7245 Vale Drive, Schererville, IN 46375 (MLS# 846461)

7245 Vale Drive, Schererville, IN 46375

$495,000

Beautiful Brick All Brick Front 3 Bed/3Bath One Level Ranch with attached 2-1/2 Car Garage

Virtual Tour

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_WZN6xbgbs

All Brick over 3200sf of finished living space one level ranch home

2-1/2 Car attached garage with long concrete driveway and beautifully landscaped lawn with lawn sprinkers!

Beautiful walkway to covered front porch with exterior front door, transom window above and 2 sidelights.

Spacious large welcoming foyer with high ceiling, chandelier, hardwood floor & closet.

Spacious 16'x15' Living Room with 12'high Cathedral Ceiling & gas fireplace!

Living Room with Ceiling Fan, recessed can lights & hardwood floors open to Kitchen and Formal Dining Rm.

Open Concept floor plan great for entertaining!

Welcome to this better than new lovely home!

Open concept formal dining area with hardwood floor, tray ceiling & chandelier.

Updated Kitchen includes white cabinets, quartz kitchen counters!

Updated Kitchen includes newer stainless steel appliances, Dishwasher (2026)

White Kitchen cabinets with crown molding, black handles, recessed can lighting, all new lighting!

Kitchen with Quartz Island breakfast bar with new pendant lighting, hardwood flooring, open to living rm & sunroom

Kitchen fridge (2024), Pantry & short trip from the garage to the kitchen.

Area between Kitchen & garage & laundry room.

Updated main floor laundry room with newer black washer & dryer, utility sink, white wall mounted cabinets, shelf & newer vinyl plank flooring.

Gorgeous Sunroom being used as a family room but can also be used as an eat in kitchen area.

Gorgeous Sunroom with 12' high ceiling, ceiling fan/light, Hardwood flooring and Patio doors to backyard deck!

Master Bedroom with custom tray ceiling with chandelier, neutral carpeting and attached private master bath ensuite.

Huge 18'x 13' Master Bedroom with tray ceiling and neutral carpeting.

Luxurious Private Master bath ensuite with whirlpool tub, separate step-in shower with ceramic tiled surrounds and flooring. Private toilet.

Luxurious Private Master bath ensuite with double vanity sink, new sink top, mirror & vanity lights, and huge walk-in closet!

Spacious 14'x12' 2nd Bedroom with double closet, ceiling fan/light, neutral carpeting

Updated Full bath with wide single vanity with new top, wall mounted mirror, vanity light and new vinyl plank floor

Spacious 14'x12' 3rd Bedroom with double closet, ceiling fan/light, neutral carpeting (currently being used as a sitting room but could also be a great office!)

Newer finished basement family room with vinyl plank floors, recessed can lighting & contemporary matte black painted ceilings.

15'x 12' Bar area with wood accent wall, Newer finished basement family room with vinyl plank floors, recessed can lighting & contemporary matte black painted ceilings.

Opposite end of newly finished basement includes this huge recreation, game rm and work out room, Newer finished basement family room with vinyl plank floors, recessed can lighting & contemporary matte black painted ceilings.

Around the corner is the play room, Newer finished basement family room with vinyl plank floors, recessed can lighting & contemporary matte black painted ceilings. The door to the right leads to a huge 42'x 21' unfinished area great for storage.

Newer basement 1/2 bath includes toilet, single sink vanity Newer finished basement family room with vinyl plank floors, recessed can lighting & contemporary matte black painted ceilings. (there is a rough in under the floor to easily add a 3rd shower!

Welcome to your very own backyard oasis! Thru the sunroom patio doors walk onto your double decks great for entertaining!

Rear view of the home from the upper level fenced pool deck.

Enjoy cooling off on hot summer days in your very own 24'diameter pool!

Even with 2 decks, a 24'dia pool and a shed you still have plenty of backyard for parties!

Backyard pool includes all pool equipment.

Keep everything organized with your newer 10'x10' Shed for all your lawn & gardening equipment and pool equipment and toys.

Aerial view of the highly desired Autumn Creek neighborhood of Schererville.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,261 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 11,456 Status: Active - First Right Contingency

Current Price: $495,000 List Date: 10/07/2026 Last Modified: 10/23/2026

Overview

Description

THE ONE YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR! Better than new, beautifully upgraded, and loaded with space—this 3-bedroom, 3-bath Autumn Creek home offers OVER 3,200 FINISHED SQ FT and MAIN-LEVEL LIVING! From the moment you walk in, you'll love the soaring 12' cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, open-concept design and abundance of natural light. The all-brick front and 2½-car garage add to the impressive curb appeal. The UPDATED KITCHEN is a showstopper with crisp white cabinetry, QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, newer stainless-steel appliances, island breakfast bar, pantry and NEW lighting. The gorgeous 12' cathedral-ceiling SUNROOM is currently used as a family room and opens directly to your private backyard oasis! The SPLIT-BEDROOM FLOOR PLAN provides privacy, with a HUGE 18' x 13' primary suite featuring tray ceiling, walk-in closet and luxurious ensuite with whirlpool tub, separate step-in shower, ceramic tile and double vanity with NEW countertop. Two additional spacious bedrooms share an updated ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 846461

