NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7920 Forest Ave Munster, IN 46321

Estimated Value: $395,729 - $501,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
3,241 Sq Ft
$133/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 28, 2020

Last sale price $330,000 $102 Per Sq Ft

Est. 30% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,342/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Munster High School Rated A+
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Sunnyside Park

About This Home

As of August 2020

Large updated brick cottage on sought after Forest Ave in Munster. Enter through the original arched doorway into the living room with hardwood floors and limestone fireplace. The adjacent dining room has hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling and flows into the large, updated kitchen with quartz counter tops. Sun room has slider for easy access to the beautiful backyard. Main floor also features a family room with cathedral ceiling, skylights and a wood burning stove. Master bedroom includes private shower and large closets. Convenient first-floor laundry room. The second floor offers three bedrooms, full bathroom and a loft/office. So much potential in the large, professionally waterproofed basement. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, I-80 expressway and award-winning Munster schools.

Last Listed By

Christopher Jones

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB18000982 Listed on: 07/17/2020

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,023

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75 x 150

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,241 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Munster High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Broadmoor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450613351019000027

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,023

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2041
  • Subdivision Name: Broadmoor
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3241
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Primary Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Whirlpool Tub
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Sump Pump
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Other
  • Acres: 0.2583
  • Construction Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75 X 150
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11250
  • Parcel #: 450613351019000027

Tax Info

  • Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3023

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Munster High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2020
Closed on
Aug 24, 2020
Sold by
Lydecker Michael and Lydecker Kristen
Bought by
Lazerus Mark R and Lazerus Christin M
Seller's Agent
Christopher Jones
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Jones
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
List Price
$330,000
Sold Price
$330,000
Total Days on Market
41
Current Estimated Value
$430,432

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$100,432
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.78%
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Outstanding Balance
$228,850
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$201,582

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 2, 2018
Closed on
Jun 15, 2018
Sold by
Novotney Alvina
Bought by
Lydecker Kristen and Lydecker Michael
Seller's Agent
Sarah Portone
Better Homes and Gardens Real
List Price
$265,000
Sold Price
$265,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.44%
Original Mortgage
$212,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lazerus Mark R -- Chicago Title Company Llc
Lydecker Kristen -- Meridian Title Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lazerus Mark R $255,000
Previous Owner Lydecker Kristen $212,000
Previous Owner Novotney Alvina $20,000
Previous Owner Novotney Alvina $25,000
Previous Owner Novotney Robert M $85,500
Previous Owner Novotney Robert $5,001
Previous Owner Novotney Robert M $88,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2020 08/28/20 Sold $330,000 0.0% $102 / Sq Ft
08/27/2020 08/27/20 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2020 07/17/20 For Sale $330,000 +24.5% $102 / Sq Ft
06/15/2018 06/15/18 Sold $265,000 0.0% $82 / Sq Ft
05/24/2018 05/24/18 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2018 04/02/18 For Sale $265,000 -- $82 / 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 $11,330 $365,500 $45,700 $319,800
2023 $4,577 $370,600 $46,500 $324,100
2022 $4,577 $343,100 $46,500 $296,600
2021 $4,411 $329,900 $42,500 $287,400
2020 $3,959 $296,700 $42,500 $254,200
2019 $3,023 $233,900 $42,500 $191,400
2018 $2,857 $190,300 $42,500 $147,800
2017 $2,837 $188,600 $42,500 $146,100
2016 $2,746 $189,500 $42,500 $147,000
2014 $2,436 $172,100 $42,500 $129,600
2013 $2,819 $196,600 $42,500 $154,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 477961

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-06-13-351-019.000-027