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13700 W 81st AvenueDyer, IN 46311

Single Family · 4 Beds · 1 Full Bath · 1 Half Bath · 3 Three Quarter Baths · 6,223 Sq. ft. | 3.23 Acres
$1,058,000 Active

13700 W 81st Avenue Overview

Time on Site:
29 days
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Motivated Seller, put in offer for negotiation: This isn't the same property you saw before, and that's exactly the point. Situated on 3.23 private acres in desirable Dyer and located within the highly sought-after Lake Central School District, this impressive 6,223-square-foot estate was temporarily taken off the market to complete substantial improvements based on buyer and broker feedback. The result is a home that shows better than ever and offers a rare combination of privacy, space, and modern updates. Recent improvements include a brand-new structural concrete driveway, resealed driveways, refreshed landscaping with new sod, roses, evergreens, and seasonal plantings, a professionally waterproofed basement with a transferable 10-year warranty, new Pergo flooring, an upgraded well system with a 5-year warranty, serviced Andersen windows, refreshed bathrooms, an epoxy-coated garage floor, a new tone central cleaning system in the garage, and a fully updated pole barn exterior with new walkways and landscaping. The centerpiece of the home is an incredible 1,728 sq. ft. great room featuring soaring ceilings, four fireplaces, a wet bar, and picturesque pond views. The open-concept kitchen showcases new stone countertops, a custom island, and a coffee bar. Additional features include 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a formal dining room, sunroom, sauna, and a 1,134 sq. ft. pole barn. Enjoy the privacy of acreage, tranquil pond views, no HOA, and a location just minutes from shopping, dining, and major highways. Extensively improved, meticulously maintained, and packed with recent upgrades, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Northwest Indiana's most unique and impressive estates. Come see the transformation for yourself, you won't believe it's the same home!

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13700 W 81st Avenue Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 6,223
  • Price/Sq.ft. $170
  • Lot 3.23 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association: false

School Information

  • School District: Lake Central
  • High School: Lake Central High School

Building Information

  • New Construction: false
  • Year Built: 1895

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Lake
  • Subdivision Name: Meridian St John Township
  • Township: St. John

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6999
  • Tax Assessed Value: 504900
  • Tax Year: 2024

General Information

  • Listing Terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
  • Parcel Number: 451119181005000032
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Garage: true

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
  • Bathrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 4

Building Interior

  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5455

General Information

  • Accessibility Features: Other
  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range,Water Softener Owned,Washer,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Range Hood,Refrigerator,Range,Other,Microwave,Gas Water Heater,Freezer,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room,Wood Burning,Other,Living Room,Great Room,Gas
  • Fireplace: true
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Heating: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Wet Bar,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Stone Counters,Soaking Tub,Recessed Lighting,Pantry,Open Floorplan,Kitchen Island,His and Hers Closets,High Ceilings,Eat-in Kitchen,Double Vanity,Crown Molding
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Sink,Main Level,Laundry Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 6223
  • Rooms Total: 14
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector(s),Fire Alarm
  • Window Features: Aluminum Frames,Insulated Windows,Display Window(s),Bay Window(s)

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Attached,Paved,Oversized,Gravel,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Additional Parking,Other

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Back Yard,Rectangular Lot,Private,Near Public Transit,Paved,Landscaped,Front Yard,Few Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.23
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 152460
  • Water Source: Well

Waterfront/View

  • View: Neighborhood,Trees/Woods,Rural,Pond
  • Waterfront Features: Pond
  • Waterfront: true

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered,Screened,Rear Porch,Porch,Patio,Front Porch,Enclosed,Deck
  • Property Attached: false

General Information

  • Exterior Features: Balcony,Storage,Rain Gutters,Private Yard,Lighting,Fire Pit
  • Pool Features: None
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Water Connected,Water Available,Natural Gas Connected,Natural Gas Available,Electricity Connected,Electricity Available

Room Information

Room: Utility Room

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 180
  • Dimensions: 20.0 x 9.0
  • Length: 20
  • Width: 9

Room: Workshop

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 1134
  • Dimensions: 42.0 x 27.0
  • Length: 42
  • Width: 27

Room: Bonus Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 494
  • Dimensions: 26.0 x 19.0
  • Length: 26
  • Width: 19

Room: Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 276
  • Dimensions: 12.0 x 23.0
  • Length: 12
  • Width: 23

Room: Great Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 1728
  • Dimensions: 54.0 x 32.0
  • Length: 54
  • Width: 32

Room: Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 374
  • Dimensions: 22.0 x 17.0
  • Length: 22
  • Width: 17

Room: Laundry

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 48
  • Dimensions: 6.0 x 8.0
  • Length: 6
  • Width: 8

Room: Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 286
  • Dimensions: 22.0 x 13.0
  • Length: 22
  • Width: 13

Room: Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 270
  • Dimensions: 15.0 x 18.0
  • Length: 15
  • Width: 18

Room: Sauna

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 28
  • Dimensions: 7.0 x 4.0
  • Length: 7
  • Width: 4

Room: Sunroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 286
  • Dimensions: 22.0 x 13.0
  • Length: 22
  • Width: 13

Room: Bedroom 3

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 270
  • Dimensions: 15.0 x 18.0
  • Length: 15
  • Width: 18

Room: Bedroom 4

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 165
  • Dimensions: 11.0 x 15.0
  • Length: 11
  • Width: 15

Room: Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 512
  • Dimensions: 16.0 x 32.0
  • Length: 16
  • Width: 32

13700 W 81st Avenue Neighborhood

Community

46311 (Dyer) Demographics

45
Median Age
1,615
Population Density (per sq. mile)
44%
College Educated
$94,592
Estimated Median Income
7,327
Estimated Total Home Owners
985
Estimated Total Renters
88% / 12%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
3
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

13700 W 81st Avenue Monthly Cost

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

13700 W 81st Avenue Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$544,451
Average List Price
$199
Average Price per Square Foot
42
Properties Sold
67
Average Days on Market
102
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

13700 W 81st Avenue History

Date Event Value Agent
6/26/2026Source: Northwest Indiana MLS Price Reduction
$1,058,000 -6.0%
6/17/2026Source: Northwest Indiana MLS Price Reduction
$1,125,000 -3.4%
6/8/2026Source: Northwest Indiana MLS Price Reduction
$1,165,000 -2.5%
6/1/2026Source: Northwest Indiana MLS Added to Database
June 01, 2026