7039 Forest Avenue, Hammond, IN 46324

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,736 sqft

Property Description

Don't miss the rare opportunity to preserve this 1938 English cottage situated on a quiet tree-lined street in the desirable Forest-Ivanhoe historic district! The enchanting exterior boasts unparalleled old-world character, featuring a solid limestone facade complemented by multiple chimneys/chimney pots, quaint dormers and a striking slate roof with naturally-patinated copper gutters and downspouts. Inside you will find many original and timeless finishes throughout including hardwood floors, plaster coved moldings, a stone fireplace, arched doorways, 10-panel doors with original hardware, solid wood paneling, swinging butler doors, a telephone nook, built-in drawers/cabinetry, a laundry chute, and a delightful dutch door! The main level floor plan offers a generous living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, family room, bedroom, powder room, and a laundry/utility room. Upstairs, retreat at day's end to the comfortable primary suite with a private bath and den. Another full bath and 2 additional bedrooms complete the 2nd floor. Outside, relax on the deck overlooking the private yard with mature trees, a shed, and a large driveway leading to the attached two-car garage. Recent improvements include new 2nd floor windows, a new flat roof, slate roof repair, chimney and limestone tuckpointing. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, parks, Lake Michigan beaches, and the new South Hammond Train Station. This is your chance to own a piece of Hammond history! Book a private tour today!

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

March 12, 2026 at 1:20AM

Listing Office:

Redfin : (317) 218-9713

Listing Agent:

Melissa Kingsbury :

MLS ID:

834337

Interior

• General: Crown MoldingLaminate CountersHis and Hers ClosetsEat-in KitchenEntrance Foyer
• Rooms: Bedroom 2Primary BedroomLiving RoomLaundryKitchenFamily RoomDining RoomDenBedroom 4Bedroom 3
• Appliances: DryerRange HoodRefrigeratorMicrowaveGas Water HeaterGas RangeGas CooktopFreezerDishwasherDisposal
• Laundry: Gas Dryer HookupWasher HookupSinkLaundry RoomLower Level
• Heating: CentralNatural GasForced Air
• Fireplace: Living RoomWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Storage
• Other Structures: DeckRear Porch
• Parking: AttachedKitchen LevelGarage Faces RearDrivewayAsphaltAlley AccessAdditional ParkingGarage Door Opener

Construction

• General: Two

Location

• Originating MLS: nira
• County: Lake

Lot

• Zoning: PT. SW. S.12 T.36 R.10 0.23 A.450612329005000023
• View: Neighborhood

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableWater ConnectedUnderground UtilitiesSewer ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedElectricity Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: nira