General Property Information

New Construction YN: No
Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Rooms Total: 11
Above Grade Finished Area: 2061
Below Grade Finished Area: 1200
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 861
Living Area: 3261
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2004
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Lot Size Acres: 0.263
Lot Size Square Feet: 11456
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Association YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Basement YN: Yes
Fireplace YN: Yes

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Cooktop; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Washer Basement: Bath/Stubbed; Finished; Storage Space; Sump Pump Construction Materials: Brick; Vinyl Siding Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air Electric: 200+ Amp Service; Generator Exterior Features: Private Yard; Storage Fencing: Fenced Fireplace Features: Gas; Gas Log; Living Room Flooring: Carpet; Hardwood; Tile; Vinyl Heating: Central; Forced Air; Natural Gas Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s); Ceiling Fan(s); Double Vanity; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Granite Counters; High Ceilings; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Recessed Lighting; Stone Counters; Tray Ceiling(s); Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s); Whirlpool Tub Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Main Level; Sink; Washer Hookup Levels: 1-Sty/Ranch/Bungalow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Lock Box Information: SentriLock Lot Features: Back Yard; Front Yard; Landscaped; Private Other Structures: Shed(s) Parking Features: Attached; Concrete; Driveway; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Front; Kitchen Level; On Street Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Front Porch; Patio Pool Features: Above Ground Possession: Close Of Escrow Roof: Asphalt; Shingle Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Smoke Detector(s) Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: None Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected View: Neighborhood Water Source: Public Window Features: Blinds Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Other Room; Primary Bedroom; Utility Room

Contract Information

Original List Price: 495000
Auction YN: No
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Occupant Type: Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 7245
Street Name: Vale
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Lake
State: IN
Postal Code: 46375
Subdivision Name: Autumn Creek Ph 01

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks: THE ONE YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR! Better than new, beautifully upgraded, and loaded with space—this 3-bedroom, 3-bath Autumn Creek home offers OVER 3,200 FINISHED SQ FT and MAIN-LEVEL LIVING! From the moment you walk in, you'll love the soaring 12' cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, open-concept design and abundance of natural light. The all-brick front and 2½-car garage add to the impressive curb appeal. The UPDATED KITCHEN is a showstopper with crisp white cabinetry, QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, newer stainless-steel appliances, island breakfast bar, pantry and NEW lighting. The gorgeous 12' cathedral-ceiling SUNROOM is currently used as a family room and opens directly to your private backyard oasis! The SPLIT-BEDROOM FLOOR PLAN provides privacy, with a HUGE 18' x 13' primary suite featuring tray ceiling, walk-in closet and luxurious ensuite with whirlpool tub, separate step-in shower, ceramic tile and double vanity with NEW countertop. Two additional spacious bedrooms share an updated full bath. Main-level laundry includes NEW washer & dryer, cabinetry and utility sink. THE NEWLY FINISHED BASEMENT TAKES THIS HOME TO THE NEXT LEVEL! Enjoy a spacious family room, stylish bar with wood accent wall, game/exercise area, playroom and ½ bath with shower rough-in. LVP flooring, recessed lighting and modern matte-black ceiling create a fantastic finished space. Plus, a MASSIVE 42' x 21' unfinished room offers incredible storage! BIG-TICKET UPDATES = PEACE OF MIND: NEW furnace, A/C & 75-gallon water heater (2026), plus battery backup sump system.Then step outside to your OWN BACKYARD OASIS! Two decks, 24' above-ground pool, white vinyl privacy fence, NEW 10' x 10' shed & a GENERAC WHOLE-HOUSE GENERATOR! Concrete driveway complete this incredible property. PRIME SCHERERVILLE LOCATION just minutes north of US 30! Beautifully maintained, extensively updated & truly move-in ready. ALL THE SPACE, UPDATES & AMENITIES YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR! DON'T WAIT!

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-10-23T01:36:11Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-10-22
Contingent: Active - First Right Contingency
Offer Acceptance Date: 2026-10-22

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Basement 1/2: Yes
Main Full: 2

Exemption Information

Exemption YN: Yes
Exemptions: Homestead

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

Square Footage Information

Main Level Finished SqFt: 2061
Basement Level Finished SqFt: 1200

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions: Owner Occupied-Lock box with permission only-No weekday daytime showings-Sentri lockbox attached to rocking chair on front porch

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen Level: Main
Laundry Level: Main
Living Room Level: Main
Other Room Level: Basement
Primary Bedroom Level: Main
Utility Room Level: Basement

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Living Room	Main	16.00	15.00	Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room	Main	13.00	12.00	Hardwood flooring
Kitchen	Main	14.00	12.00	Hardwood Flooring
Sunroom	Main	14.00	14.00	Hardwood Flooring
Primary Bedroom	Main	18.00	13.00	Neutral Carpeting, Tray Ceiling attached Bath
Bedroom 2	Main	14.00	12.00	Neutral Carpeting, ceiling fan/light
Bedroom 3	Main	13.00	12.00	Neutral Carpeting, ceiling fan/light
Laundry	Main	8.00	6.00	New LVP Flooring, newer washer & dryer
Family Room	Basement	62.00	21.00	Family Rm, Game Rm
Other	Basement	15.00	12.00	Wood accent wall and INCLUDES DRY BAR!
Utility Room	Basement	42.00	21.00	Utility, Mechanical, storage room

Listing Office: McColly Real Estate

Last Updated: October - 23 - 2026

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