7700 Forest Avenue, Gary, IN 46403 (MLS# 814291)

7700 Forest Avenue, Gary, IN 46403

$780,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,888 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 43,560 Status: Closed

Current Price: $780,000 List Date: 12/25/2024 Last Modified: 1/27/2026

Overview

Description

Step into this stunning, fully rebuilt home situated on a pristine 1-acre lot in a sought-after neighborhood, just minutes from the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan. Offering over 4,000 square feet of living space, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath home seamlessly blends modern amenities with timeless character. As you step into the spacious foyer, you'll be greeted by an oversized formal dining room and a modern office, complete with a cozy fireplace. Beyond that, discover the generously sized butler's pantry—perfect for hosting and holiday preparations. The chef's kitchen is a showstopper, featuring gourmet appliances, an oversized island, and an open concept that flows effortlessly into the great room. With vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, and a wall of windows overlooking the expansive backyard and deck, this space was made for gathering. Need even more room to entertain? The lower level boasts a family room spanning over 500 square feet, along with a convenient powder room. Head upst ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 814291

General Property Information

New Construction YN: No
Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 2
Bathrooms Total: 4
Rooms Total: 12
Accessibility Features YN: No
Above Grade Finished Area: 3200
Below Grade Finished Area: 688
Living Area: 3888
Year Built: 1968
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Lot Size Acres: Yes
Lot Size Square Feet: 43560
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: 171x251
Association YN: No
Basement YN: No
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Range Hood; Washer Cooling: Central Air Exterior Features: Private Yard; Rain Gutters Heating: Natural Gas Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Crown Molding; Double Vanity; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Stone Counters; Walk-In Closet(s) Levels: 3-Sty or more Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan Lock Box Information: SentriLock Lot Features: Back Yard; Front Yard; Landscaped; Paved; Wooded Parking Features: Additional Parking; Attached; Garage Door Opener Possession: Close Of Escrow Sewer: Public Sewer View: Trees/Woods Water Source: Public Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Dining Room; Family Room; Great Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Office; Other Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price: 799900
Auction YN: No
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Owner Name: Blue Wave Renovators LLC
Occupant Type: Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 7700
Street Name: Forest
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Lake
State: IN
Postal Code: 46403
Subdivision Name: Robert Bartletts Marquette Park

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks: Step into this stunning, fully rebuilt home situated on a pristine 1-acre lot in a sought-after neighborhood, just minutes from the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan. Offering over 4,000 square feet of living space, this 4-bedroom, 4-bath home seamlessly blends modern amenities with timeless character. As you step into the spacious foyer, you'll be greeted by an oversized formal dining room and a modern office, complete with a cozy fireplace. Beyond that, discover the generously sized butler's pantry—perfect for hosting and holiday preparations. The chef's kitchen is a showstopper, featuring gourmet appliances, an oversized island, and an open concept that flows effortlessly into the great room. With vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, and a wall of windows overlooking the expansive backyard and deck, this space was made for gathering. Need even more room to entertain? The lower level boasts a family room spanning over 500 square feet, along with a convenient powder room. Head upstairs to find the luxurious primary suite, complete with a walk-in closet outfitted with organizers and a spa-like bath. Three additional bedrooms and another full bath complete the upper level, offering plenty of space for everyone. This home also features an oversized 2-car attached garage and a circular driveway, providing both convenience and curb appeal. Every detail in this home has been carefully considered—no expense was spared. Schedule your private showing today and make this remarkable home yours!

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2025-02-14T22:43:36Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Status Change Timestamp: 2025-02-14
Offer Acceptance Date: 2025-01-13
Close Date: 2025-02-14
Close Price: 780000
Concessions: No
Buyer Financing: Conventional

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Main 1/2: Yes
Main Full: Yes
Upper 1/2: Yes

Exemption Information

Exemption YN: No

Square Footage Information

Upper Level Finished SqFt: 1200
Main Level Finished SqFt: 2000
Lower Level Finished SqFt: 688
Above Grade Unfinished SqFt: 3688

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions: Sentrilock

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room Level: Lower
Great Room Level: Main
Kitchen Level: Main
Laundry Level: Main
Office Level: Main
Other Room Level: Main
Primary Bedroom Level: Upper
Bedroom 2: Yes
Bedroom 3: Yes
Bedroom 4: Yes
Dining Room: Yes
Family Room: Yes
Great Room: Yes
Kitchen: Yes
Laundry: Yes
Office: Yes
Other Room: Yes
Primary Bedroom: Yes

Location, Tax, and Legal

Tax Annual Amount: 3731
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Assessed Value: 295600
Tax Legal Description: ROBERT BARTLETT'S MARQUETTE PARK ESTATES LOTS 111 & 112
Parcel Number: 450532278038000004
Township: Calumet
Directions: Take Grand Blvd to Forest Ave East to Home
Census Tract: 101

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Gas Range: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Range Hood: Yes
Washer: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes

Exterior Features

Private Yard: Yes
Rain Gutters: Yes

Heating

Natural Gas: Yes

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Crown Molding: Yes
Double Vanity: Yes
Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Entrance Foyer: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Stone Counters: Yes
Walk-In Closet(s): Yes

Levels

3-Sty or more: Yes

Listing Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes
VA Loan: Yes

Lock Box Information

SentriLock: Yes

Lot Features

Back Yard: Yes
Front Yard: Yes
Landscaped: Yes
Paved: Yes
Wooded: Yes

Parking Features

Additional Parking: Yes
Attached: Yes
Garage Door Opener: Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow: Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes

View

Trees/Woods: Yes

Water Source

Public: Yes

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Other	Main	8.00	12.00	Foyer
Office	Main	16.00	6.00
Dining Room	Main	19.00	16.00
Other	Main	10.00	10.00	Butler Pantry
Laundry	Main	5.00	10.00
Kitchen	Main	19.00	16.00
Great Room	Main	19.00	20.00
Family Room	Lower	30.00	20.00
Primary Bedroom	Upper	20.00	15.00
Bedroom 2	Upper	15.00	15.00
Bedroom 4	Upper	12.00	12.00
Bedroom 3	Upper	12.00	15.00

Listing Office: Lighthouse Realty, LLC

Last Updated: January - 27 - 2026

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