6225 FOREST AVE, MILLER BEACH. BACK ON THE MARKET, NEWLY UPDATED! BRAND NEW Rubber Roof, NEW Skylights, NEW High Efficiency Boiler! THIS TURN OF THE CENTURY BUNGALOW PROVIDES A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY!! WITHCLOSE PROXITY TO THE LAKE, THIS HOME FEATURES 5 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS, and over 3,800 SQ FT of EXQUSITE LIVING SPACE!! With 12 spacious rooms, this home is perfect for entertaining, boasting a gourmet chef's kitchen with upscale finishes and an inviting dining area ideal for gatherings. Step into the great room, where vaulted ceilings, double French doors, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace create a warm, welcoming ambiance. The seamless transition from the great room to a large deck and slate patio--fully fenced for privacy--makes this home perfect for hosting or enjoying peaceful moments in nature. The first-floor hosts 4 generously sized bedrooms, including 2 with ensuite baths. Abundant windows and multiple skylights fill the home with natural light, enhancing its inviting atmosphere. The versatile walkout basement offers 2 additional bedrooms and 2 baths, along with a south-facing apartment that's perfect for extra income or guest accommodations. Nestled on a spacious 105' x 140' lot, this property provides a very serene retreat surrounded by lush greenery. Enjoy easy access to the Nelson Algren Path, just steps away, leading to the scenic Marquette Park Lagoon and the pristine shores of Lake Michigan. Only 2 blocks from Lake Street and a short walk Michigan's stunning beaches, dunes, and nature. Minutes from the Miller Beach Arts Creative District and Lake Street Corridor offering a vibrant array of arts, dining, and boutique shopping Close to the Chanute Trail and Tuskegee Air Museum for history and outdoor adventures. Excellent commuting options with access to the South Shore Train, Major highways: 80/94, I-65, Tollway & Skyway. With its prime location, income potential, and timeless charm, this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss!
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$370,000
6225 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
4beds
3,840sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
0.43 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$96/sqft
$3,018 Estimated rent
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Wood-burning fireplaceRubber roofAbundant windowsVaulted ceilingsMultiple skylightsLush greeneryFully fenced for privacy
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Listed by:
Alan Harrell,
McColly Real Estate 219-926-1616
Bought with:
Alan Harrell, RB14052205
McColly Real Estate
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 812154
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: South East Facing . Ensuite Full Bath
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 22.0 x 10.0
Bedroom 2
- Description: Middle East Facing
- Area: 127.6
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 11.0
Bedroom 3
- Description: North Facing
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 4
- Description: South West Facing
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 5
- Description: Egress door / Walk Out/ 3 / 4 Bath
- Area: 380
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 19.0
Dining room
- Description: Separate dining for formal entertaining
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 8.0
Great room
- Description: Double Door on each side of Fireplace
- Area: 634.8
- Dimensions: 27.6 x 23.0
Kitchen
- Description: High End Designer Kitchen. Stainless Appliances
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 13.0
Kitchen
- Description: Rear Apartment
- Area: 55
- Dimensions: 5.0 x 11.0
Laundry
- Description: Washer / Dryer
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 8.0
Living room
- Description: Rear Apartment, Shared Studio Concept, bedroom/ living room
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 15.0
Other
- Description: Boiler Room / Storage
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.0
Heating
- Hot Water
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Wood Frames
- Basement: Finished,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,840
- Total interior livable area: 3,840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,037
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
- Frontage length: 105
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 105 x 168
- Features: Front Yard, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 450531426008000004
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Gary
- Subdivision: Geo H Wilsons Sub
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Sold | $370,000-2.6%$96/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812154 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Pending sale | $380,000$99/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812154 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $380,000-4.8%$99/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812154 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2025 | Listing removed | $399,000$104/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812154 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,000$104/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812154 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2025 | Contingent | $399,000$104/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812154 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2025 | Price change | $399,000-5%$104/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812154 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2025 | Price change | $419,900-4.6%$109/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812154 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $440,000-5.4%$115/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812154 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2024 | Listing removed | $465,000$121/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #807000 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2024 | Price change | $465,000-1.1%$121/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #807000 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2024 | Price change | $470,000-1.1%$122/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #807000 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2024 | Price change | $475,000-1%$124/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #807000 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2024 | Price change | $480,000-1%$125/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #807000 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $485,000+143.7%$126/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #807000 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2015 | Listing removed | $199,000$52/sqft |
Source: McColly Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2015 | Price change | $199,000-4.8%$52/sqft |
Source: McColly Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2015 | Listed for sale | $209,000$54/sqft |
Source: McColly Real Estate Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,670 +4% | $138,300 +14.6% |
| 2022 | $3,529 0% | $120,700 +4.8% |
| 2021 | $3,529 +22.5% | $115,200 |
| 2020 | $2,882 -35.6% | $115,200 |
| 2019 | $4,474 -18.3% | $115,200 |
| 2018 | $5,475 +129.3% | $115,200 -0.8% |
| 2017 | $2,388 | $116,100 +0.3% |
| 2016 | $2,388 +88.4% | $115,800 +2.7% |
| 2014 | $1,268 +4.9% | $112,800 +1.6% |
| 2013 | $1,209 -2.1% | $111,000 +0.3% |
| 2012 | $1,234 -3.4% | $110,700 -0.9% |
| 2011 | $1,278 -30.7% | $111,700 |
| 2010 | $1,843 | $111,700 -11.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $126,300 +21% |
| 2007 | -- | $104,400 +1.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $103,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $103,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $103,100 +198.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $34,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $34,500 +200% |
| 2001 | -- | $11,500 |
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Neighborhood: Marquette Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Banneker Elementary at MarquetteGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Gary Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 1/10West Side Leadership AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.6 mi
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