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8826 Schafer Drive

Saint John, IN 46373
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Bed 5

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Bath 5

Bath

SqFt6,290

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Acres0.51

Acre(Lot)

First time on the market, this spectacular executive residence has been meticulously maintained by its original owners and offers exceptional privacy at the end of a no thru street. Set on a beautifully landscaped half acre, this 5-bedroom, 5 bath, 1-1/2 story home features over 6,500 sq ft of refined living space with premium finishes throughout. A grand foyer with motorized chandelier and curved staircase leads to a private office with coffered ceiling, an elegant dining room with built in buffet, and a stunning great room with volume ceilings, dual 8 ft sliders, preacher cabinet and gas fireplace. The gourmet kitchen impresses with an expansive island, custom cabinetry, Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, Wolf 48" double range, Bosch dishwasher (new 2026), Sharp drawer microwave, warming dra wer, granite counters, pantry, main and prep sinks, and adjoining breakfast and hearth rooms. The main floor primary suite offers volume ceilings, custom walk-in closet, and a spa inspired bath with soaker tub, glass block shower, dual vanity, and private access to the patio with newer Pentair salt water hot tub (serviced July 2026). A well-appointed laundry room includes commercial washer/dryer, sink, folding area, dog wash, beverage fridge, and ice maker. Upstairs are three oversized bedrooms--one with ensuite bath and walk in closet, and two sharing a Jack and Jill bath. The finished basement adds a large recreation area, full kitchenette with oven, microwave, 2-drawer dishwasher, ice maker, and pantry, plus a bedroom, full bath, and dedicated storage room with shelving. Outdoor amenities include a covered patio, 1620 stone matched shed, 2020 fenced dog run, sprinkler system, and mature privacy. Additional features: Brazilian walnut hardwood floors, central vacuum, reverse osmosis, gutter guards, sideload 3 car garage with poly floor coating, two new furnaces (2020), and two new A/C units (2025), city water and sewers and no HOA.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,250,000

AD Id : 88989809

MLS Id : NRA843231

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.51 Acre

Living Area Size : 6,290

Year Built : 2008

Garage : 3

County : Lake

Subdivision: South Haven

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 2, Other Room, Utility Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Laundry, Kitchen, Great Room, Game Room, Dining Room, Basement, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 5 Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 15 Has Basement: Yes

    Interior Features

    Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Tray Ceiling(s), Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting, Kitchen Island, High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Entrance Foyer, Double Vanity, Crown Molding, Ceiling Fan(s) Appliances: Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Refrigerator, Other, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2008

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Rectangular Lot, Private, Landscaped, Front Yard, Few Trees Lot Square Feet: 22390 Lot Acres: 0.514

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence

  • Tax Information

    Tax Legal Description: NOVO SELO LOT 3 Annual Tax: $9227 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 451127177001000035

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Kitchen Level, Garage Faces Side, Driveway, Garage Door Opener

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 3

  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
  • Location Information

    Subdivision: Novo Selo City: St. John Direction: 85th Ave to Parrish, South to 89th Ave, left and around to 90th Ave, left to Schafer, left past Lancer Park to home on lefthand side.
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MLS: NIRA #843231 LISTED BY: Sladjana Keric, @properties/Christie's Intl RE 219-440-0070 SOURCE: Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association (formerly GNIAR) (Listings courtesy of Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association (formerly GNIAR) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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