NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8521 Lakewood Ave Gary, IN 46403

Miller Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $336,000 - $351,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,569 Sq Ft
$134/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 26, 2020

Last sale price $235,000 $91 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,170/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Double Oven

About This Home

As of October 2020

Miller - *CHECK OUT THE 3D VIRTUAL DOLL HOUSE TOUR* ASK ABOUT THE $3,000 CLOSING COST PROGRAM! Hi I'm 8521 Lakewood Ave. and I'm Located in the Wonderful Miller Beach Area! My desirable location makes coming home to me enjoyable and daily commuting easier-being minutes from the Singing Sands of Miller Beach and the South Shore Train! I have been called a Gorgeous Split-Level w/Loads of Updates! I've been remodeled boasting a 4 bdrm ( 3bdrm+Office) + 3bths floor plan, w/Cathedral Ceilings +Several Large Rms Including a Gorgeous Gourmet Kitchen complete w/Upgraded S.S. Appliances (Like that Double Oven?) +an Island w/Upgraded Sink +Impressive Open Concept Family Rm w/Access to Extended Deck-which is Perfect for Entertaining & a Master Bdrm w/Fireplace and Private Spa-Like Bth, & Custom Closet Space so You FEEL Like the King/Queen YOU ARE! There is also a Home Office so NOW you can work from home OR Exercise Rm to keep you fit, Rec Room for guests, & Deck to enjoy the great outdoors!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lutrell Kirk

Kirk & Company Your Home Sold License #RB14035647 Listed on: 08/27/2020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,422

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 7,579 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 63 x 120
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Zoning described as Resd

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Cement Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,569 Sq Ft Home
  • Multi-Level Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Pottowattomi Park Add 01 Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450533327006000004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,422

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Paved Road, Sidewalks
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Cable TV Hookup, Furnace Humidifier
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR1185
  • Subdivision Name: Pottowattomi Park Add 01
  • Architectural Style: Multi-Level
  • GNR_Exterior: Cement Block,Wood
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 3
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Finished Laundry Rm, Formal Dining, FP Main Bedroom, Main Bedroom Bath
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Covered, Fence, Storage Shed
  • Acres: 0.174

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 63 x 120
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7579
  • Parcel #: 450533327006000004
  • Zoning Description: Resd

Tax Info

  • Year: 2018
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1422

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2020
Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Golden Thomas K
Bought by
Betanzos Mateo and Montengro Mario E
Seller's Agent
Lutrell Kirk
Kirk & Company Your Home Sold
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$235,000
Current Estimated Value
$343,363

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$108,363
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.98%
Original Mortgage
$211,500
Outstanding Balance
$187,775
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$155,588

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2016
Closed on
Oct 26, 2016
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Golden Thomas K
Seller's Agent
A. Raoule Bainbridge
American Home Realty Services,
Buyer's Agent
Lutrell Kirk
Kirk & Company Your Home Sold
List Price
$50,000
Sold Price
$50,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
47.24%
Original Mortgage
$58,504
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 2016
Sold by
Weiner Lillian R
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
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
Betanzos Mateo -- Indiana Title Network Co
Golden Thomas K -- Indiana Title Network Co
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Betanzos Mateo $211,500
Previous Owner Golden Thomas K $58,504
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/26/2020 10/26/20 Sold $235,000 0.0% $91 / Sq Ft
09/12/2020 09/12/20 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2020 08/27/20 For Sale $235,000 +370.0% $91 / Sq Ft
10/26/2016 10/26/16 Sold $50,000 0.0% $19 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/14/2016 10/14/16 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2016 05/08/16 For Sale $50,000 -- $19 / 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 $21,672 $287,500 $33,600 $253,900
2023 $2,922 $245,800 $34,000 $211,800
2022 $2,922 $223,300 $18,300 $205,000
2021 $2,581 $198,500 $18,300 $180,200
2020 $1,660 $135,800 $18,300 $117,500
2019 $1,374 $133,000 $17,500 $115,500
2018 $1,422 $126,800 $17,500 $109,300
2017 $1,433 $126,200 $17,100 $109,100
2016 $1,475 $131,300 $17,100 $114,200
2014 $1,461 $129,500 $17,500 $112,000
2013 $1,460 $132,600 $17,500 $115,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Lutrell Kirk

    Kirk & Company Your Home Sold

    (219) 293-8494

    5 in this area

    202 Total Sales

    Lutrell Kirk
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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    A. Raoule Bainbridge

    American Home Realty Services,

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR480613

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-05-33-327-006.000-004

Indiana Lake County Gary 46403 Miller

8521 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN

This home is located at 8521 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN 46403 since 27 August 2020 and is currently estimated at $343,363, approximately $133 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 8521 Lakewood 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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