8039 Forest Avenue, Munster, IN 46321
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Connections
Listed by: crystal heady
Office: @properties/christie's intl re219-440-0070
MLS#:839658
Source:Northwest Indiana AOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Price summary
- Price:$449,999
- Price per sq. ft.:$187.5
About this home
For over 30 years, this home has been the backdrop for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, & countless cherished memories. Now, this Historic Forest Avenue gem is ready to welcome its next owners. Imagine hosting summer BBQs in your private backyard retreat, gathering with friends on the deck and patio, celebrating holidays in the sun-filled dining room, & unwinding by the fireplace after a long day. More than just a house, this is a place where life's special moments unfold and lasting memories are made. Welcome home to Historic Forest Avenue, where timeless character, warm memories, and modern comfort come together. Offering 4 BEDROOMS with POTENTIAL FOR A 5TH BEDROOM, this SOLID BRICK home features a flexible floor plan ideal for related living, The UPDATED KITCHEN is the heart of the home, complete with GRANITE countertops, GLASS/MARBLE backsplash, UNDER-CABINET lighting, PANTRY with PULL-OUT drawers, & newer appliances. A MAIN LEVEL BEDROOM currently used as an office provides added versatility & could easily accommodate future main-level laundry. Upstairs, the SPACIOUS PRIMARY ENSUITE offers double closets & a private bath, while two additional generously sized bedrooms share a three-quarter bath. The clean, DRY BASEMENT with EPOXY FLOORS provides approximately 1,200 additional square feet ready for storage, recreation, hobbies, or future finishing. Step outside and enjoy your own private escape featuring a DECK, PATIO, FENCED YARD, FRONT SPRINKLER SYSTEM, WROUGHT IRON ELECTRIC GATE with remote access, & an OVERSIZED 3-CAR GARAGE. Buy with confidence knowing major improvements have already been completed, including a NEWLY BUILT 3-CAR GARAGE (2011), NEWER ROOF (2019), NEW AC (2026), UPDATED ELECTRIC & PLUMBING, FRESH PAINT, NEW CARPETING with HARDWOOD FLOORS UNDERNEATH, NEWER DECK BOARDS & RAILINGS, & NEWER APPLIANCES. Located in an AWARD-WINNING SCHOOLS with a SCHOOL BUS STOP at your front door & just minutes from the SOUTH SHORE TRAIN & MAJOR HIGHWAYS....
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Home facts
- Year built:1928
- Listing ID #:839658
- Added:46 day(s) ago
- Updated:July 14, 2026 at 03:32 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:8
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Basement
- Living area:2,400 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1928
- Building area:2,400 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.18 Acres
- Lot Features:Landscaped
- Exterior Features:Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Schools
- High school:Munster High School
- Middle school:Wilbur Wright Middle School
- Elementary school:Eads Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$449,999
- Price per sq. ft.:$187.5
- Tax amount:$3,567 (2024)
Parking
- Parking description:Detached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street, Oversized, Paved
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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