8511 Forest Ave, Munster, IN 46321
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OFF MARKET

8511 Forest Ave
Munster, IN 46321

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,700 sqft

$445,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,719/mo*
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$445,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,719/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,700 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Description

Welcome to this STUNNING quad-level Munster Home! As soon as you walk into this beautiful home you will see how much care the owners have put into it. The kitchen features gorgeous granite countertops, a granite island and stainless steel appliances along with more than enough space to enjoy dining as well! The bedrooms all feature hardwood flooring and the primary bedroom features an en suite bathroom! As soon you step outside, you"ll see a dream backyard right in time for summer! With a spacious patio, privacy fence, firepit, this home will surely be the spot everyone would want to be this summer! In addition this home offers a newer roof and heating system! On top of all that, this home is also conveniently located minutes from the shopping areas of Munster and offers plenty of choices for restaurants and public parks! Safe to say, this home is an absolute beauty and a must see in person!
8511 Forest Ave, Munster, IN 46321 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,700 sqft single-family home built in 1964. It last sold for the $414,999 asking price on Aug 22, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $445,400, with a rent estimate of $3,210/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2.5 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 8511 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Daylight,Sump Pump,FinishedNumber 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: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2700 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Built-In Gas Range, Washer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dryer, DishwasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Quad-Level
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedExterior: Fire Pit, Storage
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2.5Number of Covered Spaces: 2.5Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2.5Parking: Attached,Driveway,On Street,Garage Door Opener
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: 75
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1460

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1964
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 450624302003.000027

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $414,999

Location

Direction & Address
City: MunsterCommunity: Knickerbocker Manor 7th Add

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2700 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10497.96 sqft

Offer

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

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 805538Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1460
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Adrian Alvarez
Realty Executives Premier, (219) 462-2224
Alexander Nickla
Bought with: Juanita Nunez, McColly Real Estate, (219) 934-6300
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#805538

Price History for 8511 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/22/2024$415,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #805538
06/18/2024$414,999Listed For SaleNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #805538
05/04/2015$249,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #363799
02/10/2015$264,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/09/2015$269,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/02/2008$250,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #206039
04/13/2008$264,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/15/2008$269,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/25/2008$274,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Munster

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$360K
$2.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$178
$7MoM
Available listings
95
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,402
Assessment$431,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8511 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8516 Moraine Ave, Munster, IN
0.03
Single-Family Home
$383,000
09/11/25
3
1.5
2,920
8549 Forest Ave, Munster, IN
0.09
Single-Family Home
$375,000
11/26/25
3
2.5
2,626
8452 Forest Ave, Munster, IN
0.06
Single-Family Home
$328,900
07/28/25
3
1.5
1,995
8612 Hohman Ave, Munster, IN
0.16
Single-Family Home
$374,900
04/07/26
4
2.5
2,844
18358 Willow Ln, Lansing, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$354,900
06/01/26
4
2.5
2,721
8546 Hohman Ave, Munster, IN
0.12
Single-Family Home
$295,000
06/24/26
3
2
2,327
218 Lawndale Dr, Munster, IN
0.17
Single-Family Home
$360,000
05/29/26
4
2
2,544
8630 Hohman Ave, Munster, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$445,000
07/10/26
4
3
3,433
218 Sunset Ln, Munster, IN
0.17
Single-Family Home
$350,000
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,816
245 Sycamore Ln, Munster, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$330,000
09/05/25
3
1.5
1,799

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What Locals Say about Munster

At least 179 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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    "Tons of new families in the area . Great schools great sense of community. Some things need improvement but overall good "
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    "There are many families, close knit community, various parks. Very safe neighborhood, still take caution of course. Beautiful area with great people. "
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  • Brittany Naleway
    "Neighborhoods def changing since Chicago people are deciding to move down this way to save money….. becoming more of an expensive mini Chicago now. "
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    "Great area and friendly people low crime rate and well maintained. Great parks nearby. Close to high way "
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    "Nice commute easy access to expressway. Normally it depends on what time you leave in the day you can get on the expressway and have minimal traffic."
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    "Neighborhood is very dog friendly everyone pretty much maintain their dogs and their dog droppings. There are plenty areas or you can go alone and just let the dogs run around."
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  • Rich Burrell
    "My neighborhood is great everyone looks out for each other. People wave while walking beautiful trees and well maintained yards "
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  • Robert
    "Quiet, comfortable, and safe. It has all the convenience of a bigger city within minutes away. Also has the best schools."
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    "New to the community. So far so good. Nice and quiet with great neighbors. Well kept homes and lawns. "
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  • Charel
    "Dog owners would love it. Plenty of parks around to walk dogs. They're are always people walking their dogs. Munster is very pet friendly. "
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  • Steveshomerepair1236
    "Great schools, low crime, clean and quiet The only drawback is the subway in Munster sucks. Other than that life is good"
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  • Amanda P.
    "A lot of friendly people walk their dogs and stop to talk. We all pretty much pick up after our pets. Neighbors are also great about trying to reconnect lost pets with owners!!"
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  • Laurenbredditt
    "Great place for dog owners; Everyone is always out walking their dogs. I believe there is even a dog park"
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    "I lived in this neighborhood for years and it’s quite safe friendly area schools are great sidewalks are great parks and bike trails are close "
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  • Felipejs67
    "We have summer concerts, soccer leagues for kids. Schools are great, movies in the park, community Pool."
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  • Arleen P.
    "Big dog park in community; mature trees in some areas. Dog friendly community and dog owners are supportive to keeping dogs safe."
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  • Dan.dehaven
    "Munster is a nice neighborhood and community. We enjoy the high school sporting events of cross country, track and especially basketball. Great programs and coaches. "
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    "Mostly everyone here has a dog or dogs in this area so it’s dog friendly area just make sure you clean up after your pet "
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  • Me!
    "Awesome schools, parks system is amazing! Centennial Park is an awesome facility and the little league fields are out of this world!"
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  • Lisa C. .
    "is very inviting for families Babolat events that go on with the school district the homes are always will cast everything is within walking distance it's a nice town to grow old in."
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    "There are plenty of parks and activity for pets. Most dog owners are friendly along with their pets. There are a lot of dogs in subdivisions so there can be a lot of barking through fences and traffic during walks. "
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    "This isn’t my neighborhood I’m just visiting and have no opinion about this question, what makes your neighborhood unique. "
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  • Jurincie
    "Great schools, beautiful parks with sports for kids, walking,biking trails, close to Chicago. Many restaurants "
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  • Felipejs67
    "No public transportation in the neighbourhood. You need a car to get anywhere. I drive ten minutes to work. Very quick."
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  • Milton B.
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  • My W.
    "i feel safe here and the school systems are great. I never had any problems and my neighbors are friendly. "
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  • Maggie
    "Driving to Chicago can be busy due to traffic and ongoing construction but can be rather easy if leaving early"
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  • Tsataroslaw
    "Munster has a wonderful Brews and Bites event yearly at St. Thomas More Catholic School. Munster is also home to the Ale Fest annually. The Parks District has excellent community events for all ages. "
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  • Sharon W.
    "We have neighborhood events, movies, concerts, etc. there are also wonderful schools, parks, and stores all in walking distance."
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    "They are all friendly and love having lots of fun and relaxing with good intentions. A place where your kids can have fun c"
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    "Full of kids, see them all out running around enjoying all the new parks in the area. People wave at you as they drive by. everyone keeos up their yards nicely. Love love love it!!!"
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    "Great schools and friendly neighborhood, many green spaces, parks, walking trail to restaurants, near train station to Chicago."
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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-07-16 05:17:36 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Click here for more information