NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8600 Forest Ave Gary, IN 46403

Miller Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $234,570 - $295,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,325 Sq Ft
$202/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 15, 2016

Last sale price $126,000 $95 Per Sq Ft

Est. 112% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,743/month

96 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • <<bathWithWhirlpoolToken>>
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Ranch Style House
  • Den
  • Cooling Available

About This Home

As of February 2016

YOU HAVE FOUND IT! This modernized home is perfectly situated and the ideal place to call your own. This dream-like little part of Miller Beach is just a short walk to Lake Michigan and restaurants but nestled in the wooded dunes, has abundant plants (both culinary and medicinal) and is VERY LOW MAINTENANCE. The welcoming BIG open Living Room/Dining Room is filled with both light AND privacy. Kitchen has bar seating between the living room which further adds to the airy feel. Three generous bedrooms as well as TWO separate baths will more than accommodate you and your guests as THIS HOME IS LARGER THAN IT APPEARS! Updated flooring throughout with many other newer features make this one you MUST see to truly appreciate the everyday getaway you will experience living here. A short commute to Chicago via major highways and The South Shore Line. Make your appointment today before you miss the opportunity to secure what is truly a treat inside and out!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tim Petrites

McColly Real Estate License #RB14050479 Listed on: 10/11/2015

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,385

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 0.57 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 167 x 150
  • Fenced

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House

Interior Spaces

  • 1,325 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Portable Gas Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • <<bathWithWhirlpoolToken>>

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Robert Barletts Marquette Park Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450533178010000004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,385

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Corner Lot, Lake Access, Landscaped, Paved Road, Wooded
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Cable TV Hookup
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR270
  • Subdivision Name: Robert Barletts Marquette Park
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Sty/Bungalow
  • GNR_Exterior: Other
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: Yes
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 1.75
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_Auction: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Portable Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Den/Office, Finished Laundry Rm, Formal Dining, Main Bedroom Bath, Main Floor Bathroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Laundry, Whirlpool Tub
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Acres: 0.572

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street, None

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Gary

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 167 X 150
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 24916
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 450533178010000004
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Year: 2014
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1385

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 2021
Sold by
Carreon Devorah and Rapoport Erin D
Bought by
Carreon Erin Devorah
Current Estimated Value
$267,143

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,496
Outstanding Balance
$86,741
Interest Rate
2.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$173,790

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 11, 2015
Closed on
Feb 15, 2016
Sold by
Flannery Ezekiel J
Bought by
Rapoport Erin D
Seller's Agent
Tim Petrites
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$126,000
Sold Price
$126,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.02%
Original Mortgage
$123,717
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2010
Sold by
Winters James R
Bought by
Flannery Ezekiel J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,000
Interest Rate
4.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Carreon Erin Devorah -- None Available
Rapoport Erin D -- Meridian Title Corp
Flannery Ezekiel J -- Fidelity Mo
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Carreon Erin Devorah $107,496
Closed Rapoport Erin D $123,717
Previous Owner Flannery Ezekiel J $104,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/15/2016 02/15/16 Sold $126,000 0.0% $95 / Sq Ft
01/15/2016 01/15/16 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2015 10/11/15 For Sale $126,000 -- $95 / 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 $14,530 $174,800 $69,900 $104,900
2023 $1,597 $164,800 $64,100 $100,700
2022 $1,597 $131,300 $34,600 $96,700
2021 $1,489 $123,400 $34,600 $88,800
2020 $1,488 $123,300 $34,600 $88,700
2019 $1,243 $120,100 $32,900 $87,200
2018 $1,300 $115,300 $32,900 $82,400
2017 $1,305 $114,200 $32,300 $81,900
2016 $1,335 $118,000 $32,300 $85,700
2014 $1,385 $119,300 $32,900 $86,400
2013 $1,300 $115,800 $32,900 $82,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Tim Petrites

    McColly Real Estate

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR381811

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-05-33-178-010.000-004

Indiana Lake County Gary 46403 Miller

8600 Forest Ave, Gary, IN

This home is located at 8600 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403 since 11 October 2015 and is currently estimated at $267,143, approximately $201 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 8600 Forest 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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