6225 Forest Avenue, Gary, IN 46403

• 4 beds |
• 4 baths |
• 3,840 sqft

Property Description

6225 FOREST AVE, MILLER BEACH. BACK ON THE MARKET, NEWLY UPDATED! BRAND NEW Rubber Roof, NEW Skylights, NEW High Efficiency Boiler! THIS TURN OF THE CENTURY BUNGALOW PROVIDES A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY!! WITHCLOSE PROXITY TO THE LAKE, THIS HOME FEATURES 5 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS, and over 3,800 SQ FT of EXQUSITE LIVING SPACE!! With 12 spacious rooms, this home is perfect for entertaining, boasting a gourmet chef's kitchen with upscale finishes and an inviting dining area ideal for gatherings. Step into the great room, where vaulted ceilings, double French doors, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace create a warm, welcoming ambiance. The seamless transition from the great room to a large deck and slate patio--fully fenced for privacy--makes this home perfect for hosting or enjoying peaceful moments in nature. The first-floor hosts 4 generously sized bedrooms, including 2 with ensuite baths. Abundant windows and multiple skylights fill the home with natural light, enhancing its inviting atmosphere. The versatile walkout basement offers 2 additional bedrooms and 2 baths, along with a south-facing apartment that's perfect for extra income or guest accommodations. Nestled on a spacious 105' x 140' lot, this property provides a very serene retreat surrounded by lush greenery. Enjoy easy access to the Nelson Algren Path, just steps away, leading to the scenic Marquette Park Lagoon and the pristine shores of Lake Michigan. Only 2 blocks from Lake Street and a short walk Michigan's stunning beaches, dunes, and nature. Minutes from the Miller Beach Arts Creative District and Lake Street Corridor offering a vibrant array of arts, dining, and boutique shopping Close to the Chanute Trail and Tuskegee Air Museum for history and outdoor adventures. Excellent commuting options with access to the South Shore Train, Major highways: 80/94, I-65, Tollway & Skyway. With its prime location, income potential, and timeless charm, this is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss!

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

February 14, 2026 at 7:21AM

Listing Office:

McColly Real Estate : (219) 926-1616

Listing Agent:

Alan Harrell :

MLS ID:

812154

Interior

• General: Ceiling Fan(s)High Ceilings
• Rooms: Bedroom 2Other RoomPrimary BedroomLiving RoomLaundryKitchenGreat RoomDining RoomBedroom 5Bedroom 4Bedroom 3
• Appliances: DryerWasherRange HoodRefrigeratorGas RangeDishwasher
• Laundry: Laundry Room
• Basement: FinishedStorage SpaceInterior EntryFull
• Heating: Hot Water
• Fireplace: Great RoomWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Private Yard
• Other Structures: Front PorchDeckPatio
• Parking: DetachedGarage Faces FrontDrivewayOff Street

Construction

• Windows: Storm Window(s)Wood Frames
• General: One

Location

• Road/Access: Asphalt
• Originating MLS: nira
• School District: Gary
• County: Lake

Lot

• Zoning: GEO. H. WILSON'S SUB. LOT 30 TO 32 W.10FT.LOT 33 & VAC. ST.& ALLEY ADJ.& VAC.S.2 0FT. FOREST AVE.450531426008000004
• View: NeighborhoodTrees/Woods

Utilities

• Utilities: Electricity ConnectedWater ConnectedSewer ConnectedNatural Gas Connected100 Amp Service
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: nira