2717 Birch Ave

1,500 Sq. Ft.
$133 / Sq. Ft.
1,500
Sq. Ft.
$133
per Sq. Ft.

Description

2-bedroom ranch home with a full basement in beautiful Whiting/Robertsdale area. The large garage will not disappoint. Amazing, heated garage with 2 overhead doors and plenty of additional storage/workshop room with entry off the alley. Large fenced in back yard with pond and brick patio. Right down the street from the newer Amoco Park. Additional room in the basement for an office/den area. Newer appliances, will stay, additional fridge and chest freezer in basement will stay. Ring cameras and the...2-bedroom ranch home with a full basement in beautiful Whiting/Robertsdale area. The large garage will not disappoint. Amazing, heated garage with 2 overhead doors and plenty of additional storage/workshop room with entry off the alley. Large fenced in back yard with pond and brick patio. Right down the street from the newer Amoco Park. Additional room in the basement for an office/den area. Newer appliances, will stay, additional fridge and chest freezer in basement will stay. Ring cameras and the safe in basement also stays. Close to Lake George and Wolf Lake, so many outdoor activities and walking trails in the area. Close to potential site for new Bears stadium. Great affordable home! Seller will consider FHA offers.

Property Details for 2717 Birch Avenue

Zoning
residential
Subdivision
A B Wilcox 1st Add
Garage # of Cars
3
LISTING UPDATED: 02/20/2026 01:16 PM

Property Details for 2717 Birch Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #830983
Days on Market96
Taxes$1,445 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,960 SF
CountyLake County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Advanced Real Estate, LLC
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Building Information for 2717 Birch Avenue

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,960 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,095 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$974

Property Taxes

$120

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2717 Birch Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: East on 129th from Calumet. North on New York, west on 128th, north on Birch. Home on East side of the street.
  • Cross Street Address: 127th
  • City/Town: Whiting
  • State: IN
  • Township: North
  • ZIP: 46394
  • Latitude: 41.66
  • Longitude: -87.49
  • County: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,445.00
  • APN/Key #: 450318279005000023
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Legal Description: WILCOX 1ST ADD. WHITING N. 20 FT. L.39 BL.1 S. 20 FT. L.40 BL.1
School Information
  • School District: Hammond
Parking
  • Garage Description: Detached, Oversized, Heated Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Alley Access, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 4,960.00
  • Square Footage: 1500.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Acres: .11
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Yard
  • Out Buildings: Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: One
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range
  • Basement Type: Finished, Interior Entry, Full
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 0
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Basement Sq Ft: 750.0
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Heat Type: Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Total # of Rooms: 6
Room 1
  • Room Description: Hardwood floors
  • Room Dimensions: 13.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Description: Hardwood floors
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Description: Wood laminate
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 8.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Description: Hardwood floor
  • Room Dimensions: 16.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Office
Room 6
  • Room Description: Large closet
  • Room Dimensions: 5.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Other

Property History for 2717 Birch Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #830983

$199,900
Nov 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #830983

$205,000
Nov 5, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #683286543

$108,000

+10.4% / yr

Nov 5, 2020

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

$108,000
Nov 5, 2020

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

$108,000
Sep 27, 2020

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

Sep 27, 2020

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

Sep 27, 2020

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

Sep 27, 2020

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

Sep 24, 2020

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

$95,000
Sep 24, 2020

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

$95,000
Nov 14, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #589976240

$73,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/01/2025

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #830983

$199,900
11/18/2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #830983

$205,000
11/05/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #683286543

$108,000

+10.4% / yr

11/05/2020

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

$108,000
11/05/2020

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

$108,000
09/27/2020

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

09/27/2020

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

09/27/2020

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

09/27/2020

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

09/24/2020

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

$95,000
09/24/2020

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #482227

$95,000
11/14/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #589976240

$73,000

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Public Records for 2717 Birch Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$19,900Additions$113,400Total$133,300
Tax Record2024$1,379 ($115 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt750 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt750 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,960 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953Year Renovated2000CountyLAKEAPN45-03-18-279-005.000-023

Schools near 2717 Birch Avenue

This home is within School City Of Hammond.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Henry W Eggers Elementary/Middle School
Public7 to 8

Hammond High School
Public9 to 12

George Rogers Clark Middle/High School
Public6 to 12

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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2717 Birch Avenue is a single family home for sale in Whiting, IN 46394. This property was listed for sale on November 18, 2025 by Advanced Real Estate, LLC, it's currently listed at $199,900. It has been on the market for a total of 96 days and was last sold on November 5, 2020. This listing's school district is School City Of Hammond. Nearby schools include Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Henry W Eggers Elementary/Middle School and Hammond High School. 2717 Birch Avenue is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,500 sqft single family home built in 1953.

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