Build Your Miller Beach Getaway. Just One Block from Lake Michigan. Imagine building your own home or getaway surrounded by Lake Michigan, dunes, and the natural beauty of the sought-after Miller Beach community. This buildable 6,011-square-foot lot offers an opportunity to create a place that feels like an escape while remaining approximately 40 minutes from downtown Chicago. Located in the Miller Beach/Lake Michigan shoreline area, the property offers easy access to the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of Indiana Dunes National Park. Whether you're envisioning a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or vacation home, this is an opportunity to build something of your own in a unique lakefront community. Property Highlights: Buildable 6,011-square-foot lot. Just one block from Lake Michigan. Miller Beach/Lake Michigan shoreline area. Near Indiana Dunes National Park. Sought-after Miller Beach community. Beautiful lake and dunes setting. Approximately 40 minutes from downtown Chicago. Opportunity for a primary residence, getaway, or vacation home.
Utility infrastructure for the block was installed, including gas, water, sewer, and electric. Buyers are encouraged to verify availability and connection requirements for this specific parcel.
For sale by owner
$69,900
1047 N Wells St, Gary, IN 46403
--beds
0baths
6,011Square Feet
VacantLand
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6,011 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
Overview
- 19 days
- 906
- 58
Listed by:
Property Owner (708) 627-0340
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $69,900+55.3% |
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| 3/5/2021 | Sold | $45,000 |
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| 2/24/2021 | Contingent | $45,000 |
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| 2/23/2021 | Listed for sale | $45,000+11.1% |
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| 2/15/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/30/2020 | Listed for sale | $40,500-10% |
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| 6/1/2020 | Listed for sale | $45,000-10% |
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| 11/17/2018 | Listing removed | $50,000 |
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| 6/3/2018 | Listed for sale | $50,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $971 +79% | $38,700 |
| 2024 | $542 -48.7% | $38,700 -9.4% |
| 2023 | $1,058 +1.4% | $42,700 +43.8% |
| 2022 | $1,044 | $29,700 +1.4% |
| 2021 | $1,044 +20.8% | $29,300 |
| 2020 | $864 +29.4% | $29,300 +1.7% |
| 2019 | $668 -1.3% | $28,800 +35.8% |
| 2018 | $676 +4.6% | $21,200 |
| 2017 | $646 | $21,200 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $646 -7% | $20,100 -3.4% |
| 2014 | $695 +3.4% | $20,800 +0.5% |
| 2013 | $672 -2.2% | $20,700 |
| 2012 | $687 -12.1% | $20,700 -10% |
| 2011 | $781 -34.9% | $23,000 -20.1% |
| 2010 | $1,201 | $28,800 +39.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $20,600 |
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Neighborhood: Marquette Park
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