1302 N Jay Ave, Griffith, IN 46319
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FOR SALE
13.78 ACRES

$249,900

    1302 N Jay Ave, Griffith, IN 46319

    Est. Mortgage $1,588/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land
    13.78 acre lot

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around 1302 N Jay Ave.
    • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    Attention builders and developers! Discover 13+ partially wooded acres offering outstanding development potential in St. John Township, unincorporated Lake County. Ideally situated south of Avenue H and west of Fairbanks near Arbogast/Colfax, the property is subdivided with designated county road and alley rights-of-way. Utilities are available nearby at Avenue H and Fairbanks. The property is currently believed to be zoned Res-3, potentially allowing single-family or multifamily residential development; buyers should independently verify zoning, permitted uses, utility access, road requirements, and all development restrictions with Lake County. Whether you envision a residential development or a private estate surrounded by mature trees and abundant wildlife, this unique property offers exceptional possibilities. Call to schedule a tour of the property
    Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
    Listing courtesy of Kent Kominiak
    @properties/Christie's Intl RE, (219) 440-0070
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#843109
    Also Listed on NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID.

    Home Details for 1302 N Jay Ave

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available, Other, Natural Gas Available
    Gas & Electric
    Electric: Other
    View
    Has a ViewView: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods

    Exterior Features

    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: Septic Tank

    Days on Market

    Days on Market: 46

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    Has Additional Parcels
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 451111253002000032

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $249,900

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: GriffithCommunity: W H Stivers Add
    School Information
    High School District: Lake Central

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 843109

    HOA

    No HOA

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 13.776 Acres

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: None

    Offer

    Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 843109

    Around this home

    What Locals Say about Griffith

    At least 162 Trulia users voted on each feature.

    • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

    • 89 % Say parking is easy

    • 89 % Say car is needed

    • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 79 % Say kids play outside

    • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 72 % Say it's quiet

    • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 58 % Say there's wildlife

    • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 39 % Say there are community events

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • Ashley
      "We have yearly carnivals and events at Central Park. We have a motor cycle events and car shows. There are many more things to do. "
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    • Alexandra Rodriguez
      "I can take side streets, but there’s a lot of trains. You’ll have to learn the schedule if you want to make it to work on time "
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    • Pkr9sswgp5
      "Halloween is the best time in Griffith. The streets go crazy. And Central Park and downtown is amazing as well!"
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    • DCOY
      "Halloween vibes, you’ll just have to see. A nice quiet town, everything is walkable. It’s super friendly as well. "
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    • Alexandra Rodriguez
      "There are a lot of parks & coffee shops. Also, there a lot of local festivals during the summer. There are always people taking walks and kids practicing sports "
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    • Alexandra Rodriguez
      "People are friendly. But keep your dog in a leash! No one will say anything if you take care of your pet"
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    • Queen Adams
      "The town is great! Close to everything and 30 minutes away from the city. You can also take the train 15 away."
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    • Team Ronsen
      "Lots of events. Rock and rail, synmpohy in park, golf cart friendly, small town parades for 4th and hoco. Friday night lights, Friday farmer market, art fair, blues fest. "
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    • Sharon Rowell
      "I have lived here 10 years. So quiet and peaceful. Most people very respectful and friendly. Nice parks and summer activities. Nice playgrounds. "
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    • Brittany S.
      "It’s a great little small town with a lot of families that have been her for generations. The town is really building up the downtown area to make it a great downtown area for families and young people. They have unique places like twincades and a few delicious small breweries "
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    • Calebblue31
      "Everyone is respectful and friendly. We all keep our property’s clean and it’s very kid friendly. They also have a lot to do. Parks, farmers market, nice downtown "
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    • Sharon R.
      "There are a lot of dogs around. People contain their dogs and keep them in yards. Most people clean up after their pet. Which is a city ordinances."
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    • Valentew1
      "a friendly place to raise a family, very helpful neighbors. and the police are very helpful, small communitie with a great attitude "
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    • Sharon R.
      "There are many families here and plenty of parks and fun things to do in the summer. You don’t see a lot of dogs running lose. And most yards are well maintained "
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    • Piper C.
      "Wonderful community to raise children. Plenty of places to go, things to do: walk, bike trails, parks, etc. Every weekend there are activities planned for the entire community year-around. Excellent school systems, child care facilities & post-generational kid activities."
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    • Valentew1
      "there is alot of people you see walking there dogs. always leashed you see them with bags In there hands to clean up there mess. "
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    • Valentew1
      "there is very good schools in Griffith. It a small town that is fairly close net. There is alot to do around town. "
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    • Piper C.
      "Fantastic place to live and raise a family. Wonderful activities & events hosted by the town for its residents. Safe, welcoming & well-maintained."
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    • Olivia.m.oregan
      "This is a very multicultural community that strives to bring people together. We blindly moved here in March 2019 and fell in love with the community. "
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    • Sharon R.
      "The apartment community and the local parks. Very few dogs run loose. It is a requirement to pick up after your dog"
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    • hey
      "Such a good neighborhood. We Choose to not move out of Griffith and stay because it has become so great!"
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    • Destinyaltman1
      "short car rides, nearest grocery store would be about 5 minutes away. gas stations all near by. some train tracks "
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    • Thomas H.
      "my community access to public transportation. my commute to downtown Chicago takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, door to door."
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    • Starktombe
      "Great town and low crime rate. Police are friendly and seen daily. Shopping is close with anything you may need. Great town activities such as the Rock and Rail with food and many bands, October fest, 4th of July parade, and the Northwest Symphony at Central Park. "
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    • Cleotis1999
      "Safe close to town. Not safe close to Menards. After Colfax going East is not the safest area to be in."
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    • Drew H.
      "Griffith is a nice town to live in, however some spots near gary, and Park West Apartment’s have some crime issues and are pretty sketchy. Try and stay closer to highland or Schererville on the southern end ."
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    Market trends in Griffith

