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2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 — Sold $270,000 by Christopher Tokarski
2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410
Another pre-probate listing closed by Christopher Tokarski in Lake County, IN. Good work.
2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410
Final sold price
SOLD$270,000
What sold at 2256 W 57Th Pl, and for how much?
2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 sold for $270,000 on June 11, 2026. The listing was handled by Christopher Tokarski of Listing Leaders Northwest. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,356 sq ft, built in 1966. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Lake County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $270,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 2 bath |
| Building area | 1,356 sq ft |
| Year built | 1966 |
| County | Lake County, IN |
| Listing agent | Christopher Tokarski, Listing Leaders Northwest |
| APN | 45-12-05-401-016.000-030 |
| MLS # | 838497 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Lake County, Indiana from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville IN 46410
Property profile
- Address
- 2256 W 57Th Pl
- City / state / ZIP
- Merrillville, IN, 46410
- County
- Lake County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 2 bath
- Year built
- 1966
- APN
- 45-12-05-401-016.000-030
Mailing address
2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 05/05/2023
- Assessed value
- $151,800
- MLS #
- 838497
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$199Calculated from a 1,356 sq ft building and $270,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value178%Sold price was 178% of the $151,800 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale1,133Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio12%Building footprint covers about 12% of the 11,718 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Christopher Tokarski of Listing Leaders Northwest listed 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville IN 46410 in Lake County, Indiana on behalf of the successors, and @properties/Christie's Intl RE represented @properties/Christie's Intl RE on the buy side. They got an inherited property through pre-probate to a clean close. The home closed at $270,000. Sales like this are why we keep the LeadCruncher pre-probate data fresh, so the right agent reaches the right family at the right time.
- Christopher Tokarski, Listing Leaders Northwest
- @properties/Christie's Intl RE
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 sell for?
2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 sold for $270,000 on 06/11/2026.
When did 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 sell?
The transfer of 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 was recorded on in Lake County, IN.
Who sold 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410?
2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 was listed by Christopher Tokarski, Listing Leaders Northwest.
Who represented the buyer of 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410?
The buyer of 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 was represented by @properties/Christie's Intl RE.
What kind of property is 2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410?
2256 W 57Th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 2 bath. It was built in 1966.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Merrillville?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Lake County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by IN and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Lake County, Indiana from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Independent sources for anything on this page. The Lake County, Indiana recorder is the system of record for the deed; the links below explain the pre-probate process around it.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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