About 519 N Jay Avenue
This adorable ranch home offers endless potential in a great location, situated on a quiet block directly across the street from Wadsworth Elementary School & Cheever Park and walking-distance from downtown Griffith! Stepping inside, you'll immediately notice the original hardwood flooring, brick accent wall & beautiful bay window, bringing in plenty of natural light to make your living room airy, bright & super inviting -- the perfect spot to get lost in a good book! The adjacent eat-in kitchen is truly the heart of the home, boasting an abundance of counter & cabinet space with an adjoining dining area that's an excellent venue for your future gatherings! Three spacious bedrooms (all with original hardwood flooring) and a cute 3/4 bath round out your main living space, while the partially-finished basement features a family room, as well as ample additional storage space afforded by the unfinished portion. You'll love hosting friends for holiday cookouts this summer in your private backyard retreat with 14'x12' deck before walking downtown to Central Park to enjoy one of Griffith's many festivals, restaurants or breweries! Whole-house generator for peace of mind, detached 2-car garage to house all your toys, LOW TAXES and NO HOA! Easy access to Cline Ave, 80/94 and the Toll Road makes your commute to Chicago (just 30 miles away) a breeze! Whether this is your forever home or a potential income/rental property, the possibilities here are limitless! Schedule your showing today!
Features of 519 N Jay Avenue
| MLS® # | 839227 |
|---|---|
| Price | $180,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 0.00 |
| Square Footage | 1,298 |
| Acres | 0.18 |
| Year Built | 1966 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Pending |
Community Information
| Address | 519 N Jay Avenue |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | Sherwood 3rd Add |
| City | Griffith |
| County | Lake |
| State | IN |
| Zip Code | 46319 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Cable Available, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected |
|---|---|
| Parking | Detached, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Off Street, Garage Door Opener |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Built-In Gas Range, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer |
| Heating | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Fireplace | No |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Partially Finished |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Back Yard, Rectangular Lot, Landscaped, Front Yard |
School Information
| District | Griffith |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | May 20th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Shawn Spaw |
|---|---|
| Office | Stray Dog Properties, LLC |