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Property Description
Up for sale is a beautiful 3 bedroom home on a corner lot in the highly sought after Robertsdale Neighborhood. This home has beautifully refinished hardwood flooring throughout most of the property. The large living room has a masonry mantel built around a wood burning fireplace. There is a main floor bathroom and bedroom with large his and hers closets. The eat in kitchen is large enough for a full size table, and the adjacent formal dining room sets the scene for some memorable entertaining moments. The enclosed screened in sunroom offers tranquility and an invitation for a good read or just chill time. The upstairs has a full bath centered around two oversized bedrooms with lots of character and charm. There are also two cedar closets upstairs with ample storage. The basement is a blank canvas with floor joists over 7 feet from the floor. Home is close to parks, walking trail, shopping, restaurants, churches and an easy commute to Chicago. Make your decision to see soon, for this one of a kind home will not last long.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1949 Lake Ave
General
- Price: $249,000
- Taxes: $2,364 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GNIAR
- MLS ID: 835123
- Updated: 3/8/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, His and Hers Closets
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Yard
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Street, Driveway
Location
- County: Lake
- Township: North
- Subdivision: West Park Add
- Driving Directions: Take 119th East or West to Lake Ave. South to property
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Square Feet: 2,000
- Year Built: 1937
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1204
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,246
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Rectangular Lot, Landscaped, Front Yard, Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,364
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: WEST PARK ADD. L.26 BL.4 S. 16 FT. L.27 BL.4
- Property ID: 450307176018000023
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Schools
Schools serving 1949 Lake Ave
School District:Hammond School City
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Whiting, IN 1000 East 116th Street, Whiting, IN 46394 | PK-5 | 0.5 mi |
Henry W Eggers Elem/Md School 5825 Blaine Ave, Hammond, IN 46320 | 6-8 | 4.9 mi |
Hammond High School 5926 Calumet Avenue, Hammond, IN 46320 | 9-12 | 5 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 1949 Lake Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/08/2026
Listed
$249,000
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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 1949 Lake Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,275
-72%
$214,500
27%
2023
$8,059
276%
$168,600
4%
2022
$2,144
-34%
$162,500
10%
2020
$3,243
76%
$148,000
5%
2019
$1,845
—
$141,600
7%
2019
$1,845
-3%
$131,900
4%
2018
$1,900
-10%
$127,200
1%
2017
$2,112
—
$125,600
3%
2017
$2,112
17%
$122,200
1%
2016
$1,798
10%
$120,600
—
2015
$1,641
-3%
$121,200
22%
2013
$1,696
2%
$99,500
1%
2012
$1,663
—
$98,900
—
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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1949 Lake Avenue, Whiting, IN 46394 (MLS# 835123) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1949 Lake Avenue is currently listed for $249,000 and was received on March 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 1949 Lake Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Whiting? You can browse all Whiting real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

