NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8211 Locust Ave Gary, IN 46403

Miller Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $319,434 - $497,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,132 Sq Ft
$173/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 18, 2015

Last sale price $122,000 $57 Per Sq Ft

Est. 203% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,368/month

248 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Patio
  • Ranch Style House
  • Cooling Available
  • Home Security System

About This Home

As of November 2015

Very special Hoosier style mid-century ranch. Living room windows follow cathedral roof line, new kitchen with granite tops, fully finished walk-out basement with bar, 4th bedroom, and 3/4 bath.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gene Ayers

Ayers REALTORS(r) License #RB14003990 Listed on: 02/10/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Gene Ayers

Ayers REALTORS(r) License #RB14003990 Listed on: 02/10/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,719

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 6,882 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55x125
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Sloped Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,132 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Home Security System
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Portable Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • Carport
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Miller Beach Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450533152002000004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,719

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Paved Road, Sidewalks, Sloped
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Cable TV Hookup, Security System
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR203
  • Subdivision Name: Miller Beach
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Sty/Bungalow
  • GNR_Exterior: Aluminum Siding
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: Yes
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 1.75
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_Auction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Portable Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, FP Living/Great Room
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Acres: 0.158

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Carport, Off Street

Utilities

  • Utilities: On
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Gary

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 55x125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6882
  • Parcel #: 450533152002000004

Tax Info

  • Year: 2013
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2719

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2015
Closed on
Nov 7, 2015
Sold by
Osmulski Paul R and Osmulski Amy L
Bought by
Best Richard and Best Mary Ann
Seller's Agent
Gene Ayers
Ayers REALTORS(r)
Buyer's Agent
Gene Ayers
Ayers REALTORS(r)
List Price
$122,000
Sold Price
$122,000
Current Estimated Value
$369,609

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$247,609
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.86%
Original Mortgage
$82,500
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2005
Sold by
Estate Of Mertha E Someson
Bought by
Osmulski Paul R and Osmulski Amy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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
Best Richard -- Meridian Title Corp
Osmulski Paul R -- Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Best Mary Ann $100,000
Closed Best Richard $82,500
Previous Owner Osmulski Paul R $45,000
Previous Owner Osmulski Paul R $45,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/18/2015 11/18/15 Sold $122,000 0.0% $57 / Sq Ft
10/16/2015 10/16/15 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2015 02/10/15 For Sale $122,000 -- $57 / 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 $22,483 $276,200 $104,400 $171,800
2023 $3,152 $255,000 $107,800 $147,200
2022 $2,087 $166,300 $30,000 $136,300
2021 $1,963 $157,200 $29,600 $127,600
2020 $1,874 $150,700 $29,600 $121,100
2019 $1,531 $147,400 $29,100 $118,300
2018 $1,300 $118,500 $23,700 $94,800
2017 $1,330 $119,600 $23,700 $95,900
2016 $1,382 $125,700 $22,600 $103,100
2014 $2,956 $126,300 $23,300 $103,000
2013 $2,719 $121,000 $23,300 $97,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gene Ayers

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Gene Ayers

    Ayers REALTORS(r)

    (219) 902-9039

    115 in this area

    131 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR365676

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-05-33-152-002.000-004

Indiana Lake County Gary 46403 Miller

8211 Locust Ave, Gary, IN

This home is located at 8211 Locust Ave, Gary, IN 46403 since 10 February 2015 and is currently estimated at $369,609, approximately $173 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 8211 Locust 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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