$425,000

712 Forest Avenue, South Bend, IN 46616

5 beds |
3 baths |
3,734 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1901
6,098sqft lot
2 car garage
$114/sqft
Listed 3 days ago

Property Description

Bursting with natural light and timeless character, this beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of classic charm and everyday functionality. The inviting covered porch welcomes you home, while inside you’ll find spacious, thoughtfully designed living areas filled with warmth and personality that new construction simply can’t replicate. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a finished attic ideal for an additional living space, home office, or playroom, and a fantastic basement perfect for entertaining, this home adapts effortlessly to every stage of life. With the addition of the two-car garage and fully fenced yard, you have a complete package that is truly hard to find. The location is unbeatable. Just a short walk to the University of Notre Dame, Beacon Memorial Hospital, and vibrant downtown South Bend, placing dining and entertainment right at your doorstep. Opportunities like this are rare in this neighborhood!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: April 1, 2026
Data Last Updated:: April 4, 2026 at 3:00PM
Listing Office:: Coldwell Banker Realty : 269-469-3950
Listing Agent:: Brooklynn Ross : 219-229-5975
MLS ID:: 202611056

Basement: Full BasementPartially Finished
Flooring: CarpetHardwood Floors
A/C: Central Air
Heating: GasRadiator
Fireplace: Living/Great RmFireplaceFireplaces: 1

General: CedarVinyl
Style: VictorianTwo and Half Story

Roofing: Asphalt

School District: South Bend Community School Corp.

Zoning: N 50 FT LOTS 9 & 10 50 FT N END W 1-2 LOT 8 CHAPIN PLACE71-08-02-433-011.000-026

Water: City
Sewer: City

This listing courtesy of Brooklynn Ross , Coldwell Banker Realty

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Location

Schools Nearby

Madison STEAM Academy

832 N Lafayette Blvd, South Bend, IN, 46601

Grades KG-5

0.24 miles away

Lasalle Academy

2701 Elwood Ave, South Bend, IN, 46628

Grades 6-8

1.71 miles away

Riley High School

1902 Fellows St, South Bend, IN, 46613

Grades 9-12

2.20 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.