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$534,442$188 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $520,644 on Apr 13, 2026

8000 FOREST AVE

GARY, IN 46403
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,846 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$534K
$490K low$579K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$520,644 · Apr 13, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,253 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$489,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$160,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$329,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$459,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$489,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLAKE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.89
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming ArtsD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Banneker at Marquette Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
West Side Leadership AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.8 mi

District: Gary Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46403These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,913
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,008 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,652
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,512
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

8000 Forest Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Gary 46403
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Gary 46403
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Gary 46403
  • Among the largest lots in Gary 46403
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Gary 46403

What homes are worth in Gary 46403

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$43K$760K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Gary 46403.

How it measures up in Gary 46403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gary 46403.

Estimated value$534,442
CheaperTypical $165,368Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$188
CheaperTypical $114Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area2,846 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,424 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size1.89 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 8000 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGary 46403Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$534,44296% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18878% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than2,846 ft²93% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.89 acalmost all homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than198796% of homes70% of homes

About 8000 Forest Ave

How much is 8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN is $534,442 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $489,567 to $579,317. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN last sell?

8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN last sold on Apr 13, 2026 for $520,644, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN?

8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,846 square feet of living space and a 1.89-acre lot.

When was 8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN built?

8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN?

8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN is assigned to Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming Arts (middle), rated D+; Banneker at Marquette Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; West Side Leadership Academy (high), rated F. All sit in Gary Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN compare to other homes in Gary 46403?

Among the 4,499 homes in Gary 46403, it is worth more than 96% of them ($534,442 against a typical $165,368), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($188 against a typical $114), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,846 ft² against a typical 1,424 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1.89 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (1987 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 94% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8000 Forest Ave, Gary, IN was $7,253. The county assessed it at $489,100.

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