Enjoy lake, pool, fishing, boating, tennis in this resort-type community. Beautifully updated 2-story home with a finished lower level walkout on a great 0.5-acre lot in sought-after Shorewood Forest. The gleaming hardwood floors on the main level open to a living room on one side and a dining room on the opposite side of the foyer. The kitchen is a chef's delight with a large island, granite countertops, stainless appliances, an eating area which flows into the family room with a fireplace. A nice-sized deck opens from the sliding glass door to a wonderful backyard. A laundry room and half bath complete the main level. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms including a main bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, ensuite bathroom with tub and separate shower. A full bath serves the other 3 bedrooms. The finished lower level walkout is perfect for entertaining with 2 large connected areas and a 3/4 bath. This level also includes 2 large storage areas. The furnace and air conditioner were new in about 2021. Do not miss the opportunity to buy this great home! Relocation documents attached to all offers.
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$457,600
426 Forestwood Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46385
4beds
4,076sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
0.5 Acres Lot
$510,800 Zestimate®
$112/sqft
$3,938 Estimated rent
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$510,800
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mitzi Wingenroth,
BHHS Executive Group RE 219-464-8521
Bought with:
Maureen Burns, RB22002444
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 801115
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Vaulted ceiling
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 11.0
Bonus room
- Description: walkout lower level, 3/4 bath
- Area: 348
- Dimensions: 29.0 x 12.0
Bonus room
- Description: walkout lower level
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 12.0
Dining room
- Description: Hardwood floors
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 11.0
Family room
- Description: fireplace, hardwood floors
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 14.0
Kitchen
- Description: granite counters, tile flrs, stainless appliances
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 13.0
Laundry
- Description: Conveniently located adjacent to kitchen
- Area: 36
- Dimensions: 6.0 x 6.0
Living room
- Description: Hardwood floors
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 12.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Microwave, None, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Free-Standing Gas Range, Disposal
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Soaking Tub, Storage, Granite Counters, His and Hers Closets, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Chandelier, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Windows: Blinds, Screens, Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Storage Space,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,076
- Total interior livable area: 4,076 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,356
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Attached, Paved, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Concrete, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Central Living Area, Central Living Area, Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: Association, Outdoor Pool, In Ground, Heated, Diving Board, Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Water, Pool, Neighborhood
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Water
- Frontage length: 84'
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Dimensions: 84 x 219 x 126 x 204
- Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, Interior Lot, Rectangular Lot, Paved, Landscaped, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 640919429002.000019
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard,Third Party Approval
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Tennis Court(s), Playground, Pool, Lake, Fishing, Curbs
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Shorewood Forest
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Barbecue, Clubhouse, Water, Trail(s), Tennis Court(s), Ski Accessible, Recreation Facilities, Powered Boats Allowed, Pool, Playground, Picnic Area, Parking, Marina, Maintenance Grounds, Landscaping, Boating, Beach Rights, Beach Access, Basketball Court
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $1,375 annually
- HOA name: Shorewood Forest Property Owners Association
- HOA phone: 219-465-0883
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $112/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $367,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,163
- Date on market: 3/21/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Relocation Property,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/14/2024 | Sold | $457,600-3.6%$112/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #801115 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2024 | Pending sale | $474,900$117/sqft |
Source: BHHS broker feed #801115 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2024 | Contingent | $474,900$117/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #801115 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2024 | Price change | $474,900-3.1%$117/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #801115 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $489,900+21%$120/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #801115 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2021 | Sold | $405,000-3.5%$99/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10953836 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2021 | Pending sale | $419,900$103/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10953836 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2021 | Price change | $419,900-2.3%$103/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10953836 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2021 | Price change | $429,900-2.3%$105/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #485282 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2021 | Price change | $439,900-2.2%$108/sqft |
Source: BHHS Executive Realty #485282 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2020 | Listed for sale | $450,000$110/sqft |
Source: BHHS Executive Realty #485282 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,101 +2.6% | $456,600 +8.8% |
| 2024 | $3,023 +6.3% | $419,700 +3.4% |
| 2023 | $2,844 +7.8% | $405,800 +10.3% |
| 2022 | $2,639 +3.6% | $367,900 +8.3% |
| 2021 | $2,548 +7.4% | $339,600 +7.5% |
| 2020 | $2,372 -8.2% | $316,000 +5.9% |
| 2019 | $2,584 +14.2% | $298,300 +4.9% |
| 2018 | $2,263 | $284,300 +2.5% |
| 2017 | $2,263 -2.2% | $277,300 -2% |
| 2016 | $2,314 +0.1% | $283,000 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $2,311 -3.3% | $267,900 -5.5% |
| 2013 | $2,390 +8.6% | $283,600 -1.3% |
| 2012 | $2,202 +1.1% | $287,400 +12.3% |
| 2011 | $2,179 +6.3% | $255,900 -3.1% |
| 2010 | $2,049 +19.7% | $264,100 +4.6% |
| 2009 | $1,713 | $252,500 +12.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $225,100 +8.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $206,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Shorewood Forest
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Union Center Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.9 mi
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Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Union Elementary School
- High: Wheeler High School
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Indiana
- Porter County
- Valparaiso
- 46385
- Shorewood Forest
- 426 Forestwood Dr
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