$355,500
SOLD SEP 2, 2025

8138 Kooy Dr Munster, IN 46321

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,360 Sq Ft
8,760 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$151 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Neighborhood Views
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Munster High School Rated A+
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of September 2025

This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in the heart of Munster offers comfort, style, and a location that's hard to beat. Step inside to discover new flooring throughout, an updated kitchen with modern finishes, and renovated bathrooms that bring both function and flair. The cozy living room invites you to unwind around the electric fireplace with blower, while the finished basement provides the perfect setup for entertaining or working out--with a dedicated fitness space and large rec area. Storage is abundant with plenty of closets throughout the home. Outside, you'll fall in love with the backyard oasis featuring a covered patio, treehouse, and firepit area--ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. The landscaping was professionally updated in 2024, adding to the home's charming curb appeal. Roof and windows were replaced in 2017. 8x8 Storage Shed. All of this, conveniently located near parks, schools, restaurants, expressways, and the upcoming train station for an easy commute!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandra Dabrowski

Better Homes and Gardens Real License #RB16001505 Listed on: 07/15/2025

Better Homes and Gardens Real

Last Buyer's Agent

Arlene Scott

Village Realty of Indiana, Inc License #RB23000395

Village Realty of Indiana, Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,694

Year Built

  • Built in 1959

Lot Details

  • 8,760 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Fireplace Features Blower Fan
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Storage

Schools

  • Elliott Elementary School
  • Wilbur Wright Middle School
  • Munster High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lawrence Monaldis Add 03 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450719127028000027

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,694

Year Built

Built in 1959

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lower Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, Few Trees, Private, Landscaped, Front Yard
  • Reso View: Neighborhood
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1231
  • Subdivision Name: Lawrence Monaldis Add 03
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1246
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dryer
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Sump Pump
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1114
  • Fireplace Features: Blower Fan, Electric
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Yard, Storage, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Acres: 0.2011
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Rear Porch
  • Reso Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, On Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Munster
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wilbur Wright Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8760
  • Parcel #: 450719127028000027

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3694

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Munster High School
  • Elementary School: Elliott Elementary School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2025
Closed on
Sep 2, 2025
Sold by
Riordan Kristyn M and Riordan Justin
Bought by
Scott-Shemerdiak Gabriela and Shemerdiak Sean
Seller's Agent
Sandra Dabrowski
Better Homes and Gardens Real
Buyer's Agent
Arlene Scott
Village Realty of Indiana, Inc
List Price
$365,000
Sold Price
$355,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-2.6%
Views
104
Current Estimated Value
$352,933

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,567
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.11%
Original Mortgage
$337,725
Outstanding Balance
$337,725
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$15,208

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2016
Sold by
Riordan Kristyn M and Riordan Justin
Bought by
Riordan Kristyn M and Riordan Justin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,500
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2013
Closed on
Jan 31, 2014
Sold by
Rodriguez Andre L
Bought by
Vaillancourt Kristyn M
Seller's Agent
Shawn Spaw
Stray Dog Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Derek Rassel
Better Homes and Gardens Real
List Price
$140,000
Sold Price
$140,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.05%
Original Mortgage
$137,464
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2009
Sold by
The Grabner Living Trust
Bought by
Rodriguez Andrew L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,500
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Ravenswood Title Co Llc
Warranty Deed -- Multiple
Deed -- Community Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Community Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $337,725 New Conventional
Previous Owner $135,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $137,464 FHA
Previous Owner $135,500 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Sold $355,500 -2.6% $151 / Sq Ft
07/22/2025 07/22/25 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2025 07/15/25 For Sale $365,000 +160.7% $155 / Sq Ft
01/31/2014 01/31/14 Sold $140,000 0.0% $56 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/09/2014 01/09/14 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2013 09/09/13 For Sale $140,000 -- $56 / 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
2025 $3,256 $305,000 $48,600 $256,400
2024 $7,649 $286,100 $48,600 $237,500
2023 $3,080 $250,200 $47,500 $202,700
2022 $3,080 $235,400 $47,500 $187,900
2021 $2,819 $215,900 $29,700 $186,200
2020 $2,742 $208,500 $29,700 $178,800
2019 $2,324 $179,800 $29,700 $150,100
2018 $2,568 $172,800 $29,700 $143,100
2017 $2,480 $167,000 $29,700 $137,300
2016 $2,271 $159,600 $29,700 $129,900
2014 $2,287 $161,200 $29,700 $131,500
2013 $2,318 $165,700 $29,700 $136,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 824261

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-07-19-127-028.000-027