NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8433 Forest Ave Munster, IN 46321

Estimated Value: $292,000 - $328,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,316 Sq Ft
$232/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 29, 2016

Last sale price $152,000 $116 Per Sq Ft

Est. 101% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,305/month

45 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Munster High School Rated A+
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Country Kitchen

About This Home

As of January 2016

PRICED TO SELL, this charming ALL BRICK RANCH with 3 BEDROOMS, 1 FULL BATH, and a full basement is available! The whole house has been FRESHLY PAINTED and features HARDWOOD FLOORS throughout the LIVING ROOM, HALLWAY and into the BEDROOMS. The KITCHEN has ample COUNTER SPACE, CABINETRY and NEWER STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. The LIGHT and BRIGHT LIVING ROOM boasts BEAUTIFUL BUILT-IN SHELVING UNIT and is adjacent to the DINING ROOM with bi-fold doors. The full basement offers many possibilities and is already PLUMBED FOR ANOTHER BATH! This is a great price to get into MUNSTER and with a little TLC this home can be a dream!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Portone

Better Homes and Gardens Real License #RB14044159 Listed on: 11/05/2015

Better Homes and Gardens Real

Last Buyer's Agent

Erin Dal Santo

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RB14046275

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,600

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 10,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75 x 140
  • Landscaped
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Side Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,316 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Portable Gas Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Munster High School

Utilities

  • Whole House Fan
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Knickerbocker Manor 7Th Add Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450624154006000027

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,600

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Curbs, Landscaped, Nearly Level, Paved Road, Sidewalks
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Whole House Fan
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR1102
  • Subdivision Name: Knickerbocker Manor 7th Add
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Sty/Bungalow
  • GNR_Exterior: Brick
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 1316
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 1
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_Auction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Portable Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Country Kitchen, Formal Dining, Main Floor Bathroom
  • Basement: Enclosed
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Covered
  • Acres: 0.241

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Side Drive

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Munster

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75 x 140
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10500
  • Parcel #: 450624154006000027

Tax Info

  • Year: 2014
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2600

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Munster High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 5, 2015
Closed on
Jan 29, 2016
Sold by
Budarz S Michael S and Budarz Beth A
Bought by
Kurchinski Patrick J and Kurchinski Nadine
Seller's Agent
Sarah Portone
Better Homes and Gardens Real
Buyer's Agent
Erin Dal Santo
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$152,000
Sold Price
$152,000
Current Estimated Value
$305,588

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$153,588
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.28%
Original Mortgage
$144,400
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2011
Sold by
Budarz Helen M
Bought by
Budarz Helen M
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
Kurchinski Patrick J -- Meridian Title Corp
Budarz Helen M -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Kurchinski Patrick J $137,500
Closed Kurchinski Patrick J $137,500
Closed Kurchinski Patrick J $144,400
Previous Owner Budarz Helen M $50,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/29/2016 01/29/16 Sold $152,000 0.0% $116 / Sq Ft
12/20/2015 12/20/15 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2015 11/05/15 For Sale $152,000 -- $116 / 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 $7,835 $292,500 $50,600 $241,900
2023 $3,228 $256,300 $55,300 $201,000
2022 $3,228 $246,100 $55,300 $190,800
2021 $2,984 $227,700 $39,900 $187,800
2020 $2,895 $220,800 $39,900 $180,900
2019 $2,594 $200,900 $39,900 $161,000
2018 $2,871 $193,200 $39,900 $153,300
2017 $2,788 $187,700 $39,900 $147,800
2016 $2,679 $187,600 $39,900 $147,700
2014 $2,600 $181,700 $39,900 $141,800
2013 $2,648 $185,900 $39,900 $146,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sarah Portone

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Sarah Portone

    Better Homes and Gardens Real

    (219) 313-5217

    45 in this area

    100 Total Sales

    Sarah Portone
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    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Erin Dal Santo

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR383456

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-06-24-154-006.000-027

Indiana Lake County Munster 46321

8433 Forest Ave, Munster, IN

This home is located at 8433 Forest Ave, Munster, IN 46321 since 05 November 2015 and is currently estimated at $305,588, approximately $232 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 8433 Forest Ave is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Munster High School, Lansing Christian School, and St. Thomas More School.

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