2606 Birch Avenue, Whiting, IN 46394

$233,500
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,735 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 4,880 Status: Active
Current Price: $233,500 List Date: 1/28/2026 Last Modified: 6/02/2026

Overview

Description

Well-maintained and spacious home offering versatile living options in a desirable Whiting location. This property features two kitchens, providing flexibility for extended living arrangements or entertaining. The main level includes a cozy fireplace, a bright day room, and a skylight that enhances natural light throughout the home. The dayroom expands the usable living space and includes a bar area, ideal for gatherings or recreation. The home offers two bathrooms and functional layout options to suit a variety of needs. Located with convenient access to Lake Michigan beaches, local amenities, and nearby colleges, this property presents a unique opportunity for buyers seeking space, functionality, and location. Schedule your showing today to explore all this home has to offer.

Listing Details MLS# 833334

General Property Information

New Construction YN
No
Bedrooms Total
2
Bathrooms Full
2
Bathrooms Total
2
Rooms Total
7
Above Grade Finished Area
1350
Below Grade Finished Area
385
Below Grade Unfinished Area
65
Living Area
1735
Year Built
1949
Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
Yes
Lot Size Acres
0.112
Lot Size Square Feet
4880
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Association YN
No
Waterfront YN
No
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes
Bathrooms Half
0
Bathrooms Three Quarter
0

Property Features

Appliances: None Basement: Partially Finished Cooling: Central Air Fireplace Features: Family Room Flooring: Hardwood Heating: Natural Gas Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s) Levels: 1-Sty/Ranch/Bungalow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA Lot Features: Back Yard Parking Features: Attached Possession: Close Of Escrow Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: Standard Water Source: Public Room Types: Bedroom 2; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Utility Room

Contract Information

Original List Price
235000
Auction YN
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN
No
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Owner Name
Hijazin Zakl A
Occupant Type
Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
2606
Street Name
Birch
Street Suffix
Avenue
County
Lake
State
IN
Postal Code
46394
Subdivision Name
Lake Shore Sub 1

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Well-maintained and spacious home offering versatile living options in a desirable Whiting location. This property features two kitchens, providing flexibility for extended living arrangements or entertaining. The main level includes a cozy fireplace, a bright day room, and a skylight that enhances natural light throughout the home. The dayroom expands the usable living space and includes a bar area, ideal for gatherings or recreation. The home offers two bathrooms and functional layout options to suit a variety of needs. Located with convenient access to Lake Michigan beaches, local amenities, and nearby colleges, this property presents a unique opportunity for buyers seeking space, functionality, and location. Schedule your showing today to explore all this home has to offer.

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-03-09T18:48:28Z
Major Change Type
Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp
2026-03-09T18:48:28Z
Status Change Timestamp
2026-01-28

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Basement 3/4
Yes
Lower Full
Yes
Main Full
2
Upper Full
Yes

Exemption Information

Exemption YN
Yes

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total
Yes
Family Room
Yes

Square Footage Information

Main Level Finished SqFt
1350
Basement Level Finished SqFt
385
Upper Level Finished SqFt
0
Lower Level Finished SqFt
0

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions
Please call listing agent for a showing. Seller will allow buyers in upon request.

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level
Main
Kitchen Level
Basement
Living Room Level
Main
Primary Bedroom Level
Main
Utility Room Level
Main
Bedroom 2
Yes
Kitchen
Yes
Living Room
Yes
Primary Bedroom
Yes
Utility Room
Yes

Location, Tax, and Legal

Tax Annual Amount
534
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
124400
Tax Legal Description
RESUB. BL.3 OF LAKE SHORE SUB. NO.1 CITY OF HAMMOND. LOT 2
Parcel Number
450318231017000023
Township
North
Directions
Take Indianapolis Blvd / US-41 South toward Whiting. Turn east on 119th St, then right (south) onto Birch Ave. Home is on the west side of the street, just south of 119th St.
Census Tract
202

Appliances

None
Yes

Basement

Partially Finished
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes

Flooring

Hardwood
Yes

Heating

Natural Gas
Yes

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes

Levels

1-Sty/Ranch/Bungalow
Yes

Listing Terms

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
FHA
Yes

Lot Features

Back Yard
Yes

Parking Features

Attached
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Special Listing Conditions

Standard
Yes

View

City
Yes

Water Source

Public
Yes

Room Information

Room Name Level Length Width
Primary Bedroom Main 9.00 13.00
Living Room Main 11.00 15.00
Bedroom 2 Main 10.00 11.00
Kitchen Main 14.00 11.00
Sunroom Main 29.00 19.00
Utility Room Main 14.00 9.00
Kitchen Basement 14.00 11.00
Listing Office: Realty of America LLC
Last Updated: June - 02 - 2026
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