and have heating and cooling to increase the usefulness.

These patio rooms can, if not

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At the other end of the spectrum, you can find sun rooms that are high quality insulated high efficiency glass and separated by wood or aluminum beams both with curved or straight roof lines. These are generally conditioned and have all the amenities of living spaces. They can still be separated from the home’s traditional living spaces but usually by French doors rather than typical exterior doors.

These spaces are higher in price but generally will appreciate with the remained of the house.

JEFF DEAHL is past president of the Builders Association of Northeast Indiana. Questions for the Square Corners column may be submitted at ba-ni.com or email info@ba-ni.com.

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Steuben County Lakes Steuben County might best be known for its lakes, of which there are more than 100 (for tourism marketing purposes, the number 101 is used).

The county’s lakes range in size from a few acres to 1,034 acres, which is Lake James, one of the state’s largest natural lakes.

A majority of the lakes are in Jamestown and Pleasant townships.

That’s where the Lake James chain is located, which includes Big and Little Otter lakes, Snow Lake, Lake James and Jimmerson Lake. Other major lakes in these two townships include Lake George, Barton Lake, Crooked Lake, Fox Lake and Loon Lake.

Clear Lake, in the northeastern corner of the county at 800 acres, is considered to have some of the best water quality in the state, according to authorities with Indiana University and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management.

Lake Gage, a round, kettle-shaped lake near Orland, is about 332 acres and like Clear Lake, has extremely high water quality.

Hamilton Lake, which is practically surrounded by the town of Hamilton in the southeastern corner of the county, has 802 surface acres.

With all of the lakes along with Pigeon River, Fish Creek and Fawn River (Crooked Creek) it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Steuben County has a lot of water. In fact, about 9 percent of the county’s surface acreage is water.

Some of the county’s lakes are highly developed, such as Lake James and Crooked Lake. Crooked Lake was one of the earliest in the county to be developed for recreational use. There once were passenger trains that carried visitors to Crooked Lake and Lake James.

Many of the early cottages on county lakes have either been converted to year-round use or have been replaced with permanent homes, or modern second homes.

A study sponsored by the Steuben

County Community Foundation to inventory historic structures in Steuben County was buoyed upward due to the many older cottages on some of the lakes.

Lake James’ hilly, wooded shoreline is dotted with lake cottages and homes. However, about one-fourth of the natural shoreline of James, in Pokagon State Park, remains much as it was when it was created by the glaciers. Pokagon’s shoreline extends to its northern boundary on Snow Lake. There, a steep, tree-covered hill drops off sharply to the water’s edge.

Some of the county’s lakes remain natural wonders, with little encroachment by humans. Those include the Seven Sisters Lakes, at Trine State Recreation Area surround the shoreline. The Seven Sisters, the largest of which is Gentian Lake, are some of the most pristine lakes in the Midwest.

Somewhat more accessible is Loon Lake, west of Angola. Much of Loon Lake is preserved by the Nature Conservancy, a private, international land conservation group. Loon Lake is home to many different species of rare and endangered plants and wildflowers, including carnivorous plants.

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources maintains a fish hatchery along the Fawn River in Orland.

There, DNR Fish and Wildlife biologists raise fish for stocking in Indiana lakes and also use the facility as a base from which to conduct research on fish and fisheries in Indiana.

LAKE ASSOCIATIONS Many of the more densely populated lakes in Steuben County are served by associations that deal with a variety of issues and organize activities. Some lakes have neighborhood associations separate of the lake associations.

The Steuben County Lakes Council

provides a wide variety of resources and services and takes an active voice in lake issues. The Lakes Council maintains an office at 317 S. Wayne St., Angola. The phone is 665-1730 and is staffed by Sue Myers. The council’s president is Janet Bohney.

President-elect is Mel Hathaway.

Treasurer is Arnold Dose. Council secretary is Sue Myers. The Lakes Council’s website is lakescouncil.org.

Following are lake association representatives to the Lakes Council.

Arrowhead: Scott Skinner, 665-5205 Crooked Lake: Will Gooden, 317-319-4398 Clear Lake: Bridget Harrison, 316-1397 Fox Lake: Tom Troyer, 419-3564700 Golden Lake: Jack Sweeney, 475-5837 Lake Gage/Lime Lake: David Rollins, 927-4474.

Hamilton Lake: Jim Wagenknecht, 488-3144 Hogback Lake: Jim Aikman, 765-513-8313 Lake George: Renate Brenneke, 517-238-4583 Jimmerson Lake: Ken Erlenbaugh, 833-1313 Lake James: Lynn Wernet, 833-9934 Lake Pleasant: Rod Peterson, 495-9689 Lake Syl-Van: Beth Warner, 833-4566 Long Lake: Jerry Mays, 475-5821 Pine Canyon Lake: Debbie Tyler, 833-6403 Ball Lake: Karen DeForest, 488-5076 Big/Little Otter lakes: Joe Lantz, 316-2230 Snow Lake: Steve Schroeder, 905-6930 West Otter Lake: John Williamson, 668-7992 Big Turkey Lake: Keith Reinig, 241-1040

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Looking for an updated home that is ready to move into at a price lower than rent? Well this is it! Enter this 3 bedroom, open concept home with a spacious kitchen, dining and living room. Large deck and your fenced-in backyard. Huge 2-car garage, basement. Call for your personal showing today! Ref. #309 FREMONT

Come check out this 2 bedroom home with lake access to Silver Lake located in Holiday Woods on two large corner lots. Enjoy the quiet beauty of nature with the wooded area located just across the street. Close to shopping, dining and entertainment.

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Completely updated 3-bedroom home boasting of old world charm! Beautiful freshly-painted brick exterior with expansive wrap-around deck. Detached two-car garage and a huge loft.

Completely updated kitchen. Open concept dining/living room with hardwood floors. Main level bathroom, fully remodeled.

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Tour this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, low-maintenance home, situated on a 90x137 lake lot with a deck overlooking the serene views. 21x22 heated garage with a half bath and sink and a 2nd walk-up story that can be used for storage or finished for extra living space. Partially fenced yard. Updated roof on the garage last spring. Ref. #580 FREMONT T

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Three-bedroom home in the town of Orland. Generously sized living room, family room, and eat-in kitchen. Onecar attached garage plus an additional detached garage that could be used as a workshop or extra storage. Partially finished den could be anything you can imagine. Call for your personal showing today! Ref. #6190

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Spacious kitchen with a multitude of cabinets and counter space to please anyone! Call for your personal showing today.

