8223 Maple Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Location is everything! Enjoy the convenience of walking 1.5 blocks to Lake Michigan and 1 block to local restaurants, bars and mini mart. This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch is in one of Northwest Indiana's most desirable beach communities. Featuring hardwood floors throughout the main living areas, maple cabinets and granite countertops. This home offers the perfect combination of classic charm and modern updates. The walkout basement provides additional living space for a family room, home office, fitness area or bar. Recent updates include a new furnace and central air conditioning for added comfort and peace of mind. Outside, the detached 2.5 garage includes an unfinished bonus room above, offering incredible potential for an art studio, workshop, music/recording studio, yoga studio or extra storage. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being just 1 mile from Indiana Dunes National Park and Marquette Park with miles of hiking trails, biking trails and breathtaking lakefront views. Commuters will appreciate the South Shore Line just 3 miles away, providing easy access to downtown Chicago, only 30 miles from home. Whether you're a beach lover searching for a primary residence, vacation home, second home, Airbnb investment, or short-term rental opportunity, this move-in-ready brick ranch offers an unbeatable location near the beach, parks, dining and commuter rail.