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8511 Oak Avenue, Gary, IN 46403

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For Sale

$460,000

4 beds • 3 baths • 1 half baths • 2,440 sqft

Estimated Payment

$ 3,183 /mo. †

6.67% APR for 30 yrs.
$9,794 in taxes
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  • Single Family Detached
    Property type

  • Newly Listed
    Time on Century 21

  • $188.52
    Price per square foot

  • Over 50 Years Old
    Age

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Location, Location, Location! MILLER BEACH! Welcome to 8511 Oak Avenue - This Exceptional 4-Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home offers a walkout basement, making it perfect for any Multi- Generational dynamic or Income Producing opportunity! Main Floor Features: Spacious Formal Living Room, Elegant Dining Room, perfect for entertaining, a High-End Culinary Kitchen with premium finishes, a Convenient A1/2 Bath for guests, Separated Exercise Area for your fitness needs and an Elevated 3-Season Room with a vaulted ceiling, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the private yard - ideal for enjoying a morning coffee or breakfast while soaking in the peaceful surroundings. Upper Level: Main Bedroom with a luxurious 'Spa-Like' Ensuite Bath for ultimate relaxation, Two additional Spacious Bedrooms and a Custom Full Bath with attention to detail and quality finishes. Walkout Basement Level: Open concept Living and Dining Area, a Separated Kitchen , A3/4 Bath and Generously sized Bedroom with Daylight Windows for natural light. Exterior Features: Large Custom Paver Parking Area for 6+ vehicles, providing ample parking for family and guests, Private Backyard Oasis with a Seating Area and Firepit, perfect for alfresco dining and evening gatherings under the stars. Two Large Storage Sheds ! Custom Front Deck ! Private access to the lower-level walkout in the rear. Situated on a generous 50x150 lot, this property provides unparalleled privacy and serenity. Located just steps away from the beach access point on Sullivan Street, this home combines comfort & convenience, all within a vibrant community surrounded by National Parks and the National Lakeshore. Just minutes from the National Lakeshore, National Park, Beaches, Dunes, and Trails. Close proximity to Shelby & Locust Street for Restaurant Options and Nightlife, Marquette Park, Chanute Trail, and Tuskegee Air Museum all just a short distance away. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity! MAKE IT YOURS TODAY!
MLS# 817896

Courtesy Of McColly Real Estate

(219) 926-1616

Property Features

  • Age
    Over 50 Years Old
  • Amenities
    Ceiling Fan, Security System, Security System
  • Appliances
    Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Architecture Style
    Other
  • Heating System
    Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Lot Size
    14,050 Acres
  • Rooms
    Basement, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room

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  • Principle and Interest
    $2,367
  • Property Taxes
    $816
  • Hazard Insurance
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  • Private Mortgage Insurance
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  • HOA Dues
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  • Total Monthly Payment:
    $3,183

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Schools

Banneker At Marquette Elementary School

Grades KG-5 Public School

Gary, IN 46403 1.5 miles
6401 hemlock ave

396 total students
17:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C-

School Details

Gary Middle School For The Visual And Preforming Arts

Grades 6-8 Public School

Gary, IN 46403 0.9 miles
301 n parke st

458 total students
15:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D+

School Details

West Side Leadership Academy

Grades 9-12 Public School

Gary, IN 46406 9.1 miles
9th & gerry st

1193 total students
18:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: F

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
Charter School Of The Dunes 1.8 miles Public KG-8 D+
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School 2.8 miles Public KG-5 D+
Thomas A Edison Jr-sr High School 3 miles Public 6-12 D+
Crisman Elementary School 3.5 miles Public KG-5 B-
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary School 3.9 miles Public KG-5 D
Willowcreek Middle School 4 miles Public 6-8 C+
William Fegely Middle School 4 miles Public 6-8 B-
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School 4.1 miles Public KG-5 B
Central Elementary School 4.2 miles Public KG-5 D
George L Myers Elementary School 4.3 miles Public KG-5 C-
John I Meister Elementary School 4.4 miles Public KG-5 B-
Nativity Of Our Savior/diocese 4.7 miles Private PK-8
Rowena Kyle Elementary School 4.8 miles Public KG-5 C-
River Forest High School 4.9 miles Public 9-12 D-
River Forest Middle School 4.9 miles Public 6-8 D+
Daniel Hale Williams Elementary School 5 miles Public KG-5 D-
Neighbors' New Vistas High School 5.1 miles Public 9-12 F

Charter School Of The Dunes

Distance: 1.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-8

D+

Virgil I Bailey Elementary School

Distance: 2.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D+

Thomas A Edison Jr-sr High School

Distance: 3 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-12

D+

Crisman Elementary School

Distance: 3.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B-

Wallace Aylesworth Elementary School

Distance: 3.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D

Willowcreek Middle School

Distance: 4 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

C+

William Fegely Middle School

Distance: 4 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

B-

Alexander Hamilton Elementary School

Distance: 4.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B

Central Elementary School

Distance: 4.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D

George L Myers Elementary School

Distance: 4.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C-

John I Meister Elementary School

Distance: 4.4 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

B-

Nativity Of Our Savior/diocese

Distance: 4.7 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-8

Rowena Kyle Elementary School

Distance: 4.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C-

River Forest High School

Distance: 4.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

D-

River Forest Middle School

Distance: 4.9 miles

Type Public

Grades: 6-8

D+

Daniel Hale Williams Elementary School

Distance: 5 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

D-

Neighbors' New Vistas High School

Distance: 5.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 9-12

F

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Gary, IN 46403

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Gary, IN 46403

This community’s employment is highest in the education and transportation industries. The area’s overall household expenses are below the national average.

84° July
Hottest Average Month
17° January
Coldest Average Month
5,260 Total Households in Area
0.7% Increase in population since the year 2010
27.8%
of households
have children
33 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Gary, IN 46403

Gary, IN 46403 has a population of 11,815 people in 5,260 households with a median age of 43.3 years old.

0.7%
Increase in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending up
5,289
Total households as of 2010
1.4%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 43.3 years old. The smallest percentage group is 35-44 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

Black 70%
White 20%
Hispanic 7%
Other 3%
Asian <1%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is Black at 70%, followed by White at 20%, Hispanic at 7%, and Other at 3%.

Economics
for Gary, IN 46403

1,000 /sq mi
Population Density
$49,891 /yr
Median Household Income
$293,750
Median Sales Price
33 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is Under $15k representing 18.21% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 89%
  • Public Transit 6%
  • Work from Home 4%
  • Walk or Bike 0%

Occupancy by Type

Rented 2,648 41%
Owned 2,612 41%
Vacant 1,161 18%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 69%
Blue Collar 31%

Family & Education Facts
for Gary, IN 46403

43.3 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.2
persons per
household

31.4%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 34%
Some College 24%
Bachelors Degree 14%
Graduate Degree 11%
Some High School 8%
Associates Degree 8%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 34.18% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
27.8% of households have children

Weather
for Gary, IN 46403

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 84° F in July to a low of 17° F in January

84° July
Hottest Average Month
17° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
17°
32°
Feb
20°
36°
Mar
29°
46°
Apr
39°
59°
May
49°
70°
Jun
58°
80°
Jul
64°
84°
Aug
62°
83°
Sep
55°
76°
Oct
44°
64°
Nov
33°
49°
Dec
22°
36°

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