249 Briar Ln

1,068 Sq. Ft.
$271 / Sq. Ft.
1,068
Sq. Ft.
$271
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Well maintained, updated, freshly painted ranch home a few blocks to the new South Shore train station in desirable Munster IN. Enter home to find the original hard wood floors and newer windows with built-in blinds throughout the home. Updated Kitchen has plenty of cabinets with decorative lighting, ceramic flooring, stone backsplash. All stainless-steel appliances, dishwasher is newer. Dining room is open concept to the living room perfect for entertaining. Updated bath with ceramic flooring built...Well maintained, updated, freshly painted ranch home a few blocks to the new South Shore train station in desirable Munster IN. Enter home to find the original hard wood floors and newer windows with built-in blinds throughout the home. Updated Kitchen has plenty of cabinets with decorative lighting, ceramic flooring, stone backsplash. All stainless-steel appliances, dishwasher is newer. Dining room is open concept to the living room perfect for entertaining. Updated bath with ceramic flooring built in medicine cabinet. Daylight basement ready to double your space with potential to add additional bathroom. Central air conditioning new in 2016, hot water heater 2017. Large Backyard has a newer fencing and decking which adds outdoor charm and great for entertaining. Detached 2 car garage with garage door opener. Newer concrete driveway. Home is close to shopping, entertainment, and expressway for easy commute to Chicago. Home is in move-in ready condition and shows pride in ownership! (Note: vintage ceiling light fixture in basement not included with sale of home, will be removed).
  1. Listed by Maureen Jones • McColly Real Estate
    P: (219)-781-6155 C: (219)-781-6155 maureen.jones@mccolly.com
  2. Listed by John Jones • McColly Real Estate
    P: (219)-688-8710 C: (219)-688-8710 john.jones@mccolly.com

Property Details for 249 Briar Lane

Subdivision
Knickerbocker Manor 1st Add
Garage # of Cars
2
LISTING UPDATED: 02/24/2026 08:54 AM

Property Details for 249 Briar Lane

StatusActive
MLS #831090
Days on Market96
Taxes$2,881 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,400 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 249 Briar Lane

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,400 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,649 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,409

Property Taxes

$240

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 249 Briar Lane

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: North on Calumet Ave to Ridge Rd. West to Manor Ave turn left (south)To Briar Lane turn Right home on north side of street.
  • City/Town: Munster
  • State: IN
  • Township: North
  • ZIP: 46321
  • Latitude: 41.56
  • Longitude: -87.52
  • County: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,881.00
  • APN/Key #: 450624181023000027
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Legal Description: KNICKERBOCKER MANOR 1ST ADD. TO MUNSTER L.14 BL.3
School Information
  • Junior High School: Wilbur Wright Middle School
  • Grade School: Eads Elementary School
  • High School: Munster High School
  • School District: Munster
Parking
  • Garage Description: Detached, Driveway, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 8,400.00
  • Square Footage: 1068.0
  • Acres: .19
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Landscaped
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Levels: One
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Interior Entry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 0
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: None
  • Total # of Rooms: 6
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 16.0 x 16.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 8.5 x 8.5
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 13.0 x 11.5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 9.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3

Property History for 249 Briar Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 24, 2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$289,000
Feb 2, 2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$299,000
Jan 6, 2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$309,000
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$319,000
Nov 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$329,000
Apr 7, 2023

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$255,000
Apr 7, 2023

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$255,000
Apr 6, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533499066

$255,000
Mar 3, 2023

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$265,000
Mar 3, 2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

Mar 3, 2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

Mar 3, 2023

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

Mar 3, 2023

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

Jan 30, 2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

Nov 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$299,900
Nov 23, 2022

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$299,900
Nov 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$265,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/24/2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$289,000
02/02/2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$299,000
01/06/2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$309,000
12/01/2025

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$319,000
11/21/2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #831090

$329,000
04/07/2023

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$255,000
04/07/2023

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$255,000
04/06/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533499066

$255,000
03/03/2023

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$265,000
03/03/2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

03/03/2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

03/03/2023

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

03/03/2023

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

01/30/2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

11/23/2022

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$299,900
11/23/2022

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$299,900
11/23/2022

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #522916

$265,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 249 Briar Lane

Taxable ValueLand$44,500Additions$189,200Total$233,700
Tax Record2024$2,680 ($223 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,068 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,068 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,400 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956Year Renovated1995CountyLAKEAPN45-06-24-181-023.000-027

Schools near 249 Briar Lane

This home is within School Town Of Munster.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
James B Eads Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wilbur Wright Middle School
Public6 to 8

Munster High School
Public9 to 12

Ernest R Elliott Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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249 Briar Lane is a single family home for sale in Munster, IN 46321. This property was listed for sale on November 21, 2025 by McColly Real Estate, it's currently listed at $289,000. It has been on the market for a total of 96 days and was last sold on April 7, 2023. This listing's school district is School Town Of Munster. Nearby schools include James B Eads Elementary School, Wilbur Wright Middle School and Munster High School. 249 Briar Lane is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,068 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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