
Land with Home for Sale in Dyer, Indiana
13700 W 81st Ave, Dyer, IN 46311
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!
Location
- Street address
- 13700 W 81st Ave
- County
- Lake County
- Zip code
- 46311
- Community
- Meridian ST John Township
- School district
- Lake Central
- Elevation
- 681 feet
Directions
From US-30, head south on Calumet Avenue. Turn right (west) onto 81st Avenue. Continue approximately 1.5 miles. Property will be on the south side of the road.
Property details
- Acreage
- 3.23 acres
- MLS #
- GNIAR 839897
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2024
- $6,999
Parcels
- 451119181005000032
Legal description
PT. E1/2 S1/2 NW S.19 T.35 R.9 308.50X470X298.65X505.25 FT. 3.40 AC.
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Waterfront
- Pond
- Features
- Back Yard, Few Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Paved, Private, Rectangular Lot
Exterior
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Oversize
- Pool
- Deck, Patio, Porch
- Structures
- Storage
- Features
- Balcony, Fire Pit, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Basement
- Partially Finished, Storage Space, Sump Pump
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Windows
- Aluminum Frames, Bay Window(s), Display Window(s), Insulated Windows
Interior
- Room Count
- 14
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 5, Bedroom x 4, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Laundry Room
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-In Kitchen, High Ceilings, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Natural Gas | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Central High School | High | Lake Central |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 26, 2026 | Price drop | $1,058,000 | $67,000 -6% | GNIAR |
| June 17, 2026 | Price drop | $1,125,000 | $40,000 -3.4% | GNIAR |
| June 8, 2026 | Price drop | $1,165,000 | $30,000 -2.5% | GNIAR |
| June 1, 2026 | New listing | $1,195,000 | — | GNIAR |






























































