8726 Lakewood Ave Gary, IN 46403
Miller NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,613/month
Highlights
- Lake View
- Wood Flooring
- Country Kitchen
- Deck
- No HOA
- Bay Window
About This Home
Welcome to 8726 Lakewood Ave--a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home with a new roof! Just minutes from the beach in Miller Beach. This spacious retreat offers a sun-drenched living room with a modern fireplace, a sleek kitchen with stainless appliances, a cedar walk-in closet, and a fully finished basement with additional living space, a bonus bedroom, and a full bath. Step outside to a private, fenced backyard with a new deck and storage shed--perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Just blocks from Lake Michigan, parks, and the South Shore Line, this home is ideal for full-time living, a vacation retreat, or a savvy investment.
Listing Agent
Ellsbury Commercial Group LLC License #RB18000268 Listed on: 08/15/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,495
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 7,623 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Bay Window
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Lake Views
- Basement
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Pottowattomi Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 450533326018000004
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,731 | $210,800 | $33,900 | $176,900 |
| 2023 | $2,495 | $201,100 | $33,500 | $167,600 |
| 2022 | $2,275 | $180,100 | $18,000 | $162,100 |
| 2021 | $1,666 | $135,500 | $18,000 | $117,500 |
| 2020 | $3,477 | $135,600 | $18,000 | $117,600 |
| 2019 | $1,384 | $132,700 | $17,200 | $115,500 |
| 2018 | $1,406 | $126,900 | $17,200 | $109,700 |
| 2017 | $1,409 | $125,300 | $16,800 | $108,500 |
| 2016 | $1,448 | $130,300 | $16,800 | $113,500 |
| 2014 | $1,486 | $128,900 | $17,200 | $111,700 |
| 2013 | $1,368 | $123,100 | $17,200 | $105,900 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 10/08/25 | Price Changed | $265,000 | -1.9% | $106 / Sq Ft |
| 09/16/2025 09/16/25 | Price Changed | $270,000 | -1.8% | $108 / Sq Ft |
| 09/09/2025 09/09/25 | Price Changed | $275,000 | -3.5% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2025 07/01/25 | For Sale | $285,000 | -- | $114 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $221,900 | Greater Indiana Title Company | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $221,576 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $198,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Indiana Title Network Co |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $222,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $194,904 | FHA |
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 823511
APN: 45-05-33-326-018.000-004
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