Ref. #709 WATERLOO

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers more than 2500 square feet of potential for the right investor. At this price, you can afford to give this property the TLC it needs to transform it into a beautiful home or rental. Ref#. 440

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FREMONT

5009 E. US Hwy. 20, Angola $799,900 Absolutely charming home. Foyer boasts an open view of the great room. 3 BR, 2 full BA. Floor to ceiling stone fireplace. 3-season room, chef’s kitchen. Amazing master suite. Pole barn and in-ground pool. MLS#201637352. Call Pam Doty

Duplex - 206/208 E. Spring St. $104,900 Great income producing property. This duplex is two bedroom, one bath a one car attached garage per side. Spacious living room and kitchen with breakfast nook. Close to town and schools. Great potential. MLS#201701889. Call Pam Doty

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LAKE PROPERTIES NEW LISTING

ANGOLA - 36.25 ACRES

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HAMILTON LAKE

3370 N. SR 127, Angola $389,500 Many possibilities. Improvements include a new partial metal roof, paint and some drywall. Huge 3-season room with deck. 3 BR, 2 BA home is centrally located between Angola and Fremont.

Newer 30’x40’ pole barn. MLS#201631324. Call George Doty

115 Lane 150C, Hamilton Lake $449,900 Enjoy the view from this lakefront home! Patio and deck lakeside.

This is a three bedroom (possible four), three full bath home with a full finished walk-out basement. Totally remodeled kitchen. Bedrooms on main level. Kitchen in basement as well. Open floor plan.

One Year HMS Home Warranty. MLS#201700505. Call Pam Doty

315 Lane 270, Hamilton Lake $464,900 Incredible home! Concrete driveway bordered by stamped concrete, 3 car spacious garage. Open floor plan, high ceilings, den, guest suite, master suite, laundry are all on the main level. Custom kitchen. Living room has a gas fireplace and an open view of the lake. Basement open family room with fireplace, two bedrooms, wet bar, full bath and more. MLS#201704008. Call Pam Doty

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482 E. Clear Lake Dr. $699,900 Roomy stone cottage with concrete sea wall and a fantastic beach with dock. 3-car attached garage and additional back lot. Walkout basement leads to the concrete patio ans shaded lot. Main level kitchen, formal dining and lakeside family room with cozy fireplace. Four bedrooms on upper level with guest bathroom and an additional full loft. MLS#201648423. Call Pam Doty

80 Ln 110 A, West Otter Lake $194,900 75’ of great sandy beach. Home has an open floor plan with spacious living room, kitchen and nook with a 4-season room. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a large laundry room. Level lakefront lot with stone fire pit. MLS#201632235. Call Pam Doty

205 W. Maumee, Angola $284,900 Over 18,000 square feet for lease. Will build to suit. Includes men’s and women’s restrooms, street parking with additional parking in rear. Rear entry from parking lot. Owner is flexible on accommodations. MLS#201620972. Call George Doty

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COMMERCIAL LISTINGS OFFICE / PROFESSIONAL / RETAIL

ASHLEY/HUDSON • Quality built retail space on 1.012 acres with 210 feet of frontage on State Road 4 • 9,180 sq. ft. building is clean and move-in ready • $257,000 • MLS #201705758 • Call John Stock @ 316-7735

FREMONT • 300 S. Wayne St. • 4,800 sq. ft. steel building • $129,900 • MLS #201637140 • Call John Stock @ 316-7735

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• $335,000 • MLS #201555812 • Call John Stock @ 316-7735

• Over 18,000 sq. ft.

• Handicap restrooms • One block west of the mound • Front, side and rear entrance • Can be split into 2 retail areas. Showroom floor on both sides. Suitable for many purposes. Seller will do build out or divide.

• $284,900 • MLS#201620972 • Call George Doty @ 667-4301

GANGSTERS GRILLE - HUDSON

• Successful restaurant / bar with loyal customer base for sale! Possible Contract • Seller is willing to consider helping with financing • $289,000 • MLS #201634631 • Call John Stock @ 316-7735

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ANGOLA • 700/702 W 155 S • 2 buildings • 1,200 sq. ft. of office space in red building and 3,600 sq. ft. of office warehouse/shop in large building • $145,900 • MLS #201425793 • Call John Stock @ 316-7735

OFFICE/WAREHOUSE

ANGOLA Property includes 2 buildings. One of the buildings is an office with shop/service area and the other is a detached garage/storage building. $124,900. Call John Stock at 316-7735. MLS#201628861.

Commercial Land Intertech Parkway Vacant, commercial land located on SR 127 containing 6.396 acres.

Located adjacent to “the green building”, this piece of property is an excellent location for a business park. High traffic area with over 400’ of road frontage on SR 127. Located across from Kohl’s department store and Tri-State Commons shopping center. Only a mile from I-69 and the Indiana Toll Road. $640,000. MLS#201510571. Call John Stock at 316-7735

ANGOLA • 655 W 155 S • Good condition • 3,450 sq. ft. • 450 sq. ft. finished office space with half bath • $99,500 • MLS #201425801 • Call John Stock @ 316-7735

LAND 300 N 127 Vacant, commercial land on SR 127 containing 2.42 acres.

Excellent location for a small business. High traffic area with 400’ of road frontage on SR 127.

Property within one mile of I-69.

HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! $60,000. MLS#201500575. Call John Stock @ 316-7735

35 TILLABLE ACRES/ COMMERCIAL • Approx. 630 ft. frontage on 100 N • MLS #503904 • Approx. 1,800 ft. frontage on I-6 • Business or commercial site • Call John Stock @ 316-7735

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Totally remodeled including new windows, new siding, new natural gas furnace & A/C, roof 5-years-new. New signage. High visibility location with many possibilities! Seller will lease with option to purchase. $129,000. MLS#673782. Contact John Hasselswerth at 316-3203.

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Getting connected in Steuben County Getting connected when you move into a new community can be time-consuming.

We’ve listed some basics on community services to help you find your way. Services are listed by community. If you live in an unincorporated area, in the country or at a lake, information will be available in the Steuben County listings.

Angola Water and sewer service may be arranged by calling 665-3422.

