NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5937 Forest Ave Gary, IN 46403

Miller Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $226,000 - $252,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,662 Sq Ft
$146/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 31, 2025

Last sale price $230,000 $138 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,440/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Lake
  • No HOA
  • Front Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of January 2025

Can you find a nicely renovated all brick ranch style home across the street from the Marquette Park, Lagoon and steps from Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan Beach? Yes, is the answer. Three bedrooms, beautiful oak floors, renovated kitchen and bath, heated garage and basement family room. All for just $225,000.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gene Ayers

Ayers REALTORS(r) License #RB14003990 Listed on: 12/12/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Brent Sherman

McColly Real Estate License #RB24000630

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,105

Year Built

  • Built in 1959 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 9,888 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x175
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Sloped Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450531405004000004

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Johnson Kennedy Estates Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,105

Year Built

Built in 1959 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Basement
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sloped
  • ResoPoolFeatures: None
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Reso View: Neighborhood
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA203
  • Subdivision Name: Johnson Kennedy Estates
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 831
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Financial Info Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • AuctionYN: No
  • AboveGradeUnfinishedArea: 0.00
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 831
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link
  • Acres: 0.227
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Reso Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street, Heated Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Lake, Restaurant, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60x175
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9888
  • Parcel #: 450531405004000004
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2105

Matterport 3D Tour

Floorplans

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2026
Sold by
Williams Bruce A and Williams Tonya L
Bought by
Bruce A Williams And Tonya L Williams Revocab and Williams
Current Estimated Value
$243,381

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 12, 2024
Closed on
Jan 31, 2025
Sold by
Reyna Roberto R
Bought by
Williams Bruce A
Seller's Agent
Gene Ayers
Ayers REALTORS(r)
Buyer's Agent
Brent Sherman
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
2.22%
Views
298

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.82%
Original Mortgage
$183,680
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 16, 2013
Sold by
Reyna Roberto R and Reyna Renita L
Bought by
Reyna Roberto R
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bruce A Williams And Tonya L Williams Revocab -- None Listed On Document
Williams Bruce A -- None Listed On Document
Williams Bruce A -- Meridian Title
Reyna Roberto R -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Williams Bruce A $183,680
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/31/2025 01/31/25 Sold $230,000 +2.2% $138 / Sq Ft
12/19/2024 12/19/24 Pending -- -- --
12/12/2024 12/12/24 For Sale $225,000 -- $135 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,105 $184,800 $61,300 $123,500
2024 $15,385 $172,600 $61,300 $111,300
2023 $2,045 $174,500 $68,700 $105,800
2022 $1,554 $130,500 $30,400 $100,100
2021 $1,554 $122,700 $30,400 $92,300
2020 $1,494 $122,700 $30,400 $92,300
2019 $1,319 $125,900 $30,400 $95,500
2018 $1,379 $125,900 $30,400 $95,500
2017 $1,351 $127,000 $30,400 $96,600
2016 $1,322 $124,800 $28,800 $96,000
2014 $1,420 $125,300 $30,300 $95,000
2013 $1,341 $122,400 $30,400 $92,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gene Ayers

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Gene Ayers

    Ayers REALTORS(r)

    (219) 902-9039

    107 in this area

    122 Total Sales

    Gene Ayers
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Brent Sherman

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 487-3331

    4 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Brent Sherman
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 813960

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-05-31-405-004.000-004

Indiana Lake County Gary 46403 Miller

5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN

Not Listed for Sale

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