8560 Forest Ave, Munster, IN 46321
SOLD
OCT 22, 2025

8560 Forest Ave
Munster, IN 46321

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,139 sqft

$220,000

Last Sold: Oct 22, 2025
4% below list $230K
$193/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,340/mo*
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$220,000

Last Sold: Oct 22, 2025
4% below list $230K
$193/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,340/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,139 sqft

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Description

Charming all-brick ranch in Munster! This 2 bed, 1 bath home features gleaming hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms, plus under the bedroom carpet. Full basement with an extra shower and plumbing ready for a second bath. With a bit of updating, this home could truly shine. Conveniently located near dining, schools, parks, shopping, hospital, public pool, and just minutes from the NEW TRAIN STATION for an easy Chicago commute. 1.5-car garage included! New furnace, AC and HWH in 2025!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from October 22, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$193/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 8560 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Bath/Stubbed,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1139 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Sink,Washer HookupRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service, Other
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Wood Frames
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: One
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: Back Yard, PartialExterior: None
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1.5Number of Covered Spaces: 1.5Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1.5Parking: Detached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1139

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1964
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 450624301012000027

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $230,000Price Per Sqft: $193/sqft

Location

Direction & Address
City: MunsterCommunity: Knickerbocker Manor Add 11
School Information
High School District: Munster

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1139 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

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

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 828220Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1139Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1139
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Rita Keelan Bais
Better Homes and Gardens Real, (219) 365-8000
Bought with: Rita Keelan Bais, Better Homes and Gardens Real, (219) 365-8000
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#828220

Price History for 8560 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/22/2025$220,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #828220
09/24/2025$230,000PendingNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #828220
09/24/2025$230,000Listed For SaleNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #828220
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,064
Assessment$260,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8560 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
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249 Briar Ln, Munster, IN
0.31
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$280,000
03/25/26
3
1
1,068
18540 Miller Dr, Lansing, IL
0.33
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$243,000
12/10/25
3
1
1,040
3448 Ann St, Lansing, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$210,000
05/30/25
2
1
936
3466 186th St, Lansing, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$202,000
08/25/25
3
1
835
18434 Wentworth Ave, Lansing, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$270,000
05/30/25
3
2
1,253
18747 Sherman St, Lansing, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$149,000
04/13/26
3
1
1,102
254 Sycamore Ln, Munster, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$264,000
12/16/25
3
2
1,720
26 Timrick Dr, Munster, IN
0.15
Single-Family Home
$326,000
02/06/26
4
2
1,943

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Lansing

At least 338 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 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

  • 55 % 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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  • Agreen145
    "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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  • Jesus
    "Mostly everyone has time for their dogs before and after work. More public parks would be nice these "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love lansing very welcoming neighborhood great for kids and big families to enjoy their home………………"
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  • Felicia.hollie
    "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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  • Jeremy K.
    "Summer "Cruise Nights", public Santa Clause meetups, Muninciple Airport with historic Henry Ford hangar, war veterans memorial, and downtown history walks."
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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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  • Shonda
    "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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  • Normandi D.
    "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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8560 Forest Ave, Munster, IN 46321 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,139 sqft single-family home built in 1964. This property is not currently available for sale. 8560 Forest Ave was last sold on Oct 22, 2025 for $220,000 (4% lower than the asking price of $230,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 8560 Forest Ave is $225,900.