For garbage pick-up for single family residences or up to three-family dwellings, call 665-3422. Curbside recycling is available to residents of Angola.

Building permits are available from the building commissioner, who can be reached at 665-6846. Information on zoning is available from the city planner’s office, which can be reached by calling 665-7465.

Phone service in Angola is provided by Frontier. New service is available by calling 877-462-8188.

Electrical and gas service for most of Angola is provided by Northern Indiana Public Service Co., at 800-464-7726.

Cable television is provided in the Angola area by Mediacom. New service can be arranged by calling 800-874-2924, Internet repair service at 800-874-2998 and 24-hour repair can be reached at 800-8742991.

Ashley For water and sewer service in Ashley, contact the town clerk-treasurer’s office at 587-9276. Applications for building permits and zoning information are also available at the clerk’s office.

Century Link provides phone service to the community. Century Link can be reached by calling 800-788-3500.

NIPSCO, 800-464-7726, provides electrical and gas service.

Garbage pickup in the community is provided by several private contractors.

Check your local yellow pages.

Clear Lake Clear Lake sewer service can be arranged by calling the Clear Lake Town Hall at 495-9158.

Garbage service may be arranged by contacting the town hall at 495-9158.

Questions about zoning and building matters also may be referred to the clerk’s office at the same number.

Electrical and gas service is available through NIPSCO, 800- 464-7726.

Frontier provides phone service by contacting 877-462-8188.

Fremont

To arrange water and sewer service along with garbage pickup and curbside recycling, contact the town clerk’s office at 495-7805.

Building permits and zoning information are available at 495-2504.

Electric and gas service is offered through NIPSCO, 800-464-7726.

Telephone service is provided by Frontier, 877-462-8188.

Cable television service is offered

by Mediacom. Call 800- 874-2924 for customer service, 800-874-2998 for Internet repair or 800-874-2991 for 24-hour repair.

Hamilton Water service in Hamilton may be arranged by contacting the clerk-treasurer’s office at 488-3607. Garbage pickup is included with water service. Electric is through American Electric Power, 800-311-4634. Natural gas is available through Northern Indiana Public Service Co., 800-464-7726. Telephone service is provided by Frontier, 877-462-8188.

Hudson Water and sewer service in Hudson are arranged by calling the clerk-treasurer’s office at 587-9500.

Electrical and gas service is available through NIPSCO, 800-464-7726.

Century Link provides phone service to the community. Century Link can be reached by calling 800-788-3500.

Orland Water service and garbage pickup in Orland is available by calling the town clerk’s office at 829-6411.

Electric and natural gas service is available through NIPSCO, 800-464-772.

Telephone Telephone customers in the exchanges for Angola, Fremont, Hamilton, Orland, Pleasant Lake, Pokagon and Ray (in both Indiana and Michigan) are served

by Frontier. For residential service, call 877-462-8188. For business service, call 800-483-5000.

Telephone customers in the exchanges for Ashley, Hudson, Stroh and South Milford are served by Century Link. Call 800-788-3500.

Voter registration To register to vote in Steuben County, you must contact the county clerk’s office in the Steuben County Courthouse on the Public Square in Angola.

Ashley residents who live in DeKalb County need to register at the clerk-treasurer’s office at the DeKalb County Courthouse in Auburn.

Indiana also allows for voter registration at branches of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, which is located at 1913 N. Wayne St. You do not have to declare a party affiliation to register, but if you vote in the spring primary elections, you must ask for a ballot of the political party of your choice. You need a valid driver’s license or state-issued identification card to register to vote.

License plates Motor vehicle plates, including motorcycles and trailers, are available in Steuben County at the license branch at 1913 N. Wayne St., Angola. Plates and placards for the disabled are also available. Registration for boats, snowmobiles and trailers must also be done through the license branch.

Ashley residents who live in DeKalb County must purchase plates at the branch located at 500 N. Grandstaff Drive, Auburn.

Driver’s licenses and learner’s permits also are issued through the state license branches.

Driver’s licenses and vehicle titles may be handled through any branch, but registrations for plates must be in the county of residence.

A state photo identification, for those who do not have a driver’s license, is also available here.

For details, contact the Angola branch at 665-5661.

Certain transactions can be conducted over the Internet at in.gov/bmv.

Recycling The Northeast Indiana Solid Waste Management District provides several services for local residents.

Recycling drop-off stations that are open at all times are located at the Steuben County Park, Crooked Lake; Bunch’s Shop Rite, S.R. 120, Orland; Fremont Street Department, Albion and Bell streets, Fremont; District offices on C.R. 800S (S.R. 4), east of Ashley; Hamilton Town Hall on S.R. 427.

For information on what materials are accepted, call the district’s recycling hot line at 800-777-5462.

Marriage licenses Marriage licenses are available in the clerk’s office in the Steuben County Courthouse, South Public Square, Angola.

There is no waiting period. Information on cost and requirements is available by calling 668-1000, ext. 2210.

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mikethomasrealtor.com Lane 101 FA, Jimmerson Lake • Angola

3095 N. Wayne St. • Angola

Breathtaking Views

7.52 Acres

Commercial parcel across from Menards. 395’ frontage, 837’ depth. Property has 2 buildings plus 40x64 commercial building. More land available.

MLS#201600129.

Beautiful Jimmerson Lake lot located in a Lakefront Community featuring walking trails, paved golf cart trails, pool, playground, club house and lakefront pier. MLS#201701225.

$40,000

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CHAR SUNTKEN, REALTOR® / 260.927.3699

DEB TAYLOR, REALTOR® / 260.316.2267

175 Lane 250 Lake Pleasant • Orland

315 W. Lincoln St. • Ashley

Just Move In and Enjoy The Lake Life!

Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a screened porch and a deck overlooking the lakefront. Lakefront access and channel access with large front lot for entertaining along the lake shore. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to be on the lake this year! MLS#201702658.

New Listing - Large Wrap-around Porch!

This home offers 2 bedrooms, newer eat-in kitchen, large laundry room, mudroom, fenced-in backyard and a 2-car 24x24 garage. DeKalb Central or MSD of Steuben Co. Schools. New roof in 2016. MLS#201640767.

