Property Address: 103 South St. Howe, IN 46746
County & Township: LaGrange County | Lima Township
Legal Description: WILLIAMS BLOCK 1
Sellers: Leon & Kathleen Baker
Bidding Ends: September 2, 2026
Closing On or Before: October 9, 2026
Closing Company:



1. BIDDING METHOD
This property is offered via Online Only bidding. The Sellers reserve the right to accept, reject, or negotiate any bid.
2. SOFT-CLOSE EXTENDED BIDDING
This auction features a Soft-Close. If a bid is placed within the final three (3) minutes of the scheduled closing time, the bidding period will automatically extend an additional three (3) minutes. This process will continue until no bids are received during an extension period. The Auction Company�s determination of the winning bid shall be final.
3. PROPERTY OFFERING
�The property will be conveyed pursuant to the existing legal descriptions as contained in the current deed and public record, and no survey shall be provided by Seller. Buyer acknowledges that any survey desired shall be at Buyer�s sole expense.�
4. BUYER�S PREMIUM
A Buyer�s Premium of Eleven Percent (11%) will be added to the final accepted bid to determine the Contract Purchase Price.
5. CONTRACT EXECUTION
The successful bidder shall execute the Real Estate Purchase Agreement immediately upon acceptance and deliver a non-refundable down payment deposit of $20,000 within twenty-four (24) hours of Seller acceptance.
6. DOWN PAYMENT
The down payment deposit shall be held by Metropolitan Title Company and applied toward the purchase price at closing. If Buyer defaults, earnest money shall be retained by Seller as liquidated damages.
7. CLOSING
Closing shall occur on or before October 9, 2026. Seller shall convey marketable title by General Warranty Deed unless otherwise agreed in writing. Taxes shall be prorated to date of closing pursuant to Indiana Code 6-1.1.
8. BROKER TRANSACTION FEE
In addition to the Buyer�s Premium, a $300 Broker Transaction Fee shall be paid by Buyer at closing and a $300 Broker Transaction Fee shall be paid by Seller at closing. This fee is separate from and in addition to any commissions or Buyer�s Premium and shall be reflected on the Closing Disclosure.
9. PROPERTY CONDITION
The property is sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH ALL FAULTS. No warranties or representations are made by Seller or Real Estate / Auction Company.
10. INSPECTIONS
Buyers are encouraged to conduct any desired inspections prior to bidding. By bidding, Buyer acknowledges adequate opportunity to inspect.
11. AGENCY DISCLOSURE
United Country Coffey Realty & Auction & United Country � Anchor Realty represent the Seller in this transaction pursuant to Indiana Code 25-34.1.
12. DEFAULT
If Buyer fails to close, earnest money shall be forfeited and Seller may pursue all legal remedies available under Indiana law.
13. LEGAL DISCLAIMER
All information provided is believed accurate but is not guaranteed. Announcements made prior to the bidding closing take precedence over printed materials.

Historic Samuel P. Williams House selling at online auction! Built between 1838 and 1843 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this remarkable Western Reserve-style home offers approximately 3,850 SF on 2.3 private acres in Howe, Indiana. Historic features include an original mahogany staircase, multiple fireplaces, built-in glass bookcases, an 1800s chandelier and hand-hewn timber construction. The grounds feature 120+ mature trees, gardens, a restored historic-style grape arbor and an original 1840s carriage house with electricity. Extensive updates include rewiring, replumbing and 28 custom triple-pane storm windows. A rare opportunity to become the next steward of an extraordinary piece of Indiana history. Online bidding ends September 2 at 2 PM ET. Open houses August 4 at 5 PM and August 22 at 1 PM. Conveniently located less than an hour from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, the property also offers easy access to one of the Midwest's most renowned universities, cultural attractions and sporting events while maintaining the peace and charm of small-town living.