5480 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
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OFF MARKET

5480 E James Rd
Bloomington, IN 47408

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 6,336 sqft (on 5.06 acres)

$926,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,390/mo*
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$926,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,390/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
4 Baths
6,336 sqft
(on 5.06 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$927K
Since last month
Increased$6K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$13K (+1.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$402K (+75.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +36% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$932K
July 2026$927K
June 2026$933K
May 2026$918K
April 2026$909K
March 2026$911K
February 2026$896K
January 2026$873K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5455 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
05/15/26
4
2.5
4,309
6015 E State Road 46, Bloomington, IN
0.43
Single-Family Home
$515,000
03/30/26
3
3.5
3,600
6573 E Kerr Creek Rd, Bloomington, IN
0.53
Single-Family Home
$890,000
04/30/26
3
3.5
6,760
5771 E Kings Rd, Bloomington, IN
0.57
Single-Family Home
$610,000
05/29/26
4
3
2,659
7505 E Kerr Creek Rd, Bloomington, IN
0.98
Single-Family Home
$513,000
07/24/26
4
3.5
2,934
5611 E Nathan Way, Bloomington, IN
0.76
Single-Family Home
$675,500
06/04/26
3
3.5
3,608
5005 E State Road 46, Bloomington, IN
1.30
Single-Family Home
$325,000
03/31/26
3
2
2,448
5889 E State Road 46, Bloomington, IN
0.57
Single-Family Home
$285,000
07/10/26
2
1.5
1,390
4977 E State Road 46, Bloomington, IN
1.40
Single-Family Home
$510,000
12/10/25
4
3
3,460
4920 E Ridgewood Dr, Bloomington, IN
1.33
Single-Family Home
$450,000
03/27/26
2
3
2,028

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
5476 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
0.07
$864,500
4
3
3,480
Off Market
5460 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
0.13
$486,100
4
2.5
3,000
Off Market
5475 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
0.14
$476,400
3
2
1,680
Off Market
5455 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
0.25
$1,150,000
4
2.5
4,309
Recently Sold
5451 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
0.29
$793,900
3
3.5
3,512
Off Market
5430 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
0.40
$989,000
4
4.5
6,669
For Sale
6015 E State Road 46, Bloomington, IN 47401
0.43
$515,000
3
3.5
3,600
Recently Sold
6115 E State Road 46, Bloomington, IN 47401
0.44
$530,200
5
3
3,696
Off Market
5931 E State Road 46, Bloomington, IN 47401
0.54
$245,400
2
2
1,617
Off Market
6573 E Kerr Creek Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
0.53
$890,000
3
3.5
6,760
Recently Sold
5889 E State Road 46, Bloomington, IN 47401
0.57
$285,000
2
1.5
1,390
Recently Sold
5771 E Kings Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
0.57
$610,000
4
3
2,659
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5480 E James Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1978
Lot Size
5.06 acres
Living Area
6,336 sqft
Price/Sqft
$146
Parking
Garage

About this House

This stunning cedar mid-century contemporary is positioned perfectly on a five acre wooded site on Bloomington's east side. This custom home has a split bedroom configuration with a master suite wing, a beautiful living room and dining room combination with access to the screened deck system, a family room with stone fireplace adjacent to the large gathering kitchen with walk-in pantry and a sun room with views of the mature trees and waterfall. The secondary bedrooms are generously scaled and share two full baths and a dedicated laundry room. The clever design of this home has extra walk-in storage and wisely accommodates for the most ambitious needs. The custom nature of this home is evident with the private upper level study with attractive views and an additional access to immense attic storage. Other custom touches are the three car garage with access for basement storage, a lower level workshop with dog washing facility, cedar closets, Pella windows, built-in bookcases, spa room with sauna and hot tub, and a tasteful swimming pool with gorgeous natural surroundings. The lower level with walk-out to the pool is perfect for entertaining with a wet bar, stone fireplace, recreation room, media space, walk-in storage and spa area. This home provides a wonderful lifestyle near Indiana University access, College Mall and conveniences in a park like setting in Kingston Estates.
5480 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 6,336 sqft single-family home built in 1978. It last sold for $530,000 on Jan 16, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $926,700, with a rent estimate of $5,887/month.

Home Details for 5480 E James Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1978
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5.06 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 16, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$530,000
Sep 26, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$575,000
Price decreased by 4%
Aug 21, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$599,900
Price decreased by 4%
Jul 13, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$625,000
Price decreased by 2%
May 7, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$639,000
Price decreased by 7%

Market trends in Bloomington

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$322K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$188
$5MoM
Available listings
699
53MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Bloomington

At least 552 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say there's wildlife