$229,900

$59,900

ANNE THOMAS, REALTOR® / 260.908.0294

ALISA WORDEN, REALTOR® / 260.908.2337

359 Eyster Dr.• Angola

Land With Great Potential

Wooded lot fronts I-69. 2.08 acres and just west of the Menards in Angola. More land available. Call agent for more details. MLS#201600694.

$39,500

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ANGOLA

14033 Illinois Road Fort Wayne, IN 46814 260.625.5550 877.975.5550

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Mike Thomas Associates Independently Owned & Operated

mikethomasrealtor.com 3290 N. State Road 127 • Angola

300 SF of Frontage on S.R. 127

1.590 Acres ready to be developed. Lots of potential at this great location. Bare ground, city planning ETJ area. MLS#201701173.

180 W. Bellfountaine Road • Pleasant Lake

Lovely Ranch on 3.21 Acres!

Full basement with kitchenette and bath. Frontage at the rear of the home is on Gooseneck Lake. Beautiful scenic lot. MLS#201653901.

$249,900

$75,000

LINN ALDRICH, REALTOR® / 260.927.5878

ALISA WORDEN, REALTOR® / 260.908.2337

130 W. Harcourt • Angola

High Visability Building

Nice office building with restroom, drive up window. Welcome area and two offices. Plenty of parking. MLS#201701226.

1032 S. Wayne St. • Angola

38 x 20 Outbuilding

Great location! One acre lot could be commercial zoning. 165’ of frontage on S. Wayne St. Lease agreement with Burkhart billboard company to transfer to buyers at closing. MLS#201701395.

$79,900

$70,000

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1560 Shook Drive Auburn, IN 46706 260.925.6900

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CROOKED LAKE

Custom built home by Van Gordon with premium landscaping. Floored attic, large deck and firepit. Updated front porch. Open concept floor plan with a large eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar.

Main floor master with a safe room. There are two bedrooms upstairs and a large bathroom. $184,000. MLS#201643327.

Adorable log cabin overlooking Crooked Lake.

Original logs have been maintained. Remodeled with a new custom built kitchen, all new appliances, all new electrical on the east side of home, all new decking, new cathedral ceilings, and a new tin roof. Large patio deck with 100 feet of lake front. $242,000. MLS#201701955.

Turn-key lake front home on Crooked Lake!

Well-maintained home is move-in ready. Open concept kitchen with main living space leading out to the 28x10 deck. Large bedroom on the main floor. Upstairs are two more bedrooms and a full bath. $349,900. MLS#201627192.

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JIMMERSON LAKE

Cozy 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch on unfinished basement located on a quiet no outlet street. Two separate living spaces with the kitchen and dining room in between! New carpet in the front living room, second and third bedroom. Family room with gas stove and a glass sliding door that opens to a large deck. Attached 2-car garage. $99,000.

MLS#201654046.

Don’t miss this 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage or year around home with 81 feet of lake frontage. The home sits on a partially wooded lot with mature trees. This cottage features a large screened-in porch, a front deck, updated bathroom, fire-pit, new submersible well and a 30 ft pier. $75,000.

MLS#201642392.

Cozy and cute Cape Cod home with Association access and beach on beautiful Jimmerson Lake! Large and spacious rooms, eat-in kitchen, master ensuite on the main level. Real hardwood floors in the entry way and dining room.

Two large bedrooms upstairs, a full bath and an extra bonus space! Lots of upgrades! $149,900.

MLS#201653732.

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Outstanding view from master bedroom. You will be amazed by how nice this home is. Four bedrooms, two baths, nice size kitchen, laundry room and built-in china cabinet.

Dock space, low taxes, home is in an improve neighborhood with a private beach and park area. New water heater, 4 inch well, deck, faucets. $39,900. MLS#201647818.

Waterfront home with panoramic views and a great sandy beach.

Large custom kitchen, fireplace in the living room, master suite on main floor with a walk-out balcony. The family room has a second fireplace, wet bar in the walk-out basement, and two extra bedrooms. $699,9000. MLS#201552988.

Charming and cozy cottage on Lone Tree Point. Outstanding panoramic views and a sandy beach. 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths. 42 ft. of prime lakefront.

Kitchen appliances have been updated. 36 ft. deck. Call today for your personal showing. Home sold As-Is condition. $339,000. MLS#201654691.

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SNOW LAKE

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Darling cottage nestled in on a channel front lot with 80 feet of frontage. This home has all new carpet and flooring and has been freshly painted. Plenty of privacy with 0.600 acre and a great wooded lot. This home has a natural sea wall. Dock stays with the property. $229,900.

MLS#201631829.

Lakefront home with 122 ft. of frontage. This home features open concept living. Kitchen has new stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar and new flooring! The 2 bedrooms and bathroom have been remodeled. Walk-out basement. $174,900.

MLS#201634835.

What an incredible lot to build your dream home on!! This lot has 330 feet of channel front and is almost an acre. $174,900. MLS#201611920.

This home is located on the main road coming into the park. Great fire pit area. Large deck. Very immaculate home and all of the furnishings will stay. Home is a Breckenridge built in 2002. Pack your suit case and enjoy your summers here!! $26,500.

MLS#201619695.

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Well maintained home with 1,234 sq. ft. including an addition. Two bedrooms and a nice size living room, kitchen area, and a large room that could be made into a third bedroom.

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117 ft. of channel front. This lot is .53 acres. Nice size garage. $139,900.

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Start your day with a picture perfect view of the lake as the sun comes up from your patio. 56 feet of lake front holds the house and the garage is located on the 50x110 back lot. $400,000.

AFFORDABLE LAKE

2010 Scenic View Park model that is like new. 20x10 shed has lots of storage area, air conditioned with bunks built-in. Lake access to Sally Owen Lake or use the public access on Lime Lake. $28,000.

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Lots available in The Meadows subdivision. Build your dream home with the builder of your choice. Small town living with a super size location. Near several lakes, main highways and larger towns. Priced to sell at $15,000 to $16,500.

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85 feet of frontage on 675 W. $13,000.

MLS#201632894.

Walk to the lake association beach for a day of fun in the sun. Or you may sit back and enjoy the day in the enclosed front porch. There are 3 bedrooms and an eatin kitchen. $57,900. MLS#201630616.

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ANGOLA: Attention Lake & Golf Enthusiasts!