    Last updated August 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
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    Sale-to-List Price
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    Price per sq ft
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    Available listings
    27
    1    MoM

    Home Value

    Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

    Comparable sales

    These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    1504 S Broad St, Griffith, IN
    0.57
    Lot/Land
    $108,000
    02/05/26
    -
    -
    200 W Avenue B, Griffith, IN
    1.22
    Lot/Land
    $60,000
    11/20/25
    -
    -
    138 N Rensselaer St, Griffith, IN
    1.48
    Lot/Land
    $30,000
    01/30/26
    -
    -
    123 S Lillian St, Griffith, IN
    1.77
    Lot/Land
    $29,900
    09/02/26
    -
    -
    7840 Rohrman Rd, Crown Pt, IN
    1.83
    Lot/Land
    $34,000
    11/17/25
    -
    -
    3240 W 53rd Ave, Merrillville, IN
    2.52
    Lot/Land
    $145,000
    06/17/26
    -
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    7680 Williams St, Merrillville, IN
    2.27
    Lot/Land
    $35,000
    07/31/26
    -
    -
    937-1009 N Broad St, Griffith, IN
    2.50
    Lot/Land
    $200,000
    02/02/26
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    -
    3120 W 51st Pl, Gary, IN
    2.58
    Lot/Land
    $30,000
    08/19/26
    -
    -
    6007 Taft Pl, Merrillville, IN
    2.81
    Lot/Land
    $15,000
    07/15/26
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    Nearby home prices

    Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
    Address
    Distance
    Price
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Status
    1228 Sawgrass Dr, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.10
    $295,000
    2
    2
    1,502
    Off Market
    1250 Sawgrass Dr, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.12
    $290,100
    3
    1.5
    1,640
    Off Market
    1252 Sawgrass Dr, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.13
    $283,600
    2
    1.5
    1,640
    Off Market
    1219 Sawgrass Dr, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.13
    $279,200
    2
    2
    1,220
    Off Market
    519 Aster Ln, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.14
    $337,100
    2
    2
    1,584
    Off Market
    531 Clover Ln, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.15
    $308,800
    3
    3
    1,726
    Off Market
    1210 Thistle Dr, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.16
    $349,900
    3
    2.5
    1,749
    Off Market
    1214 Thistle Dr, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.16
    $248,400
    2
    2
    1,333
    Off Market
    1202 Thistle Dr, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.15
    $278,500
    2
    2
    1,546
    Off Market
    1216 Thistle Ave, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.16
    $258,200
    2
    2
    1,333
    Off Market
    1220 Thistle Ave, Griffith, IN 46319
    0.16
    $266,800
    2
    2
    1,389
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Jul 30, 2026
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #843109
    		Listed For Sale
    $249,900
    Mar 4, 2021
    Source: Weichert Pro
    		ListingRemoved
    Sep 4, 2020
    Source: Agent Provided
    		Listed For Sale
    $199,900
    Jul 17, 2020
    Source: Agent Provided
    		ListingRemoved
    $199,900
    Jan 27, 2020
    Source: Agent Provided
    		PriceChange
    $199,900
    Price decreased by 20%

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    Frequently asked questions about 1302 N Jay Ave

    • How big is 1302 N Jay Ave?
      1302 N Jay Ave in Griffith, IN is about 13.8 acres.
    • What is the price per acre for 1302 N Jay Ave?
      1302 N Jay Ave in Griffith, IN is listed at $249,900, or about $20K per acre.
    • What do residents say about Griffith?
      Residents describe Griffith, IN as pedestrian-friendly, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. See homes for sale in Griffith, IN.
    • What are the closest schools to 1302 N Jay Ave?
      The closest schools to 1302 N Jay Ave in Griffith, IN are Homan Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10), Lake Central High School (rated 9/10), Michael Grimmer Middle School (Elementary, rated 8/10).
    1302 N Jay Ave, Griffith, IN 46319 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 30, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 843109.