  • 67 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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  • Fisherbetty
    "Wonderful neighbors! Friendly and helpful! Lived here 9 years. No plans to move. Great neighborhood to take walks. "
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  • Hankgiles814
    "There are a lot of college kids that live here, myself included. It’s a great investment area, rents are jacked up and high demand but it’s a terrible place to raise kids and a family"
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  • Justinblessed1992
    "My neighborhood folks are outside chatting, walking dogs, evening walks etc… This makes me think of friendly place. "
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  • Lacy Pitman
    "Wonderful place to raise a family What school systems low city noise Surrounded by nature and a few parks"
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  • Jd2hbv49cm
    "There’s only 4 units so it’s quite and very ducked off. Nobody bothers anybody & I’ve lived at my current place for 5 yrs "
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  • Rusty L. Thom
    "It’s very walkable. Pets are leashed and kept under control. There are many beautiful walking trails. "
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  • Katykate2000
    "I’m retired, I travel a lot to nearby towns and I attend church out of town. A car is imperative. My family lives 30 minutes away there is no bus line that would be helpful to me."
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  • Lauren Myers
    "Many students who live in our neighborhood have dogs or cats. Many pets in our neighborhood are well taken care of and are friendly with neighbors."
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  • Trulia User
    "I don’t have anything to offer here. There has been some Gun violence and a drug related murder a year ago. Hopefully that has all been resolved. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Week night dinner with neighbors of the block, events, ball games with kids. Vacation with and friends!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "lots of friendly faces. nice sidewalks without alot of cracks, yards are nicely kept. you can eat at one of the restaurants outdoors with your pet."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love how calm and friendly the people are! The they are so loving! The neighood looks beautiful! no crazy driver! Nice neighbors everywhere "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighbors help each other . We have block parties and look at for kids playing. One block from city park, tennis,pool,etc "
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  • Trulia User
    "I like the commute to work it is very short and not far from my kids schools. It is very nice and my kids enjoy it. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A lot of doggie bags and waste can stations. Some green space but not a ton. Depending on your unit you have to walk far to find adequate grassy areas."
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  • Fxbanker
    "Safe neighborhood. Suburban lifestyle and everyone is friendly. Only downside, no major malls close by."
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  • Julie G.
    "lots of walking paths both paved and wooded. most of the apartments have dog parks. lots of bag stations. very dog friendly place."
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  • Alyssa G.
    "All the beer bars are dog friendly. there are two well maintained dog parks in town. No "aggressive breed" restrictions."
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  • Shaylee S.
    "I love being a dog owner in my neighborhood mainly because my dogs plays with all the neighbor dogs. They are buddies now to the point I even dog watch and have doggie dates to get energy out! No complaints in my neighborhood about dogs because they are all either friendly but stay to themselves or they are actually involved in our daily lives where they are our pups friend. Love it a lot."
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  • Cmossbrucker
    "Country setting quiet private neighborhood. Feel very safe and know my neighbors. Great place to raise kids"
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  • Daisha W.
    "Fireworks for several hours every night starting in about May and ending a couple weeks after the 4th of July, with random nights of hours-long fireworks here and there. "
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  • Carol W. W.
    "There is public transportation, but many people bike around town. The B-Line Trail is just a few blocks from my home and it’s an easy way to get downtown."
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  • Morgan E. C.
    "As long as you’re living on the part that’s no where near Acadia courts then you’re good. People also run the stop sign on the Allendale Winslow entrance so you have to be super careful there, and people drive pretty fast on Allendale . If you have kids make sure you have a fence and not close to the main road "
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  • Eileen D.
    "I love the social and cultural amenities available here in Bloomington. The arts and music scene are great and having the university here is nice"
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  • Sandy P.
    "We do sleep over party nights every month twice or we will get together have dinner. Every year for Halloween is at the College Mall. "
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  • Elbaad
    "There is a lot families lives in our area the crime rate and slim and it safe to rise children here "
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  • Kristen.m.phillips75
    "This is a great neighborhood with lots of families and retirees!! Very friendly neighbors! Great for walking, can play tennis and enjoy the pool and clubhouse."
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  • Bucd1
    "Not sure, there are many events for the community but we don’t attend. There is a community pool, garage sales, and other events at the club house."
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  • Shannon H.
    "There are a lot of car break ins on the south side of town. A lot of drugs and people going in public fried"
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  • Larkarama7
    "Bloomington is a good place, it has rough spots, with needles & drugs and whatnot, but there are also safe and family friendly places. There are great play grounds and trails for families. "
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  • James D.
    "there is always something to do and the local food makes it worth your time to visit. so much variety here. "
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  • Missharmon1980
    "Keep eye at all times on your children. Because of university most horrific crimes are not made public."
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  • Orion L.
    "Bloomington is eclectic and very diverse. A wide variety of people live in this town. It’s a great place to grow up. "
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  • Promise R.
    "Quiet and great neighborhood. Mainly consisting of older families and a few new families. Overall great place to live."
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  • Brooke.foertsch
    "We have walking groups, donut days, and monthly newsletters as ways to connect with neighbors. We also have a community yard sale day and the HOA provides a dumpster at that time to promote spring cleaning and again in the fall too! "
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  • Dhoke
    "Neighborhood street reps, regular meetings, Facebook group, email list, annual picnic and other gatherings throughout the year"
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  • Agtnew777
    "Terrible. The roads are horrible. Everyone is in a hurry. Tailgating and road rage is bad. Bad chuckholes every street."
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  • Agtnew777
    "Horrible. The roads are terrible. Poorly taken care of. They are never patched. The roads are crowded and outdated."
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  • Rose B.
    "Quick access to I-69 into and out of Bloomington. Public transportation is reliable but only in the downtown areas"
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  • Evakatrien
    "You can get almost anywhere within 10 minutes, so there’s a high convenience factor! Good public transportation and plenty of bike lanes and multiuse trails. "
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Frequently asked questions about 5480 E James Rd

  • What is 5480 E James Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5480 E James Rd in Bloomington, IN is $926,700.
  • What is the price history for 5480 E James Rd?
    5480 E James Rd in Bloomington, IN last sold for $530,000 in January 2019.
  • Is Bloomington a buyer's or seller's market?
    Bloomington is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Bloomington?
    The median sale price in Bloomington is $322K. That is up $3.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 5480 E James Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5480 E James Rd in Bloomington, IN has air conditioning.
  • Does 5480 E James Rd have a pool?
    Yes, 5480 E James Rd in Bloomington, IN has a pool.

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