You’ll love living close to the lake in this home with only a short walk to the dock and easy access to Lake James Golf Course. This home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, including a master suite with whirlpool tub. The open living area gives you a convenient dining room, spacious living room with laminate floors, kitchen with a breakfast bar for serving buffets, and an extra room for a den or office.

Entertain your friends and family in the large four-season room. An extra lot is included for building your own garage. Close to great dining, shopping, and I-69. Home inspection has been done. Basic HMS home warranty included. Location, Location, Location! Boat Lift negotiable. $200,000. MLS#201647003.

Steuben County communities Steuben County Thousands of years ago, glaciers churned across the land, shaping the landscape as they went. In their wake they left the approximately 101 lakes that give Steuben County its character.

It was the fertile land, abundant wildlife and the lakes that drew early settlers. The lakes, transportation system and a strong work ethic continue to lure residents.

The county can trace its history to the 1830s when settlers first made inroads into the community. It is named after Baron Frederick Von Steuben, a Prussian general who fought for the United States in the Revolutionary War. Steuben County’s population was 34,185 in 2010.

The attraction of the county is multifaceted. The lakes are foremost. It also boasts major transportation routes with I-69 and the Indiana Toll Road crossing in the county, and various state roads and U.S. highways traversing the area.

Rail freight service is available in Steuben County through Indiana Northeastern Railroad (517) 439-4677.

Tri-State Steuben County Municipal Airport, 5220 W. U.S. 20, provides air service.

Industries are sprinkled throughout Steuben County in industrial parks in Angola, Fremont, Orland, Hamilton, Ashley and Hudson.

The industrial and commercial communities are complemented by a healthy agriculture base. Numerous farms dot the county’s 198,400 acres, raising crops and livestock.

Angola Angola officially sprang into being on June 28, 1838, when it was platted

by Thomas Gale and Cornelius Gilmore.

Their names are etched into city history with the streets just north and south of Public Square named in their honor.

Angola was incorporated as a village later in 1838 and an act of the Indiana General Assembly designated Angola

as the seat of government of Steuben County. Angola became a city in 1906.

The community drew its name from Angola, N.Y., where many early settlers of this area originated.

The 2010 population was 8,612.

Education: Students from kindergarten through 12th grade attend the Metropolitan School District of Steuben County schools. Trine University’s main campus is located in the city limits.

Utilities: The city operates sewer, water and trash and recycling services.

Phone is provided by Frontier. Electric and natural gas is through Northern Indiana Public Service Co. Cable television is through Mediacom, Frontier, Verizon and Hughesnet.

U.S. Post office: 110 W. Harcourt Road.

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2075 S 800 W, Hudson 5 BR, 1 BA, 1,616 sq. ft., full basement, 1-car attached garage, 32’x52’ pole building, 1.38 acres. $89,500

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LD North Wayne.......................1,250 Sq. ft. Office Space Ready to move into. Utilities included.

Orland......................................................$250,000 16,000 square feet with 2 loading docks, O.H. door, 3 Phase 400 V, radiant heating, air conditioned office. Free span interior.

Growth Parkway........................................$195,000 6,000 square foot facility that is fully air conditioned for humidity control. Nice office layout, 3 phase electrical, economical to heat.

Ashley 13.6 Acres.......................................$204,500 Located in Ashley’s industrial park near I-69 exit. City utilities.

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Crooked Lake.............................................. $79,500 Channel front lot in first basin. Septic on site. Zoned for conventional or mobile home.

Baker’s Acres.............................................$799,900 Profitable business with Angola and Fremont locations. Has great staff. Busy summers, cruise in the winter. Includes real estate, equipment, name and training. Owners will consider partial financing.

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Angola.....................................................$225,000 7,600 square feet with approximately 1,500 square feet of office space. 2 overhead doors, 3 phase power, easy access and good clearance.

Lake James - building lot............................ $900,000 Over 185’ of width and approximately 2 acres. Residential, commercial or combination. New home construction all around.

Easy access.

5 Acres on Wohlert.....................................$125,000 Shovel ready 5 acre tract in Angola’s industrial park. All utilities available.

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16,000 sq. ft. - Good ceiling height.

6,000 sq. ft. - Fully air conditioned.

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North Wayne...............................1,250 square feet South Wayne..............................6,200 square feet North Wayne...............................3,000 square feet Growth Parkway..........................1,630 square feet 200 North................ 1,100 square feet (2 available) South Wayne... 3 offices + reception. Utils. included 7,600 sq. ft. - Good ceiling height. Nice offices.

PRIVATE 45 ACRE ESTATE............................. $595,000 Just minutes from Angola, this very well thought out estate is a real treat with its own 5-1/2 acre lake and woods with walking trails. The home features oak plank floors, an amazing fireplace, spa room, custom cabinets and spectacular views. If you like your privacy and the outdoors, you will love this place!

South Wayne............................................ $175,000 New roof on this well maintained retail/office location. Plenty of parking. Has an overhead door for deliveries.

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North Wayne............................................$445,000 PRICE DRAMATICALLY REDUCED! Attention Investors: 4 acres with access to North Wayne and Wohlert streets, 10,000 square foot building, price just reduced to $350,000. This lends itself to many opportunities, among them: restaurant, banquet hall, apartments, senior housing with walking trails, storage. It’s up to you to find the use, but I know it is an amazing opportunity!

Orland .....................................................$124,500 Former bank building with approximately 2,000 sf located in Orland on SR 120. High efficiency heating and air conditioning.

Building is in good condition with plenty of parking. Includes income from ATM lease. Some suggested uses include sporting goods with secure gun storage, office, retail, food.

Angola 8 Unit Apartment Complex ............. $155,000 3 buildings, separate utilities. Owners retiring. Located near the university and has been well maintained.

South Wayne, Angola................................ $349,000 Approximately 9,000 square foot shop that was the former Mid West Services location. Includes approximately 1-1/2 acres of land for plenty of parking and maneuverability. Owners retired.

Very well thought out shop and is ready to go.

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G PENDIN West Maumee .......................................... $169,900 Hey investors: This is where I started my career a hundred years ago. Includes 4 apartments, two office suites and workshop.

Good solid location with room for growth.

Auburn .................................................... $485,000 Multi use building with approximately 36,000 square feet on the first floor plus a load rated second floor. 14’ clear ceiling height, 3 phase 400V entrance. Recent rubber roof. Room for your business and rental income in place.

