8500 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
OFF MARKET

$455,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,116 sqft (on 0.87 acres)

8500 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Marquette Park
Est. Refi. Payment $2,899/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 29, 2024 for $436,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$455K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+2.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$23K (+5.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +165% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$459K
August 2026$463K
July 2026$460K
June 2026$465K
May 2026$469K
April 2026$464K
March 2026$457K
February 2026$454K
January 2026$446K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8400 Forest Ave, Gary, IN
0.05
Single-Family Home
$370,000
03/25/26
4
2
2,416
8411 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN
0.15
Single-Family Home
$203,500
05/29/26
3
1.5
2,471
8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN
0.30
Single-Family Home
$525,000
04/10/26
3
3
2,846
832 N Vanderburg St, Gary, IN
0.31
Single-Family Home
$470,000
08/28/26
3
3
3,477
540 N Tippecanoe Pl, Gary, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$320,000
10/03/25
4
2
2,518
8120 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$272,723
02/03/26
4
2
2,256
717 N Randolph St, Gary, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$335,000
09/08/26
4
2
2,113
1025 N Vanderburg St, Gary, IN
0.42
Single-Family Home
$415,000
02/26/26
3
3
3,780
7238 Ash Ave, Gary, IN
0.78
Single-Family Home
$300,000
01/15/26
3
2
3,000
9201 Juniper Ave, Gary, IN
0.47
Single-Family Home
$200,600
08/12/26
3
2.5
3,330

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
8400 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.05
$370,000
4
2
2,416
Recently Sold
631 N Shelby St, Gary, IN 46403
0.06
$361,700
4
3.5
3,846
Off Market
682 Tippecanoe St, Gary, IN 46403
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
8611 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.14
$393,600
3
2
2,462
Off Market
669 N Tippecanoe St, Gary, IN 46403
0.14
$449,600
3
2
2,704
Off Market
8411 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.15
$203,500
3
1.5
2,471
Recently Sold
8234 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.16
$269,500
3
2.5
1,648
Off Market
8210 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.17
$160,000
3
1
2,168
Recently Sold
801 N Shelby St, Gary, IN 46403
0.17
$280,000
2
2
1,600
For Sale
8225 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.18
$329,000
4
2
2,184
Off Market
8231 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.19
$257,800
3
1.5
1,770
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1950
0.87 acre lot
3,116 sqft
$146/sqft
Carport

About this House

Mediterranean Cabin in Miller Beach! With over 3000 finished sqft & situated on a jumbo wooded lot of nearly an acre, this re-imagined 3 bed, 2 bath Mid-Century has been professionally renovated, has a new AC, has a stone fireplace and features picture windows in each room. Turnkey with most furnishings included! New Kitchen w/custom tilework & stainless appliances, New Bathroom with a walk-in shower and soaker tub and large bedrooms with plenty of storage. Little luxuries include hand-painted tile, Alderwood doors, a washer and dryer both upstairs and down as well as a sundeck, storage shed and a true retreat for a backyard. The basement offers additional high-end living space and includes a spacious & finished laundry room with shower and a new half bath across the hall. The gym can also be converted to a 4th bedroom. With the fridge and plumbing already roughed for a kitchen, the basement could be used as an accessory unit or to age in place. Ideal Vacation rental!
8500 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,116 sqft single-family home in Marquette Park, built in 1950. It last sold for $436,500 on Jul 29, 2024 (3% below the $450,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $455,200, with a rent estimate of $1,760/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Sam Geraci
INcoast Homes LLC, (773) 983-1904
Bought with: Michael Bill Smith, @properties/Christie's Intl RE, (219) 531-2288
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#805681

Home Details for 8500 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,DaylightNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3116 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Microwave, DryerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Great Room, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: OneAccessibility: Enhanced Accessible
View
Has a ViewView: Forest, Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: DeckFencing: Partial CrossExterior: Lighting, Private Yard
Parking & Garage
Has a CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Carport,Off Street
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: 265
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1781

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 450533156052.000004

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $450,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: GaryCommunity: Robert Bartletts Marquette Park
School Information
High School District: Gary

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3116 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.87 acres

Offer

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

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 805681Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1781Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1335

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 29, 2024
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #805681
Sold
$436,500
Jun 21, 2024
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #805681
Listed For Sale
$450,000
Nov 22, 2022
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #515029
ListingRemoved
Oct 27, 2022
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #515029
PriceChange
$445,000
Price decreased by 2%
Aug 30, 2022
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #515029
Listed For Sale
$455,000

Market trends in Gary

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$136K
$2.18KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$98
$1MoM
Available listings
303
47MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Marquette Park
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What Locals Say about Marquette Park

At least 38 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there's wildlife

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

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

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 32 % Say there are community events

  • 23 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Lancegorman09
    "great beach area. friendly and a community on the up tick for referring homes. Great year round place to live "
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  • Lancegorman09
    "Beach lake park dunes sun fun great views happy place kindness special people love Indiana first flight. "
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  • Lancegorman09
    "The beach and dunes . Mostly permanent residents however some VBRO in this neighborhood. Very friendly neighborhood. A great deal of outdoor activities. "
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  • Andre S.
    "Lake events, movie in the park, lake street festival, air show, mini concerts, beach workout. Farmers market"
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  • Valerie
    "We have had neighborhood walks, cookouts, and lawn cleanup days. Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes are a few blocks from where I stay. There have been sponsored Earth Days in our neighborhood. Marquette Park and Pavilion are also within walking distance. "
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  • Saraspruth
    "My neighborhood has public transportation and great electric train that takes you to Chicago or other Indiana locations. "
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  • Valerie
    "The neighborhood is great, and just a short walk to Lake Michigan. The drive to downtown Chicago is about 30-40 minutes or one can commute by train. You can walk ~15 minutes to the stop or drive and park in under 5 minutes. "
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  • Buck7932
    "Beach access, restaurants, art, farmer’s market, shops, great neighbors, dog friendly, people friendly."
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  • Antonio D.
    "im a friendly helpful guy i have a car and im a cna i love meeting new people and combo with different folks. "
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  • Russellwillis50
    "There is only one grocery store in this area. You have to go to the other end of Gary for a decent one, or completely outside the city to really find what you're looking for. "
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  • Rbleverett
    "Unlimited access to the beach and great restaurants that you are walkable. Also, the parks have trails and beautiful scenery. "
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Frequently asked questions about 8500 Forest Ave

  • What is 8500 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8500 Forest Ave in Gary, IN is $455,200.
  • What is the price history for 8500 Forest Ave?
    8500 Forest Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $436,500 in July 2024.
  • Is Gary a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gary is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Gary?
    The median sale price in Gary is $136K. That is down $2.18K from the prior month.
  • Does 8500 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8500 Forest Ave in Gary, IN has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 8500 Forest Ave have a yard?
    Yes, 8500 Forest Ave in Gary, IN has a yard.

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