$198,550
SOLD AUG 12, 2024

8234 Hickory Ave Gary, IN 46403

Miller Neighborhood
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,648 Sq Ft
7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$120 Per Sq Ft

231% Above List Price

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Lake
  • No HOA
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of August 2024

PUBLISHED MINIMUM BID AUCTION. ONLINE BIDDING NOW OPEN! Only minutes from the shores of Lake Michigan is this estate home in Miller. Built in 1961 this ranch home with a full basement features 1144 square feet of living space on the main level and an additional 1144 square feet in the basement. Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, and a brick fireplace. This charming home maintains it's 1960's styling and perfect for that person wanting a mid-century designed home. Home has a carport attached to it. House sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Taxes 2023 Pay 2024: $1,577.24 (with exemptions).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jay Mayden

Kraft Real Estate Services, LL License #RB14038131 Listed on: 06/20/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Non-Member Agent

Non-Member MLS Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,577

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60 x 120
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • Carport

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Schools

  • West Side Leadership Academy High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Hot Water Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lakewood Hills Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Listing and Financial Details

  • Auction
  • Assessor Parcel Number 45-05-33-306-014.000-004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,577

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Basement
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, City Lot, Landscaped, Front Yard
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Reso View: Neighborhood
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2052
  • Subdivision Name: Lakewood Hills
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1144
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: Yes
  • AboveGradeUnfinishedArea: 0.00
  • Special Features: 4160
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Partially Finished, Interior Entry
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 504
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Acres: 0.17
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Carport, On Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Lake
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60 x 120
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7405.2
  • Parcel #: 45-05-33-306-014.000-004

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1577.24

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: West Side Leadership Academy

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 20, 2024
Closed on
Aug 13, 2024
Sold by
Collis C Hooks Revocable Living Trust and Centier Bank
Bought by
Schmidt Joan Andersen
Seller's Agent
Jay Mayden
Kraft Real Estate Services, LL
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Agent
Non-Member MLS Office
List Price
$59,900
Sold Price
$198,550
Premium/Discount to List
$138,650
231.47%
Views
121

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.24%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- Community Title Company
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/13/2025 09/13/25 Price Changed $329,900 -1.5% $153 / Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Price Changed $334,900 -1.5% $155 / Sq Ft
08/07/2025 08/07/25 Price Changed $339,900 -2.9% $158 / Sq Ft
08/01/2025 08/01/25 For Sale $349,900 +76.2% $162 / Sq Ft
08/12/2024 08/12/24 Sold $198,550 +231.5% $120 / Sq Ft
07/14/2024 07/14/24 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2024 06/21/24 For Sale $59,900 -- $36 / 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 $11,189 $154,600 $32,500 $122,100
2023 $1,336 $126,900 $32,400 $94,500
2022 $1,336 $108,300 $17,500 $90,800
2021 $1,264 $103,200 $17,500 $85,700
2020 $1,231 $100,900 $17,500 $83,400
2019 $1,061 $98,500 $16,600 $81,900
2018 $1,059 $94,200 $16,600 $77,600
2017 $1,060 $93,300 $16,300 $77,000
2016 $1,096 $97,100 $16,300 $80,800
2014 $1,060 $93,400 $16,600 $76,800
2013 $985 $89,500 $16,600 $72,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tina Raffin

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Tina Raffin

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 405-4485

    21 Total Sales

    Tina Raffin
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    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Jay Mayden

    Kraft Real Estate Services, LL

    (219) 776-2879

    1 in this area

    158 Total Sales

    Jay Mayden
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    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Non-Member Agent

    Non-Member MLS Office

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 805725

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-05-33-306-014.000-004

Indiana Lake County Gary 46403 Miller

8234 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN

This home is located at 8234 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN 46403 and is currently priced at $198,550, approximately $120 per square foot. This property was built in 1961. 8234 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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