North Wayne............................................ $379,000 Recently renovated 5,800 square foot building with 165’ of frontage on North Wayne. This is located right in the heart of the action.

CR 200 West .............................................. $59,500 County Road 200 West ..............................$175,000 Mill Street ................................................ $42,500 US 20 West ................................................. $75,000 Business Condo Sites ................................$175,000 Lake James ..............................................$900,000 Wohlert Street .......................................... $59,500 4 Acres, East Maumee ...............................$349,000 Harcourt.................................................. $398,000

Commercial Real Estate is different than residential real estate in nearly every way.

• How it is priced • How it is shown

• How and where it is marketed • How it is financed

Experience counts! Contact Fred Beck, charter member Indiana Commercial Board of Realtors.

Appraisals – Property Management “Say you saw it in Steuben Real Estate Guide • March 2017 • Page 33

“SINCE 1932”

“Here to serve you in 2016”

Craig Rice 316-2570

Mike Shoup 667-7969

Drew Koeppe 316-8720

Kandi Hall 624-5418

901 N. Wayne Street, Angola, IN 665-2515 • 665-3245 • 1-800-201-LAKE booth.rose@frontier.com • boothrosekrebsre.com

Construction beginning soon! Lots for villas now available!

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“SINCE 1932” 901 N. Wayne Street, Angola, IN 665-2515 • 665-3245 • 1-800-201-LAKE booth.rose@frontier.com

www.boothrosekrebsre.com NEW

NEW PRICE

HAMILTON  Level building lot near Ball Lake. City water and sewer available. Hamilton schools. Only $13,000.

MLS#201643943.

FREMONT  Well maintained 3 BR, 1-1/2 BA home on level city lot, close to park and school. Home has large family room, living room, kitchen, breakfast nook, natural wood trim, unfinished attic and basement. Features screened porch and a 24x30 detached garage. Only $115,000. MLS#201649236.

HUDSON  Newly updated home with fresh paint, carpet, laminated flooring, kitchen cabinets, bathroom updated. Large family room, living room, 3 BR, 1 BA, deck, 3-car detached garage with loft. Home sits on a corner lot. Family room has a chimney set up for a woodstove. Only $73,900. MLS#201650460.

FREMONT  2-story home on level lot features 4 BR, 2-1/2 BA, living room and dining room. Kitchen has an island. Also a 12x12 shed, patio, and a 3-car attached garage. Only $180,000.

MLS#201700077.

ANGOLA, COUNTRY  2-story home on finished daylight basement features 4 BR, 3 BA, formal dining room, living room, family room, den, game room, covered porch, deck, shed, fireplace in 4 rooms, hardwood floors, wood wainscoting, custom texture work on ceilings, skylights, and vaulted ceilings.

Only $179,000. MLS#201651482.

FREMONT  Well maintained ranch home features 3 BR, 2 BA, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, large living room with vaulted ceilings, 2-car attached garage, patio and covered porch. Several upgrades in the last two years. Only $131,900.

MLS#201636410.

ANGOLA  This 4 BR, 1 BA home located near Fox Lake has a screened porch, 1-car detached garage with a workshop area, and a utility building. Bird baths and some flowers & shrubs in landscaping are not included. Only $80,000. MLS#201637193.

HUDSON  3 BR, 1 BA home with formal dining room, large living room, on a level lot in the town of Hudson. 720’ 2-car detached garage with floored attic space. Only $83,900.

MLS#201634111.

BUENA VISTA, JIMMERSON LAKE  3 wooded lots in Buena Vista Addition. Association beach and docking area. Regional waste available. Only $5,900. MLS#201703103.

NEW

ANGOLA • This is a 1-story, 1 BR, 1 BA home on a full basement with a large storage building.

Only $56,000. MLS#201705888.

PHS COUNTRY  1-1/2 story, 2 BR, 1-1/2 BA home on 17.07 acres features basement, 2 enclosed porches, 1-car detached garage, 2 outbuildings, barn, apple and plum trees, gooseberry and currant bushes. Stone exterior.

Only $135,000. MLS#201523068.

FREMONT  This 2 BR, 1 BA home has a large living room and many newer updates, and a heated garage. It’s on the main road, yet secluded. Only $148,900. MLS#201645310.

FREMONT  This 2 BR, 1 BA home has a large living room and many newer updates, and a heated garage. It’s on the main road, yet secluded. Only $148,900. MLS#201645310.

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“SINCE 1932” 901 N. Wayne Street, Angola, IN 665-2515 • 665-3245 • 1-800-201-LAKE booth.rose@frontier.com

www.boothrosekrebsre.com NEW

NEW

ANGOLA • Well maintained 2-story home on a level lot features 3 BR, 1-1/2 BA, formal dining room, living room and family room, basement 2-car & 1-car detached garages, deck, enclosed porch, fenced yard and play house.

Only $110,000. MLS#201703478.

ANGOLA  This 3 BR, 3 BA ranch style home is located close to schools, the library and city parks. A full basement, partially finished.

Partially fenced yard and oversized garage and a 2nd utility area in the basement. Lots of updates: newer furnace, tank-less water heater, landscaping, roof and sunroom with separate heating/cooling unit. Only $189,900.

MLS#201703706.

NEW

NEW

HOWE  2-story building on finished basement with 36,684 SF. Property has 6 BA, and workshop area w/overhead door and is currently being used as a house of worship.

Large sanctuary with stage, baptismal, several large rooms & offices, 3 kitchens, security and fire alarm system. 4.99 acre lot. Only $100,000.

MLS#201643447.

HAMILTON, LAND  This rolling land offers the opportunity for grain farming or a possible homesite. Located on a paved county road close to Hamilton. There are no outbuildings or house included and there is no access to the pond on the property. Only $180,000.

MLS#201703861.

NEW PRICE

FREMONT  2 BR, 1 BA home on a basement/ crawl space with a 2-car detached garage.

Extra building for hobbies or workshop.

Auxiliary heat system fueled by wood that allows you to heat the home for very little. Only $107,900. MLS#201646550.

CROOKED LAKE  This is a 1-1/2 story, 2 BR, 1-1/2 BA lakefront home that features an enclosed porch, deck, fireplace, basement, a 24x24 pole barn with a 10x24 lean-to, and a 2 BR, 1 BA guest house. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Only $306,000.

MLS#201705696.

