NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8121 Hickory Ave Gary, IN 46403

Miller Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $274,000 - $328,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,288 Sq Ft
$132/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 05, 2018

Last sale price $179,000 $78 Per Sq Ft

Est. 69% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,913/month

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wet Bar
  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Cooling Available

About This Home

As of March 2018

Miller Beach's Hottest Property on the Market! A beautifully done rehab, with no corners cut, and high quality materials and appliances: This is a first class, contemporary, spacious, move-in ready Hoosier home. With an additional lower level bedroom that includes a large closet, and plenty of space to entertain on the main floor or lower level, this is a one of a kind home that you can be proud of. Only a short walk or bike ride to Lake Michigan's sandy beaches, you need to see this spectacular home. Miller Beach is a summer colony and year around community on the eastern edge of Gary, Indiana; offering excellent proximity to major interstates (65, 90/94) and the South Shore Commuter Rail Line (NICTD), which runs several times daily between Miller Beach and Downtown Chicago's Millennium Park Station.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

William Godwin

Godwin Realty Company License #RB15001235 Listed on: 11/04/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Shawn Spaw

Stray Dog Properties, LLC License #RB14035996

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,106

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 7,187 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x120
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Sloped Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Carport

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,288 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Lakewood Hills Add 03 Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450533303006000004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,106

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Paved Road, Sloped
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Security System
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR1603
  • Subdivision Name: Lakewood Hills Add 03
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Sty/Bungalow
  • GNR_Exterior: Vinyl
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 2
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Common Rec Room, Finished Laundry Rm, Main Floor Bathroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Wet Bar
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Acres: 0.165

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Carport

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Gary

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60X120
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7187
  • Parcel #: 450533303006000004

Tax Info

  • Year: 2016
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2106

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 4, 2017
Closed on
Mar 5, 2018
Sold by
Ma Rong
Bought by
Rosenthal Diane B
Seller's Agent
William Godwin
Godwin Realty Company
Buyer's Agent
Shawn Spaw
Stray Dog Properties, LLC
List Price
$179,000
Sold Price
$179,000
Current Estimated Value
$302,528

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$123,528
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.16%
Original Mortgage
$161,100
Outstanding Balance
$137,289
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$165,239

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2014
Closed on
Nov 25, 2014
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Ma Rong
Seller's Agent
Peter LaSalle
Listing Leaders
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Agent
Non-Member MLS Office
List Price
$24,500
Sold Price
$24,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
84.74%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2014
Sold by
Springfield Dennis R
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Source: Public Records

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
Rosenthal Diane B -- Fidelity National Title
Ma Rong $24,500 Servicelink
Federal National Mortgage Association $73,782 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rosenthal Diane B $161,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/05/2018 03/05/18 Sold $179,000 0.0% $78 / Sq Ft
02/02/2018 02/02/18 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2017 11/04/17 For Sale $179,000 +630.6% $78 / Sq Ft
12/08/2014 12/08/14 Sold $24,500 0.0% $21 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/07/2014 11/07/14 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2014 05/22/14 For Sale $24,500 -- $21 / 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 $19,626 $232,100 $81,200 $150,900
2023 $2,778 $222,600 $81,000 $141,600
2022 $2,259 $178,700 $41,600 $137,100
2021 $2,118 $168,400 $41,600 $126,800
2020 $2,093 $166,600 $41,600 $125,000
2019 $1,717 $165,700 $41,600 $124,100
2018 $1,026 $93,200 $16,600 $76,600
2017 $2,057 $92,400 $16,300 $76,100
2016 $2,106 $96,000 $16,300 $79,700
2014 $1,016 $92,200 $16,600 $75,600
2013 $945 $88,300 $16,600 $71,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • William Godwin

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    William Godwin

    Godwin Realty Company

    (219) 916-5507

    27 in this area

    72 Total Sales

    William Godwin
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  • Shawn Spaw

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Shawn Spaw

    Stray Dog Properties, LLC

    (219) 617-7802

    2 in this area

    332 Total Sales

    Shawn Spaw
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  • Peter LaSalle

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Peter LaSalle

    Listing Leaders

    (941) 350-0651

    1 in this area

    242 Total Sales

    Peter LaSalle
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Non-Member Agent

    Non-Member MLS Office

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR425063

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-05-33-303-006.000-004

Indiana Lake County Gary 46403 Miller

8121 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN

This home is located at 8121 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN 46403 since 04 November 2017 and is currently estimated at $302,528, approximately $132 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 8121 Hickory 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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