8540 Forest Ave, Munster, IN 46321
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OFF MARKET

8540 Forest Ave
Munster, IN 46321

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,127 sqft

$356,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026

$356,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,127 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1960
Living Area
2,127 sqft
Price/Sqft
$168
Parking
Garage

About this House

Everything about this REMODELED RANCH will make you HAPPY! The BAY WINDOW lets SUNLIGHT show REFINISHED HARDWOOD in the LIVING ROOM with its STONE FIREPLACE,while BUILT-IN SHELVING defines the DINING AREA. The BRIGHT, IMMACULATE KITCHEN features STAINLESS APPLIANCES, WHITE CABINETS, and a COZY SEATING NOOK with EXTRA STORAGE in its benches. THE PERFECTLY RETRO main bath has UPDATED LIGHTING and a NEW CERAMIC FLOOR. CEILING FANS keep all three bedrooms breezy,and the generous closets help with organization. Wait until you see the FINISHED BASEMENT('11), with its REC ROOM, 3/4 BATH and SECLUDED OFFICE. Don't forget the LAUNDRY area and closets, offering EVEN MORE STORAGE. The AWESOME BACK YARD is FENCED and the JUST RENOVATED KIWANIS PARK is right down the block. Newer items include: ROOF('13),WINDOWS('14,)FURNACE('11,)AC('15),SUMP BACK-UP('16),LIGHTING('16), and STAINLESS('16)! Munster offers FINE SCHOOLS and a GREAT COMMUTE. LOVE the HOUSE - LOVE the NEIGHBORHOOD - LOVE the TOWN!
8540 Forest Ave, Munster, IN 46321 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,127 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It last sold for $232,000 on Jun 30, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $356,800, with a rent estimate of $2,477/month.

Home Details for 8540 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147 sqft

Price History for 8540 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/30/2017$232,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #414724
05/20/2017$235,000PendingAgent Provided
05/19/2017$235,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/23/2013$149,900Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #332292
07/23/2013$149,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/10/2013$149,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/01/2005$170,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #135702

Market trends in Lansing

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$204K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$152
$7MoM
Available listings
139
9MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,975
Assessment$325,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8540 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8546 Hohman Ave, Munster, IN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$295,000
06/24/26
3
2
2,327
8516 Moraine Ave, Munster, IN
0.08
Single-Family Home
$383,000
09/11/25
3
1.5
2,920
8549 Forest Ave, Munster, IN
0.04
Single-Family Home
$375,000
11/26/25
3
2.5
2,626
254 Sycamore Ln, Munster, IN
0.29
Single-Family Home
$264,000
12/16/25
3
2
1,720
44 Timrick Dr, Munster, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$359,000
04/28/26
3
2
2,068
8423 Hohman Ave, Munster, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$374,900
07/16/26
3
1.5
2,312
218 Sunset Ln, Munster, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$350,000
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,816
245 Sycamore Ln, Munster, IN
0.26
Single-Family Home
$330,000
09/05/25
3
1.5
1,799
26 Timrick Dr, Munster, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$326,000
02/06/26
4
2
1,943
250 Sycamore Ln, Munster, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$329,900
07/29/26
3
1.5
1,822

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Lansing

At least 339 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 38 % Say there are community events

