NOT LISTED FOR SALE

6737 Forest Ave Gary, IN 46403

Miller Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $298,485 - $358,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,800 Sq Ft
$118/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 14, 2019

Last sale price $173,500 $62 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,175/month

141 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • 3-minute walk to Marquette Disc Golf Course

About This Home

As of March 2019

A spacious Miller Beach Cape Cod Home featuring 2 kitchens, 2 main floor bedrooms, a four season solarium, 2 car detached garage, recently installed hot water heater and forced-air furnace, 2 coat closets, a cedar closet, a large finished basement perfectly appointed for entertaining, and undeniable charm. A short walk to Lake Michigan's sandy beaches, this home is perfect for a year-around home or vacation living.

Last Listed By

William Godwin

Godwin Realty Company License #RB15001235 Listed on: 10/02/2018

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,418

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 7,797 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x130

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Attic Stairs
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Grand Blvd Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450532305005000004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,418

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1603
  • Subdivision Name: Grand Blvd Sub
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1680
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Refrigerator, Microwave, Freezer, Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Stairway, Primary Downstairs, Cedar Closet(s)
  • Basement: Interior Entry
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1120
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.179
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60X130
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7797
  • Parcel #: 450532305005000004

Tax Info

  • Year: 2017
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1418

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2018
Closed on
Mar 14, 2019
Sold by
Grimes Dara M
Bought by
Lyles Darnall
Seller's Agent
William Godwin
Godwin Realty Company
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Agent
Non-Member MLS Office
List Price
$173,500
Sold Price
$173,500
Total Days on Market
141
Current Estimated Value
$329,621

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$156,121
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.79%

Range of Values:

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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
Lyles Darnall -- Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lyles Darnail $142,500
Previous Owner Grimes Dara M $28,000
Previous Owner Grimes Dara M $146,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/14/2019 03/14/19 Sold $173,500 0.0% $62 / Sq Ft
02/20/2019 02/20/19 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2018 10/02/18 For Sale $173,500 -- $62 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $15,253 $212,800 $34,700 $178,100
2023 $4,385 $173,000 $33,800 $139,200
2022 $3,925 $153,200 $18,300 $134,900
2021 $3,643 $142,200 $18,300 $123,900
2020 $3,559 $138,900 $18,300 $120,600
2019 $1,406 $134,600 $17,400 $117,200
2018 $1,406 $128,400 $17,400 $111,000
2017 $1,418 $127,600 $17,100 $110,500
2016 $1,458 $132,700 $17,100 $115,600
2014 $1,469 $129,300 $17,400 $111,900
2013 $1,393 $126,900 $17,400 $109,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • William Godwin

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    William Godwin

    Godwin Realty Company

    (219) 916-5507

    31 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    William Godwin
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Non-Member Agent

    Non-Member MLS Office

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 443853

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-05-32-305-005.000-004

Indiana Lake County Gary 46403 Miller

6737 Forest Ave, Gary, IN

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This home is located at 6737 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403 since 02 October 2018 and is currently estimated at $329,621, approximately $117 per square foot. This property was built in 1952. 6737 Forest Ave is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Banneker Elementary at Marquette, Gary Middle School, and West Side Leadership Academy.

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