NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8601 Forest Ave Munster, IN 46321

Estimated Value: $320,648 - $364,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,036 Sq Ft
$170/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 06, 2021

Last sale price $289,900 $142 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,616/month

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Wet Bar
  • Munster High School Rated A+
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Fireplace in Basement

About This Home

As of October 2021

Totally remodeled home with approximately $70,000 (receipt) of updating and remodeling. New in 2021: roof, siding, gutters, flooring, granite counter tops, furnace, ac, garage door and opener, hot water heater, lights, fans, outlets, switches, laundry tub, most faucets, electric stove, range hood and carpet. Both the oven and broiler have been inspected by appliance specialist, ductwork has been cleaned. Plumbing and electrical work has been updated. Garage has natural gas available but no furnace.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dale Adams

Adams Real Estate & Appraisal License #RB14015889 Listed on: 07/14/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Brooke Metz

eXp Realty, LLC License #RB14052503

eXp Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,492

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60 x 140
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Tri-Level Property
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Wet Bar
  • Basement
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Munster High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Knickerbocker Manor 6Th Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450624303006000027

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,492

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA483
  • Subdivision Name: Knickerbocker Manor 6th Add
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1360
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Tri-Level
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 676
  • Fireplace Features: Lower Level
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Acres: 0.1928
  • Construction Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Munster

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60 x 140
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8400
  • Parcel #: 450624303006000027

Tax Info

  • Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5492

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Munster High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2021
Closed on
Oct 8, 2021
Sold by
Conrad Don
Bought by
Eichler Daniel R and Eichler Brandace L
Seller's Agent
Dale Adams
Adams Real Estate & Appraisal
Buyer's Agent
Brooke Metz
eXp Realty, LLC
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$289,900
Current Estimated Value
$341,229

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$51,329
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.26%
Original Mortgage
$275,405
Outstanding Balance
$253,853
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$73,997

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 2008
Sold by
American Savings Fsb
Bought by
Conrad Don

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,000
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2008
Sold by
Conley John M and Conley Frances T
Bought by
American Savings Fsb

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,000
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
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
Eichler Daniel R $289,900 Heartland Title Services Inc
Conrad Don -- None Available
American Savings Fsb $200,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Eichler Daniel R $275,405
Previous Owner Conrad Don $126,000
Previous Owner Conrad Don $145,000
Previous Owner Conley John M $75,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/06/2021 10/06/21 Sold $289,900 0.0% $142 / Sq Ft
09/15/2021 09/15/21 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2021 07/14/21 For Sale $289,900 -- $142 / 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 $8,973 $309,900 $44,500 $265,400
2023 $3,746 $293,500 $44,200 $249,300
2022 $3,746 $283,300 $44,200 $239,100
2021 $2,718 $208,700 $31,900 $176,800
2020 $5,492 $209,800 $31,900 $177,900
2019 $4,998 $194,000 $31,900 $162,100
2018 $5,557 $186,300 $31,900 $154,400
2017 $5,455 $182,400 $31,900 $150,500
2016 $5,238 $182,400 $31,900 $150,500
2014 $5,058 $173,300 $31,900 $141,400
2013 $5,027 $175,700 $31,900 $143,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Dale Adams

    Adams Real Estate & Appraisal

    (219) 742-8838

    2 in this area

    26 Total Sales

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  • Brooke Metz

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Brooke Metz

    eXp Realty, LLC

    (219) 351-0104

    14 in this area

    238 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 496830

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-06-24-303-006.000-027

Indiana Lake County Munster 46321

8601 Forest Ave, Munster, IN

This home is located at 8601 Forest Ave, Munster, IN 46321 since 14 July 2021 and is currently estimated at $345,412, approximately $169 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 8601 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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