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7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 — Sold $320,000 by Melissa Kingsbury
7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324
Another pre-probate listing closed by Melissa Kingsbury in Lake County, IN. Good work.
7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324
Final sold price
SOLD$320,000
What sold at 7039 Forest Ave, and for how much?
7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 sold for $320,000 on July 2, 2026. The listing was handled by Melissa Kingsbury of Redfin. The property is a residential, 4 bed, 2 bath, 3,254 sq ft, built in 1938. 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 | 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $320,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 4 bed · 2 bath |
| Building area | 3,254 sq ft |
| Year built | 1938 |
| County | Lake County, IN |
| Listing agent | Melissa Kingsbury, Redfin |
| APN | 45-06-12-329-005.000-023 |
| MLS # | 839615 |
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: 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond IN 46324
Property profile
- Address
- 7039 Forest Ave
- City / state / ZIP
- Hammond, IN, 46324
- County
- Lake County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 4 bed · 2 bath
- Year built
- 1938
- APN
- 45-06-12-329-005.000-023
Mailing address
115 W Ripley St, Michigan City, IN 46360
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 08/01/2022
- Assessed value
- $283,900
- MLS #
- 839615
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$98Calculated from a 3,254 sq ft building and $320,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value113%Sold price was 113% of the $283,900 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale1,431Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio32%Building footprint covers about 32% of the 10,019 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Melissa Kingsbury of Redfin represented the seller and McColly Real Estate represented the buyer on 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond IN 46324 in Hammond. The two of them walked an inherited property all the way to closing, which is what pre-probate work asks for. The home closed at $320,000. At LeadCruncher, we work with the agents who close these sales, and we want to help you find your next pre-probate lead.
- Melissa Kingsbury, Redfin
- McColly Real Estate
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 sell for?
7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 sold for $320,000 on 07/02/2026.
When did 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 sell?
The transfer of 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 was recorded on in Lake County, IN.
Who sold 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324?
7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 was listed by Melissa Kingsbury, Redfin.
Who represented the buyer of 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324?
The buyer of 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 was represented by McColly Real Estate.
What kind of property is 7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324?
7039 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN 46324 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 4 bed · 2 bath. It was built in 1938.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Hammond?
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
These references cover both halves of a pre-probate sale: where the Lake County, Indiana record lives, and what legally has to happen before it can be sold.
- 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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