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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8039 Forest Ave
General
- Price: $449,999
- Taxes: $3,567 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GNIAR
- MLS ID: 839658
- Updated: 6/30/2026
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Pantry, His and Hers Closets, High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Double Vanity
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Yard, Storage, Rain Gutters
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Detached, Paved, Oversized, On Street, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Concrete, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Lake
- Township: North
- Subdivision: Broadmoor
- Driving Directions: Calumet ave north into Munster, head west on Ridge Rd and North on Forest ave to the home.
School Information
- High School District: Munster
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Square Feet: 2,400
- Year Built: 1928
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1848
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,050
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Paved, Landscaped, Few Trees
- Zoning: residential
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,567
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: BROADMOOR S. 50 FT. L.31 BL.3
- Property ID: 450613376019000027
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Schools
Schools serving 8039 Forest Ave
School District:Munster School Town
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
James B Eads Elementary School 8001 Harrison Avenue, Munster, IN 46321 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Wilbur Wright Middle School 8650 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN 46321 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Munster High School 8808 Columbia Avenue, Munster, IN 46321 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8039 Forest Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/23/2026
Price Reduced
$449,999
-2.15%
MLS
6/09/2026
Price Reduced
$459,900
-3.16%
MLS
5/28/2026
Listed
$474,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 8039 Forest Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,419
—
$310,600
12%
2024
$3,419
-57%
$277,900
7%
2023
$7,936
152%
$259,600
7%
2022
$3,155
-13%
$242,100
4%
2020
$3,646
32%
$233,500
3%
2019
$2,756
—
$226,100
6%
2019
$2,756
-15%
$214,100
—
2018
$3,246
1%
$214,400
1%
2017
$3,224
—
$212,500
—
2017
$3,224
3%
$213,500
18%
2016
$3,115
28%
$181,500
—
2015
$2,437
-12%
$181,000
4%
2013
$2,769
-5%
$174,500
-12%
2012
$2,902
—
$198,800
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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8039 Forest Avenue, Munster, IN 46321 (MLS# 839658) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 2 partial bathrooms. 8039 Forest Avenue is currently listed for $449,999 and was received on May 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 8039 Forest Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Munster? You can browse all Munster real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