HAMILTON LAKE CONDO  Enjoy maintenance-free living at the lake. This condo features 2 BR, 2 BA, large living room, 2 decks, shed, skylights, and carport. Association beach and docking area. Only $79,900.

MLS#201639931.

WATERLOO  1-1/2 story home featuring 4 BR, 2 BA, family room with fireplace, 2 enclosed porches, covered porch, basement and 2-car detached garage. Only $36,900.

MLS#201639954.

COUNTRY HOME  3 BR, 1 BA home on a nice 8 acre parcel has large kitchen, living room with wood burner, basement, deck, above ground pool, and a 24x32 garage. Appliances included.

Only $137,900. MLS#201641072.

COUNTRY HOME  3 BR, 1 BA home on 2.04 acre lot features large kitchen, covered porch, deck, basement, and shed. Only $84,000.

MLS#201644926.

BIG LONG LAKE  This 2-story home has 2 BR, 1 BA, den, living room, large family room with fireplace, deck, air conditioning, basement and a dining room. Only $79,000.

MLS#201643167.

ANGOLA  1-1/2 story home on level lot with fenced yard, located close to school and park features deck, large kitchen, 2 BR, 1 BA, large living room and dining area, and a basement.

Only $87,900. MLS#201641635.

ANGOLA  1988 Victorian 14x70 mobile home with a 6x14 pull out has a covered porch, 15x30 detached garage, 8x10 & 8x12 sheds, large living room, eat-in kitchen, 2 BR and 1 BA. Only $50,000. MLS#201652692.

PRAIRIE HEIGHTS SCHOOLS  1-story brick home with 3 BR, 1 BA has a wood burning fireplace in the living room, built-in bookcases, formal dining room, natural woodwork, level lot with mature trees and shed. Home is located across from town park. Only $56,500.

MLS#201642353.

GARRETT  5 BR, 2-1/2 BA home on corner lot features 2-car attached garage, covered porch, large kitchen with an abundance of cabinets and counter space, large family room and living room. Only $44,100. MLS#201651660.

NICE SIZE COTTAGE  3 BR, 1-1/2 BA cottage on a nice lot. Needs some TLC on the inside.

Only $80,500. MLS#201642897.

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STEUBEN COMMUNITIES From page 30

county lines, Ashley is located southwest of Angola.

Its best-known landmark may be a bright yellow water tower, sporting a beaming smiley face and clearly visible from I-69, which runs just east of the town.

Residents in Ashley have 587 prefixes for their phone numbers, which is long distance from most areas in Steuben County. The zip code is 46705.

History: The town of Ashley was established in 1892 at the division of the Wabash Railroad. The railroad built a round house and shop there and the town thrived from railroad commerce.

Population: 983.

Education: Ashley is part of DeKalb Central United School District. Middle school and high school students attend the main campus on S.R. 427, Waterloo.

Country Meadow Elementary serves the area. Students on the Steuben County side of the town attend Metropolitan School District of Steuben County schools.

Utilities: Gas and electric service is provided by Northern Indiana Public Service Co. The Ashley Municipal Water Utility and Ashley Sewer Department serve the towns of Ashley and Hudson. Municipal garbage pick-up is by National Serv-All of Fort Wayne. Century Link provides phone service. Cable television is offered

by CenturyLink, Frontier, Mediacom and HughesNet.

Clear Lake

Co. Frontier is the phone provider.

Mediacom, Verizon, Frontier and HughesNet offer cable television service.

U.S. POST OFFICE: Service is provided through the Fremont Post Office at 6030 N. Coffin St.

Fremont Fremont was originally founded as Brockville, a name that is still reflected in many different community facilities.

The community was platted Jan. 20, 1837. Prior to it being platted as Brockville, the village was known as Willow Prairie. The town’s name was later changed to Fremont because there was a Brockville in Franklin and the similarity in names created much confusion for postal workers. Fremont reflects the nation’s heritage as it was named for early American explorer John C. Fremont.

Fremont has always been a place for commerce. Fremont also has been a leader in industrial recruitment and development. Recently Fremont had industrial sites certified as shovel-ready.

The town has always enjoyed a strong trade from the lakes community and is centrally located to some of the more populous lakes including Clear, George and Snow.

Population: 2,138.

Education: Students from kindergarten through 12th grade attend Fremont Community Schools.

Utilities: Fremont has its own water system. Fremont’s Water Pollution Control Facility provides sewer service.

Electric and gas service is provided by Northern Indiana Public Service Co. and Steuben County Rural Electric Membership Corp. offers service to some Fremont area customers. Frontier is the phone provider. Mediacom, Verizon and Frontier offer cable television service.

U.S. Post office: 6030 N. Coffin St.

668-1000, ext. 5000, for non-emergency.

Fire: Salem Center Volunteer Fire Department, call 911 in emergencies.

Utilities: Electricity is supplied by Steuben County Rural Electric Membership Corp. Phone service is provided by Frontier.

Hamilton The community of Hamilton has a business district and industrial base.

But what lies at its heart is what drew the first residents in 1834: Hamilton Lake.

Population: 1,532.

Education: Students from kindergarten through 12th grade attend Hamilton Community Schools. Preschoolers can attend Hamilton Head Start, 900 S. Wayne St. Hamilton Lake and nearby Ball Lake provide boating and fishing opportunities.

Utilities: Hamilton has its own water plant, which also serves the lake area. Sewer service is provided by the Hamilton Lake Conservancy District.

Electric service is provided through American Electric Power. Frontier is the phone provider. Northern Indiana Public Service Co. offers natural gas. Mediacom, HughesNet, Verizon and Frontier offer cable television service.

U.S. post office: 399 E. Bellefontaine Road.

Helmer Helmer is a long-standing community in the northwest corner of Steuben County.

Helmer was established in 1892

by Cyrus J. Helmer, the same year an extension of the Wabash Railroad was built. A depot was also built and was still in operation as late as the 1950s.

Population: 150.

Utilities: Gas and electric service is by Northern Indiana Public Service Co. Sewer service is provided by the Helmer Regional Sewer District. Phone is 351-4434.

Helmer is served by Century Link Telephone. Its phone numbers start with 351 and are long distance from most areas in Steuben County.

Postal service is through the town of Hudson.

Clear Lake has long been known for its crystal-clean lake and efforts to preserve it. The lake has had an active association for over 80 years.

