8400 Forest Ave Gary, IN 46403
Miller NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,479/month
Highlights
- Views of Trees
- Wooded Lot
- No HOA
- 0.46 Acre Lot
- Wood Flooring
- Country Kitchen
About This Home
Spacious and Secluded in Miller Beach! This 4 bedroom, 2 bath ranch with an attached two-car garage and a walk-out basement is situated on a jumbo lot that is tucked away in nature. The backyard is a Certified Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. Charm, Character and Function best describe this wonderful home that shows with pride of ownership. Essential updates include a new high efficiency furnace, new ac, newer vinyl windows, newer vinyl flooring, an operating fireplace, 100-amp electric service and more. Beautiful hardwood floors and large windows in the living room and dining room that overlook the incredible backyard creating a tree-house effect. Plenty of storage. This home is in excellent condition and priced to sell. Some furnishings and artwork may be included. Miller Beach isn't quite the secret it once was, but this location is a hidden gem. Easy to show.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,383
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 0.46 Acre Lot
- Landscaped
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Views of Trees
- Basement
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on lower level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Robert Bartletts Marquette Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 450533156038000004
- Seller Considering Concessions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $4,634 | $229,900 | $61,800 | $168,100 |
| 2024 | $15,447 | $214,600 | $61,800 | $152,800 |
| 2023 | $3,702 | $175,200 | $55,600 | $119,600 |
| 2022 | $3,702 | $144,500 | $30,000 | $114,500 |
| 2021 | $3,438 | $134,200 | $30,000 | $104,200 |
| 2020 | $3,369 | $131,500 | $30,000 | $101,500 |
| 2019 | $2,624 | $128,200 | $28,500 | $99,700 |
| 2018 | $1,345 | $122,700 | $28,500 | $94,200 |
| 2017 | $1,352 | $121,600 | $28,000 | $93,600 |
| 2016 | $1,385 | $126,000 | $28,000 | $98,000 |
| 2014 | $1,386 | $122,500 | $28,500 | $94,000 |
| 2013 | $1,371 | $125,000 | $28,500 | $96,500 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19/2026 01/19/26 | For Sale | $390,000 | +73.4% | $161 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/29/2018 01/29/18 | Sold | $224,900 | 0.0% | $84 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/02/2018 01/02/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/08/2017 12/08/17 | For Sale | $224,900 | +3.2% | $84 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/11/2012 06/11/12 | Sold | $217,900 | 0.0% | $82 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/23/2012 05/23/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/17/2012 02/17/12 | For Sale | $217,900 | -- | $82 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Reps Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $174,320 | New Conventional |
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 832982
APN: 45-05-33-156-038.000-004
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