8000 Forest Ave

2,846 Sq. Ft.
$197 / Sq. Ft.
2,846
Sq. Ft.
$197
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect balance of space, comfort, and privacy. Set on almost 2 acres, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home has so much to offer. The spacious master suite features a relaxing hot tub bathtub, while the main floor includes a welcoming family room with a cozy fireplace, a massive kitchen, recreation room and a formal dining room--perfect for gatherings. The walkout basement is an entertainer's dream with a movie room, cedar closet, and a workshop for hobbies or projects....This one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect balance of space, comfort, and privacy. Set on almost 2 acres, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home has so much to offer. The spacious master suite features a relaxing hot tub bathtub, while the main floor includes a welcoming family room with a cozy fireplace, a massive kitchen, recreation room and a formal dining room--perfect for gatherings. The walkout basement is an entertainer's dream with a movie room, cedar closet, and a workshop for hobbies or projects. An attached 3-car garage, plenty of room to roam, and a peaceful setting that makes this property feel like your own retreat. Schedule a showing today and see why this unique home is truly one of a kind!
  1. Listed by Eric Lopez • RE/MAX Realty Associates
    P: (219)-798-3181 C: (219)-798-3181 ericlopezre@gmail.com

Property Details for 8000 Forest Avenue

Subdivision
none
Garage # of Cars
3
LISTING UPDATED: 02/06/2026 12:44 PM

Property Details for 8000 Forest Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #826884
Days on Market149
Taxes$7,193 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1987
Lot Size1.89 AC / 82,111 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 8000 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1987Building Size-Lot Size1.89 AC / 82,111 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,329 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,729

Property Taxes

$599

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8000 Forest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Grand to forest, east to home
  • City/Town: Gary
  • State: IN
  • Township: Calumet
  • ZIP: 46403
  • Latitude: 41.61
  • Longitude: -87.24
  • County: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $7,193.00
  • APN/Key #: 450533156020000004
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Legal Description: ROBERT BARTLETTS MARQUETTE PARK ESTATES LOTS 173 TO 176
Parking
  • Garage Description: Garage Faces Side
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 82,111.00
  • Square Footage: 2846.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Acres: 1.89
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Lot Description: Other
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Levels: Two
Interior Features
  • Appliances: None
  • Basement Type: Walk-Out Access
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 0
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Total # Fireplaces: 1
  • Heat Type: Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Soaking Tub
  • Total # of Rooms: 11
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 20.0 x 15.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Description: Fireplace
  • Room Dimensions: 17.0 x 20.0
  • Room Type: Great Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 17.0 x 16.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 11.0 x 19.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 18.0 x 15.0
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 15.0 x 20.0
  • Room Type: Media Room
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 8.0 x 8.0
  • Room Type: Utility Room
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 20.0 x 20.0
  • Room Type: Other

Property History for 8000 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 6, 2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #826884

$560,000
Dec 18, 2025

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #826884

$580,000
Aug 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #826884

$600,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/06/2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #826884

$560,000
12/18/2025

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #826884

$580,000
08/29/2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #826884

$600,000

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

Public Records for 8000 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$160,100Additions$299,500Total$459,600
Tax Record2024$7,253 ($604 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,846 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,846 SqFtStories2Lot Size82,111 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987Year Renovated1995CountyLAKEAPN45-05-33-156-020.000-004Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8000 Forest Avenue

This home is within Gary Community School Corp.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Banneker Elementary at Marquette
PublicK to 5

Gary Middle School
Public6 to 8

West Side Leadership Academy
Public9 to 12

Gary Virtual Academy
PublicK to 12

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8000 Forest Avenue is a single family home for sale in Gary, IN 46403. This property was listed for sale on August 29, 2025 by RE/MAX Realty Associates, it's currently listed at $560,000. This listing's school district is Gary Community School Corp. Nearby schools include Banneker Elementary at Marquette, Gary Middle School and West Side Leadership Academy. 8000 Forest Avenue is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,846 sqft single family home built in 1987.

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