Carla Butkus

3738 W 68th Avenue

Merrillville, IN
$ 399,999 Beds 5 Baths 3 Sq 2,974 Virtual Tour
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This SPACIOUS 5-bedroom, 3-bath bi-level home on a LARGE LOT with NO NEIGHBORS BEHIND is looking for its new owner. Its generous nearly 3000 square foot open concept floorplan is ready for YOU! Step inside to find a WELCOMING FOYER with entrances from both the front and the ATTACHED 2 1/2 CAR GARAGE. Living room features VINYL PLANK FLOORING, VAULTED CEILING, and lots of LIGHT from the BAY WINDOW. OPEN-CONCEPT KITCHEN has SKYLIGHT, LARGE ISLAND, ceramic tile, LOTS of upgraded cherry cabinets with CROWN MOLDING, and adjacent dining area with sliders to NEWLY REFINISHED DECK. Three comfortable bedrooms upstairs, including a LARGE PRIMARY SUITE with DOUBLE FRENCH DOORS, WALK-IN closet and ATTACHED SPA BATH with JETTED TUB and DOUBLE VANITY. Downstairs, the HUGE FAMILY ROOM with offers endless options for entertainment with a GAS FIREPLACE and WALK-OUT access to the backyard patio. The lower level also features TWO ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS, another UPDATED FULL BATH, and a LARGE finished laundry room with UTILITY SINK, cabinets and counters. WALK OUT from the lower level to your AMAZING BACKYARD with a TWO-LEVEL DECK, STORAGE SHED and PRIVACY. Great location is CLOSE TO EVERYTHING Merrillville has to offer, including shopping, dining and commuter access. DON'T MISS THIS ONE!

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  • Price
  • $ 399,999
  • City
  • Merrillville
  • Bedrooms
  • 5
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • LAKE
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Merrillville
  • Lot Size
  • 0.276 Acres
  • Zip
  • 46410
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,974
  • Year Built
  • 2012
  • Taxes
  • $ 2871
  • Style
  • Single Family Residence
  • MLS#
  • 843510
Listed By: Jennifer Poskin with @properties/Christie's Intl RE - (219) 440-0070;
Data Source: Northwest Indiana REALTOR® Association (NIRA)

Features

General

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air,Natural Gas
Appliances Dryer,Microwave,Gas Range,Dishwasher,Disposal
HOA Fee 150
Garage Spaces 2.5
Patio/Porch Features Deck,Patio
Pool Features None
Year Built 2012
View Meadow,Neighborhood
Township Ross
Levels Bi-Level
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
County Lake
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA Yes
Subdivision Name Prairie Creek
Garage Y/N Yes
Total Rooms 11
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions From Joliet Road take Whitcomb north to 68th Avenue,east to property on the north side of the street.
City Merrillville
Association Name Prairie Creek POA
High School District Merrillville
Lot Size Square Feet 12023
Listing Terms Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Property Attached Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 2871
Virtual Tour https://real.vision/my/3738-west-68th-avenue/tour
Standard Status Active
Legal Description PRAIRIE CREEK PHASE TWO LOT 146

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Ceiling Fan(s),Country Kitchen,Walk-In Closet(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Recessed Lighting,Open Floorplan,Kitchen Island,Entrance Foyer,Double Vanity,Crown Molding
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Family Room,Lower Level,Gas
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 1550
3/4 Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 5
Room Type Bedroom 2,Primary Bedroom,Living Room,Laundry,Kitchen,Family Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 5,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 3
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Parking Features Attached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Garage Door Opener
Lot Features Back Yard,Private,Landscaped,Front Yard
Water Source Public
Lot Size Acres 0.276
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Naperville, IL office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

8/6/2026 Listed $415,000
9/1/2026 4% - $399,999

Property vs Zip Code Average in 46410

Price
AVG $440K
$400K
Year Built
AVG 1982
2012
Visits
AVG 506
20
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3738 W 68th Avenue Merrillville, IN is a Single Family Home for sale at $399999 with 2974 sqft and a lot size of 0.276 Acres Acre(s). 3738 W 68th Avenue Merrillville has 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 2012. The property's zip code is 46410 which is in Merrillville, IN

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