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    "Dog park is nice. People leash their dogs. People look out for each other’s pets and the lpd will take care of your animal if found "
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    "Quiet, clean. Great police, good schools, never had any violence or disturbances to my property or family."
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    "Easy access to the eway, cheap gas stations. Lots of stores and restaurants. Very nice community. Police are always out. "
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  • Sherman
    "Been living in this community 14 years never had any problems it’s a great place to live and grow your family "
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  • Keaira Miles
    "Lots of kids. Good place to be , lots of restaurants and shopping places. Safe, fun, friendly, quite, "
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  • Rena Jones
    "The town does have public transportation and the area where it is had plenty of stores and restaurants "
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  • Nicole.dorsey
    "Some people don’t pick up after there dogs and it can get very annoying when you are out walking your fur baby"
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    "I love lansing very welcoming neighborhood great for kids and big families to enjoy their home………………"
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    "Grew up out here and loved the neighborhood and community environment.. kid friendly.. maintained and watched neighborhood.. there odds care in this area"
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  • Whitley Hayes
    "Nothing it’s a wonderful area to walk your pet. There is plenty of free space for your furry friend to play and run around. "
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  • Katelyn V. K.
    "We have an autumn fest every year. We also have a new facility called fox pointe that is used for the community to have concerts and movie nights. "
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  • Ricco S.
    "House music festival (baseball fields area) Ma Auntie Fest (TBA) Classic Car shows Red Fest (TBD) "
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  • Veronica C.
    "Peaceful for the most part. Pretty clean. Neighbors are friendly. For the most part, a safe neighborhood."
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  • Fairls47
    "block parties, events from the church, and barbecues. We should be building bonds and asking each other for help. "
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  • Lakishatoy
    "There are summer concerts and car shows and parades. Downtown Lansing has shops and eateries and pur parks have newer playgrounds and dog walks "
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  • Veronica C.
    "There are only certain areas in Lansing in which I feel are completely safe. Other than that, the parks are clean and well kept and the schools seem really great. It’s quiet for the more part as well."
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  • Woodardterrance27
    "Great place to live. Incredibly family friendly. Quiet peaceful community and tightly controlled area. "
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  • Becky P.
    "Block parties usually, very neighborly. Ridge Road also has 3 Cruise Nights each summer, the new amphitheater provides many events including craft fairs, music, food carts, and more."
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  • Brandi
    "That it’s a nice location to stay at but some areas are better than others but it’s a lot of parks and different things around to keep yourself occupied "
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  • Lorraine B.
    "I feel it’s important to know that the schooling in the Lansing district is great. My 2 boys both go to school in this area and I just love it "
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  • Jordynsc6
    "in my opinion it's a quiet neighborhood. it's good for schooling, and groceries. I lived here my whole life "
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  • Morroccosmith
    "It’s quiet but they steal packages, there are barely any sidewalks or public transportation bus stops. "
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  • CatererII
    "Vast selection of well maintained condos in the South Suburbs! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
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  • Tamayaware
    "always a calm neighborhood and good schools are close. has all the amenities of a small town.......... "
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  • Heatherbluma7
    "There are alot of activities for kids in the town..festivals..parades...concerts..nice small parks. "
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  • Tamikka J.
    "We have festivals, concerts, a lot of family events it’s very neighborly. Small coffee shops. Downtown Lansing has events posted in the neighborhood newsletters. Halloween is safe and exciting for the kids. Homeowners have bomb fires "
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  • Elliot V.
    "They have an annual Lansing Fest, I’ve only gone once. They also have an October night bike ride I may participate in. They also have weekend old automobiles that show up on the main BLVD."
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  • Angela M.
    "It’s a great neighborhood. I wouldn’t say there’s many parks in the neighborhood. There are a lot of dog owners where I stay, but most are in gates. There are sidewalks in the neighborhood and people that watch over others."
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  • Jason G.
    "It is a good community but some spot are higher then the next but nice quiet neighborhood too live at "
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  • Marlena.d.morgan
    "Everything, very pet and kid friendly neighborhood. Have lived here since 2004 and I love our country community"
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  • Joanne W.
    "This is a dog friendly neighbor hood. Many people walk their dogs. There is a park nearby to walk to also. There are many fenced properties which provide a running area for the pets."
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  • Joanne W.
    "Flanagin Lake is nearby. Close to expressways, shopping, Indiana and Lansing has a new Pavillon for concerts with a built in sound system on Ridge Road."
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  • Thomas.akeylah
    "Very safe and good neighborhood for families. School district and the community is friendly and welcoming."
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  • Shawna0687
    "This is a very family oriented area with parks and walking trails. The fireworks are beautiful in July and there are parades on Ridge Road"
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    "I’m new here but there are a lot of things in walking distance from me. I see buses but not sure about the train. "
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  • Timcasson
    "Lansing has a lot of good neighborhoods that have sidewalks that are well lit. There are already a lot of dog owners including myself that walk their dog daily all over Lansing."
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    "There are people with animals all ths time. Very friendly neighborhood with lots of children. I feel safe in my neighborhood."
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Frequently asked questions about 8540 Forest Ave

  • What is 8540 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8540 Forest Ave in Munster, IN is $356,800.
  • What is the price history for 8540 Forest Ave?
    8540 Forest Ave in Munster, IN last sold for $232,000 in June 2017.
  • Is Munster a buyer's or seller's market?
    Munster is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Munster?
    The median sale price in Munster is $204K. That is up $3.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 8540 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8540 Forest Ave in Munster, IN has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 8540 Forest Ave?
    The lot at 8540 Forest Ave in Munster, IN is about 0.21 acres (9,148 sq ft).