Clear Lake has been a popular vacation spot since the mid-1800s and most of the businesses at Clear Lake deal directly Flint with the lake trade and basic necessities. The largest employer is Clear Lake In the late 1800s, Flint was a thriving Marine. village. There were several shops there The town was incorporated in 1932. and a busy grist mill.

Population: 339.

The community experienced a building Education: Students from kinderboom in 1909 when several ornate homes garten through 12th grade attend Fremont were constructed.

Community Schools.

Today, Flint is a quiet little town. The Hudson Fire department: Service is through sewer plant that serves the Steuben Lakes The town of Hudson is a sister to its the Fremont Fire Department. Call 911 in Regional Waste District is near the Flint eastern neighbor Ashley. An attempt was emergencies or 495-3805 for non-emercommunity. made to merge the two in 1985, but voters gencies.

Population: About 50. in both communities turned it down.

Utilities: Clear Lake has a sewer Education: Students attend Prairie Hudson has a growing industrial system that uses the Fremont Water Heights Community Schools. base. Some infrastructure development Pollution Control Facility for treatment.

Police: Steuben County Sheriff’s Electric: and gas service is provided Department, call 911 in emergency or See STEUBEN COMMUNITIES page 38 through Northern Indiana Public Service “Say you saw it in Steuben Real Estate Guide” • March 2017 • Page 37

STEUBEN COMMUNITIES

Residents provide their own water and sewer.

From page 37

Orland

is underway, including plans for a new fire department. The town hall at 115 Parsonage St. includes a community center.

The town is split by two townships, Steuben and Salem. The township line runs with Main Street. Because of that division, the town’s young people attend two different school districts.

History: Hudson was platted in 1869 and originally dubbed North Benton. In 1892, it was incorporated under its current name.

Population: 518.

Education: Children living in Steuben Township attend the Metropolitan School District of Steuben County and in Salem Township, they attend Prairie Heights Community Schools.

Post office: The post office, opened in 1868, is located at 318 N. Main St.

Metz Nestled at the intersection of Metz Road and C.R. 800E, the village of Metz sprawls across the Richland and York township lines.

The community has the distinction of being one of the earliest settled in the county.

Population: About 100.

Education: Students north of Metz Road attend the Metropolitan School District of Steuben County while students south of Metz Road attend Hamilton Community Schools.

Post office: Metz is served by the Angola post office and has a zip code of 46703.

Nevada Mills It is pronounced “Ne-vay-da” Mills by local residents. It is believed the name comes from a Nevada prospector who relocated here and from the woolen and saw mills the town had from its 1835 founding.

The last mill closed in 1934, but Nevada Mills remains a berg on Jimmerson Lake’s western shore. There is a church, a landscaping firm and the aptly-named convenience store, The Dam Store.

Population: About 50.

Education: Students attend either Fremont Community Schools or Prairie Heights Community Schools.

Utilities: Nevada Mills residents are provided electricity by the Steuben County Rural Electric Membership Corp.

Telephone service is provided by Frontier.

In the spring of 1834, a young man named John Stocker from Windham County, Vermont, pushed his way across northern Steuben County, looking for a place to settle. Drawn by the fertile land, he settled in the northwest corner of Steuben County, establishing Vermont Settlement, the county’s oldest community.

The name was changed in 1836 when a post office was established for Millgrove Township, which includes Vermont Settlement. It was discovered there was already another Millgrove in Indiana so the name Orland was chosen at random from a hymn book. A July festival celebrates the community’s origins.

Population: 434.

Education: Students attend Prairie Heights Community Schools.

Utilities: The town has its own water service, overseen by water and street superintendent Chip Wagner. Electric service is available through Northern Indiana Public Service Co., which also provides natural gas. and telephone service by Frontier. Cable providers are Verizon, Frontier and CenturyLink. Post office: 9462 W. S.R. 120.

Pleasant Lake Native Americans called it Nipcondish: pleasant waters. When white people arrived, they followed suit and named the small village founded in 1835 Pleasant Lake.

Population: About 600.

Education: Grades kindergarten through fifth attend Pleasant Lake Elementary School while older students attend Angola Middle and Angola High schools.

Utilities: Electric service by either Northern Indiana Public Service Co. or Steuben County Rural Electric Membership Corp., depending on locale. Natural gas service is provided by NIPSCO, and telephone service by Frontier. Cable television is available through Mediacom.

Residents provide their own water and sewer.

U.S. Post office: 965 W. Main St.

Ray Unlike the quiet berg that exists today on the Indiana-Michigan state line, Ray at one time was a thriving business center.

The community was the home of what eventually became the First National Bank of Fremont.

The town was first settled by Alexander McNaughton, who platted the village in 1836.

Population: About 100.

Education: Indiana students from kindergarten through 12th grade attend Fremont Community Schools; Michigan students attend Quincy Community Schools in Quincy, Mich.

Police: In Michigan, call Branch County Sheriff’s Department (517) 278-2325. In Indiana, call the Steuben County Sheriff’s Department, 668-100, ext. 5000.

Utilities: Residents provide their own water and sewer service. Electric service is provided by Northern Indiana Public Service Co. on the Indiana side and Consumers Powers on the Michigan side.

Frontier is the telephone provider.

Salem Center Salem Center has a history dating to 1837. And recently the community opened its own community center, which also houses the unincorporated town’s fire department.

The first store there dated to 1843. At one time there was a blacksmith shop, grocery store, gas station, barber shop and drug store.

Population: About 30.

Education: Prairie Heights Community Schools.

Utilities: Northern Indiana Public Service Co. provides electricity and natural gas. Telephone service is by Frontier. Residents provide their own water and sewer service.

Stroh Stroh straddles the Steuben-LaGrange county line near Big Turkey Lake. Elmira is a neighboring community.

The town is named after Emanuel Stroh, who started a cement manufacturing business near Big Turkey Lake in the late 1800s. The community was established about 1900.

Population: About 350.

Education: Prairie Heights Community Schools.

Police. In LaGrange County, call 463-7491.

Utilities: Gas service is by Northern Indiana Fuel and Light, and electricity

by LaGrange County Rural Electric Membership Corp. A municipal sewer is provided by the LaGrange County Sewer District. Telephone service is by Century Link. Cable is by New Path Communications.

U.S. Post office: 4120 S. C.R. 1175E.

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