$175,000
SOLD APR 25, 2022

8219 Locust Ave Gary, IN 46403

Miller Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,132 Sq Ft
6,534 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$82 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of April 2022

3 Bedroom Mid-century Hoosier style ranch in the Miller Beach community! A great location just 4 blocks from the beach and 1 block from local restaurants. This charming house features vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a fireplace, and a full basement with a walkout and extra living space. The master bedroom has a walkout to the deck overlooking the back yard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steven Kral

Boulder Bay Realty Group License #RB21000084 Listed on: 04/05/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Non-Member Agent

Non-Member MLS Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,085

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55 x 125

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House

Interior Spaces

  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Dryer
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Norcotts Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450533152003000004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,085

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Satellite Dish
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA768
  • Subdivision Name: Norcotts Add
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1066
  • Architectural Style: Hillside Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Primary Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1066
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: None
  • Acres: 0.15
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 55 x 125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6534
  • Parcel #: 450533152003000004

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2085

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2022
Closed on
May 2, 2022
Sold by
Michael Lucas Jr John
Bought by
Lucas Sean
Seller's Agent
Steven Kral
Boulder Bay Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Agent
Non-Member MLS Office
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$175,000
Current Estimated Value
$316,977

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$141,977
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.86%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2022
Closed on
Apr 25, 2022
Sold by
Michael Lucas Jr John
Bought by
Lucas Sean
Seller's Agent
Steven Kral
Boulder Bay Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Agent
Non-Member MLS Office
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$175,000

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 23, 2015
Closed on
May 15, 2015
Sold by
Wood Prince Sarah L
Bought by
Lucas John M and Lucas Junellen
Seller's Agent
Gene Ayers
Ayers REALTORS(r)
Buyer's Agent
Gene Ayers
Ayers REALTORS(r)
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$125,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.96%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 23, 2015
Closed on
May 13, 2015
Sold by
Zinober Scott W
Bought by
Wood Prince Sarah L
Seller's Agent
Gene Ayers
Ayers REALTORS(r)
Buyer's Agent
Gene Ayers
Ayers REALTORS(r)
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$125,000

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2005
Sold by
Swift Kimberly
Bought by
Zinober Scott W and Wood Prince Sarah L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$10,400
Interest Rate
5.82%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Personal Reps Deed -- Liberty Title
Personal Reps Deed -- Liberty Title
Warranty Deed -- Attorney
Quit Claim Deed -- Meridian Title Corp
Warranty Deed -- Ticor
Quit Claim Deed -- Ticor
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $10,400 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $83,200 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2022 04/25/22 Sold $175,000 0.0% $82 / Sq Ft
04/05/2022 04/05/22 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2022 04/05/22 For Sale $175,000 +40.0% $82 / Sq Ft
05/15/2015 05/15/15 Sold $125,000 0.0% $59 / Sq Ft
05/04/2015 05/04/15 Pending -- -- --
02/23/2015 02/23/15 For Sale $125,000 -- $59 / 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 $22,818 $255,300 $104,400 $150,900
2023 $2,154 $258,800 $107,800 $151,000
2022 $2,154 $169,800 $30,000 $139,800
2021 $2,024 $160,300 $29,600 $130,700
2020 $1,933 $153,600 $29,600 $124,000
2019 $1,563 $150,300 $29,100 $121,200
2018 $1,363 $121,000 $23,700 $97,300
2017 $1,366 $122,500 $23,700 $98,800
2016 $1,421 $128,900 $22,600 $106,300
2014 $3,038 $129,800 $23,300 $106,500
2013 $1,363 $124,300 $23,300 $101,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Steven Kral

    Boulder Bay Realty Group

    (219) 983-2813

    2 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    Steven Kral
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Non-Member Agent

    Non-Member MLS Office

  • Gene Ayers

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Gene Ayers

    Ayers REALTORS(r)

    (219) 902-9039

    119 in this area

    134 Total Sales

    Gene Ayers
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 509988

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-05-33-152-003.000-004

Indiana Lake County Gary 46403 Miller

8219 Locust Ave, Gary, IN

This home is located at 8219 Locust Ave, Gary, IN 46403 and is currently priced at $175,000, approximately $82 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 8219 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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