Under contract
$239,999
17 mi straight lineto Chain O'Lakes State Park (Indiana) ski trails
0 Old Hwy 30Pierceton, IN 46562
Land and lots · MLS 11931244
Listing courtesy of Basecamp Country Real Estate · MyStateMLS
For sale
$249,900
7.79 acres
12000 Block Of S Coldwater RdFort Wayne, IN 46845
Land and lots · MLS 12017476 · Listed 23 days ago (Oct 7, 2026)
16 mi straight line to Chain O'Lakes State Park (Indiana) ski trails (public cross-country trails) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this land
7.79+/- Acres on Bustling Coldwater Rd - Zoned AR (Low-Intensity Residential) Rare opportunity to acquire approximately 7.79+/- acres consisting of two tax parcels in a highly visible and increasingly developed area along bustling Coldwater Rd. The property offers excellent Rd frontage and exposure, with newer homes surrounding the site and local shopping, restaurants, and other amenities conveniently located nearby. The property includes a non-conforming 40' x 64' x 12' pole barn, providing storage or other permitted uses. An open drainage ditch runs through the property, and electrical power lines cross the site. Located in Northwest Allen County Schools and near Parkview Hospital, this property offers convenient access to major amenities and established residential development. Its size, visibility, surrounding growth, and two-parcel configuration make it an interesting opportunity for a variety of potential uses. Subject to applicable zoning, development regulations, easements, and approvals. HIGHLIGHTS: 1. TWO SEPARATE TAX PARCELS LOCATED WITHIN FORT WAYNE CITY LIMIT 2. SCHOOL DISTRICT = NORTHWEST ALLEN COUNTY SCHOOLS 3. ANNUAL TAXES (INCLUDING DITCH ASSESSMENT) = $1,588.68 4. LOCATED ON HIGH-TRAFFIC ROAD 5. CITY WATER AND CITY SEWER IS AVAILABLE
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chain O'Lakes State Park (Indiana) ski trailsIN · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 16 mi | Chain O' Lakes Nature CenterVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Pokagon State Park cross-country ski trailsIN · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 35 mi | Nature Center, Pokagon State ParkVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Steven Coil of Schrader Real Estate and Auction Company, Inc..
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $249,900
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 7.79 acres
- County
- Allen County
- MLS number
- 12017476
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Fort Wayne.
Price and status history
- Oct 29, 2026: Started qualifying as near skiing on Where2Ski
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
$49,980
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Estimated monthly payment
$1,543 per month
Principal and interest$1,264
Property tax$208
Homeowners insurance$71
Loan amount$199,920
Total interest over the term$254,987
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Land and lots · MLS 11634469
Listing courtesy of Allegan Real Estate Agency · MyStateMLS
Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of Schrader Real Estate and Auction Company, Inc.. Listing agent: Steven Coil. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Oct 8, 2026, 11:14 AM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.