Lake County property record for 6200 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,800 sqft · built 1927 |
| Lot Size | 0.667 acres (29,098 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Tax Bill | $2,635 (2024) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2022 Line of Credit Jul 2018 Mortgage + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 001-25-47-0284-0006 |
| Primary APN | 001-25-47-0284-0006 |
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| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
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| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Plumbing Fixtures | 7 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Total Rooms | 7 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,800 sqft Living Area |
| Basement Area | 980 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1927 |
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| Effective Year Built | Effective 1985 |
| Construction Type | Wood |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 29,098 sqft (0.667 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 133 ft deep x 120 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 360 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Heating System | Central |
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| Account Number | 001-25-47-0284-0006 |
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| Street Address | 6200 FOREST AVE |
| City | GARY |
| State | IN |
| Zip | 46403-1109 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | GEO. H. WILSON'S SUB. LOTS 6,7,8,9 & N.20.0FT. OF VAC. FOREST AVE. |
| Legal Subdivision | GEORGE H WILSONS SUB |
| Legal Lot Number | 6,7,8,9 7 |
| Jurisdiction | LAKE IN |
| Township / Civil Division | CALUMET |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1005 |
| Census Tract | 10206 |
Source: Lake County records, as of March 18, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 6200 FOREST AVE, GARY, IN 46403-1109 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
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| Oct 14, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit CITIZENS BANK NA |
| Jul 16, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Commercial Mortgage JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA |
| Oct 4, 2019 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage AMERICAN FIDELITY MORTGAGE SERVICES |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Oct 4, 2019 |
| Deed Sale | Oct 4, 2019 |
| Prior Sale | Jul 2, 2007 |
| Deed Document Number | 2019 068278 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | LAKE IN |
| Property Address | 6200 FOREST AVE, GARY, IN 46403-1109 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Oct 24, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 6200 FOREST AVE, GARY, IN 46403-1109 |
| Document Number | 0000041948 |
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| Date | Oct 14, 2022 |
| Instrument | 2022-541948 |
| Name | CITIZENS BANK NA |
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| Type | Bank |
| Address | PROVIDENCE, RI 02903 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
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| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 299 Months |
| Due | Sep 26, 2047 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
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| Change Frequency | Monthly |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
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| Jurisdiction | LAKE IN |
| Property Address | 6200 FOREST AVE, GARY, IN 46403-1109 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Number | 0000043924 |
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| Date | Jul 16, 2018 |
| Instrument | 2018 043924 |
| Name | JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA |
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| Type | Bank |
| Address | MONROE, LA 71203 |
| Type | Commercial Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
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| Change Frequency | Monthly |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | LAKE IN |
| Recording Date | Oct 4, 2019 |
| Property Address | 6200 FOREST AVE, GARY, IN 46403-1109 |
| Document Number | 0000068278 |
| Map Reference | MB 12 PG 35 |
| Instrument Date | Sep 30, 2019 |
| Instrument | 2019 068278 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Dec 30, 2021 |
| Title Company | MERIDIAN TITLE CORP |
| Tax | $0.00 |
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| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 6200 FOREST AVE, GARY, IN 46403-1109 |
| Document Number | 0000068279 |
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| Date | Oct 4, 2019 |
| Instrument | 2019 068279 |
| Name | AMERICAN FIDELITY MORTGAGE SERVICES |
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| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Oct 1, 2049 |
Source: Lake County assessment roll, as of July 1, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Indiana |
| County | Lake County |
| County Subdivision | Calumet Township |
| Municipality | Gary City |
| Unified School District | Gary Community School Corporation (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $292,800 (+16.1%) Land $118,800 Building $174,000 | $292,800 (+16.1%) Land $118,800 Building $174,000 | |
| 2024 | $2,635.00 (+16.18%) | ||
| 2023 | $252,200 (+42.81%) Land $126,000 Building $126,200 | $252,200 (+42.81%) Land $126,000 Building $126,200 | |
| 2022 | $2,268.00 Homeowner's exemption | $176,600 Land $55,700 Building $120,900 | $176,600 Land $55,700 Building $120,900 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective October 16, 2024
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 96% of the US · lower than 73% of Indiana |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | INDIANA AMERICAN WATER - NORTHWEST private · serves 210,510 people · EPA ID IN5245015 |
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| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jun 2025 |
| Lead | 3 ppb (2022–2024) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 152 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber · DSL in parts of the area | 5,000 / 5,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
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