This one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect balance of space, comfort, and privacy. Set on almost 2 acres, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home has so much to offer. The spacious master suite features a relaxing hot tub bathtub, while the main floor includes a welcoming family room with a cozy fireplace, a massive kitchen, recreation room and a formal dining room--perfect for gatherings. The walkout basement is an entertainer's dream with a movie room, cedar closet, and a workshop for hobbies or projects. An attached 3-car garage, plenty of room to roam, and a peaceful setting that makes this property feel like your own retreat. Schedule a showing today and see why this unique home is truly one of a kind!
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$525,000
8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
3beds
2,846sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
1.89 Acres Lot
$530,800 Zestimate®
$184/sqft
$2,842 Estimated rent
Home value
$530,800
$494,000 - $573,000
$2,842/mo
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Recreation roomCedar closetCozy fireplacePeaceful settingSpacious master suiteWelcoming family roomWalkout basement
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Listed by:
Eric Lopez,
RE/MAX Realty Associates 219-922-8400
Bought with:
Laura Bogenschneider, RB17001859
New Chapter Real Estate
Ryan Bogenschneider, RB21000662
New Chapter Real Estate
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 826884
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 15.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 13.0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.0
Family room
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 15.0
Foyer
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 12.0
Great room
- Description: Fireplace
- Area: 340
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 20.0
Kitchen
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 16.0
Living room
- Area: 209
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 19.0
Media room
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 20.0
Other
- Area: 400
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 20.0
Utility room
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 8.0
Heating
- Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: None
Features
- Soaking Tub
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,846
- Total interior livable area: 2,846 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,846
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 1.89 Acres
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 450533156020000004
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Gary
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $525,000-6.3%$184/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #826884 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2026 | Pending sale | $560,000$197/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #826884 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2026 | Price change | $560,000-3.4%$197/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #826884 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2025 | Price change | $580,000-3.3%$204/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #826884 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $600,000$211/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #826884 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,799 -5.5% | $489,100 +6.4% |
| 2024 | $7,193 +15.2% | $459,600 -14.7% |
| 2023 | $6,243 +5.2% | $538,900 +31.1% |
| 2022 | $5,934 +1.5% | $411,200 +5.8% |
| 2021 | $5,846 +32.5% | $388,500 +1.7% |
| 2020 | $4,411 -4.2% | $382,100 +3% |
| 2019 | $4,602 -2.1% | $370,900 +3.6% |
| 2018 | $4,701 +22% | $358,100 -0.7% |
| 2017 | $3,854 | $360,700 -2.9% |
| 2016 | $3,854 -10.7% | $371,300 +2.4% |
| 2014 | $4,317 +8.2% | $362,500 +3.3% |
| 2013 | $3,992 -37.5% | $350,800 -1.3% |
| 2012 | $6,386 +101% | $355,500 +35.4% |
| 2011 | $3,177 -43.3% | $262,600 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $5,598 | $258,700 -3.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $268,300 +14.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $234,400 +11.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $210,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $210,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $210,300 +151.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $83,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $83,700 +200.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $27,890 |
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Neighborhood: Marquette Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Banneker Elementary at MarquetteGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 3/10Gary Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10West Side Leadership AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.7 mi
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