An $840K home topped August's most expensive sales in Vanderburgh County

Vanderburgh County's most expensive home sales in August 2023 included properties in the McCutchanville area and near Downtown.

In all, 358 homes were sold in August, an increase from the previous month's 342. The biggest sale came in at $845,000, a small drop from July's top seller, which brought in $850,000.

More: Most recent median home sales in Vanderburgh County down at $189,950

Here's a look at five of the most expensive home sales that month, according to the Vanderburgh County Assessor's Office.

11510 Tahoe Drive − $845,000

Located west of Darmstadt, this four-bedroom, three-in-a-half bath sits on nearly three acres of land and offers a little bit of everything.

The custom home opens to the great room with 18-foot ceilings and a fireplace that leads to the spacious kitchen with an island, breakfast nook/serving bar, custom cabinetry, and countertops that lead to the Trex screened-in porch overlooking the backyard. This level also features the master suite with an ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet.

The upper level features two bedrooms, a full bath and a large bonus room. The walkout basement features heated flooring, a bedroom, a full kitchen and bathroom, and a recreation area. The backyard features a covered porch, saltwater pool with an automatic cover, jacuzzi, and a detached garage.

17 Johnson Place − $725,000

Located near the University of Evansville, this home brings the history of Johnson Place to near the city center.

The classic home opens to a spacious living room, and den with a fireplace off the foyer, sunroom, and dining room. The kitchen features a gas range and oven, a sub zero refrigerator, updated appliances, and a wet/coffee bar. The second level features the master suite with two separate closets, a walk-in shower, three more bedrooms, and a full bath. A set of stairs leads up to an attic, two finished rooms and access to the kitchen.

The basement has a full bath, a large family room, an additional room, a large unfinished area, and a wine cellar. Outside, there's a three-car garage with space for hobbies and a large backyard with more than an acre of land.

4401 Crimson Court − $675,000

Located off of Green River Road, this North Side home has space and privacy with almost an acre of treeline.

The five-bedroom, five-bathroom ranch has an open floor plan starting with the great room with large windows and a fireplace that leads to the chef's eat-in kitchen that features two ovens, a gas range, a breakfast bar, a center island, and a walk-in pantry. This level also houses the formal dining room, and laundry room with lots of hanging space, countertop workspace, and a sink. The main suite features a luxury bathroom with a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower, separate vanities, and a whirlpool tub. Three more bedrooms with walk-in closets and a full bath are on this level and one bedroom.

The finished basement features an abundant space for activities, a fifth bedroom, and a full bathroom. The outside features an inground pool with a diving board and fountain, a covered patio/deck with a bathroom, a yard barn, a basketball court and a three-car garage.

2401 E. Chandler Ave. − $555,000

Located in the middle of town, this home offers a rare findy.

The six-bedroom opens to the large living room with ample window space for natural lighting, a fireplace, and a large family dining room with a chandelier and built-ins. The chef's kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a breakfast nook, a center island, and ample cabinet space. The owner's suite features a walk-in closet, double vanity, and a walk-in shower. The upstairs area features more bedrooms with two full bathrooms. The attic offers an extra room that could be used as an office or playroom.

The partially finished basement features ample space, a bathroom, and a fireplace. The small laundry area leads to the finished fenced-in backyard and basketball hoop in the driveway.

4538 Rimridge Drive − $485,000

This more-than-3,000-square-foot home is located near Pigeon Creek and embodies a quintessential and classic style.

The five-bedroom home opens to the formal dining room, expansive great room with a gas log fireplace, breakfast room, and a chef's kitchen with new appliances and a walk-in pantry. Two main bedrooms on this level including the primary bedroom with two walk-in closets and an ensuite with dual vanity, garden tub and separate shower, and a full bath in the other bedroom. Down the hallway features the laundry room with cabinets and a sink, an office, and another full bath.

Upstairs features two more bedrooms, a full shared bathroom, and a walk-in attic space. Outside features a private oasis with lake views beyond the trees and a two-car garage.

This article originally appeared on Evansville Courier & Press: How much are homes selling for in Evansville, Indiana?