Toni Carter

53660 Forest Lakes Drive

Middlebury, IN
$ 715,000 Beds 5 Baths 3.5 Sq 3,333 Virtual Tour
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Welcome to your private waterfront sanctuary on Forest Lakes Drive. Set on nearly 2 secluded acres at the end of a quiet Middlebury cul-de-sac, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath East Lake home offers direct water access to canoe, kayak, and fish right from your private dock. Enjoy stunning water views from multiple vantage points, including the bright and inviting 3-season rooman ideal spot to take in the morning sun. The home features 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, highlighted by a main-floor primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and convenient main-floor laundry. The vaulted ceiling in the living room with a stone fireplace creates an open, airy feel, while the walkout basement expands your living space. As a bonus, there is and a sauna for ultimate relaxation. Step outside to your own backyard oasis featuring an in-ground pool, perfect for entertaining or unwinding in total privacy. Additional highlights include a 3-stall garage, storage shed, and major mechanical updates with a furnace and A/C just 3 years old and a roof approximately 8 years old. All of this in a prime location with close proximity to Shipshewana, Middlebury, and the Indiana Toll Roadmaking it easy to enjoy both peaceful lake living and convenient access to nearby amenities.

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 715,000
  • City
  • Middlebury
  • Bedrooms
  • 5
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • ELKHART
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • York
  • Lot Size
  • 1.78 Acres
  • Zip
  • 46540
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,333
  • Year Built
  • 1997
  • Taxes
  • $ 4264
  • Style
  • Traditional
  • MLS#
  • 202631921
Listed By: Nate Paulus with R1 Property Group LLC;
Data Source: Indiana Regional MLS (IRMLS)

Features

General

Sewer Septic
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Laundry Y/N Main
Fireplaces Yes
Water Access Type Frontage Lot
Garage Attached
Amenities Built-in Desk,Ceiling-Cathedral,Ceilings-Vaulted,Eat-In Kitchen,Foyer Entry,Garage Door Opener,Generator Ready,Irrigation System,Patio Open,Stand Up Shower,Tub/Shower Combination,Main Level Bedroom S
Status Active
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Bathrooms 4
Year Built 1997
New Construction No
Subdivision Forest Lakes
Style Two Story
Township York
Class RESIDENTIAL
Type Site-Built Home
Age 29
Lot Number 9599
FIPS Code 18039
Associated Document Count 3
REO No
Status Active
Auction Y/N No
Annual Taxes 4264.68
Area Elkhart County
Location City/Town/Suburb
High School Northridge
City Middlebury
School District Middlebury Community Schools
Assoc. Dues Frequency Annually
Assoc. Restrictions Y/N Yes
HOA Fees $ 200
Architectural Style Traditional
Total Sq Ft 4380
Elementary School York
Middle School Northridge
Legal Description FOREST LAKES V AND REPLAT OF REPLAT OF LOT 95 FOREST LAKES III PB 20 PG 38 LOT 99
Virtual Tour https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/irmls/202631921
Agent First Name Nate
Agent Last Name Paulus
DOM 34
Tax Year 2025
PROPOSED FINANCING Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA

Interior Features

Basement Partial Basement,Full Basement,Walk-Out Basement
Fireplace(s) 1
Flooring Hardwood Floors,Carpet,Tile
Beds 5
Total Rooms 10
Fireplace Living/Great Rm
Full Baths Main 1
Full Baths Upper 1
Total Finished SqFt 3333
Basement Y/N Yes
Above Grade Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Baths 1
Below Grade Bedrooms 1
Full Baths Below Grade 1
Half Baths Main 1
1st Bedroom Level Main
1st Bedroom Width 14
2nd Bedroom Length 11
2nd Bedroom Level Upper
2nd Bedroom Width 15
3rd Bedroom Length 11
3rd Bedroom Level Upper
3rd Bedroom Width 13
4th Bedroom Length 11
4th Bedroom Level Upper
4th Bedroom Width 11
5th Bedroom Length 12
5th Bedroom Level Basement
5th Bedroom Width 15
Above Grade Finished SqFt 2733
Below Grade Finished SqFt 600
Below Grade Unfin. SqFt 1047
Basement Material Poured Concrete

Exterior Features

Exterior Brick,Vinyl
Water Frontage 351
Driveway Concrete
Pool Yes
Waterfront Lake
Pool Type Below Ground
Garage Length 34
Garage Width 23
Lot Size Area 77537
Lot Dimensions 228X340
Lot Description Partially Wooded,Waterfront,0-2.9999
Fence Metal
Garage SqFt 782
Well Type Private
Water Name East Lake
Approx. Lot Size Acres 1.78
Garage Capacity 3
ROOF MATERIAL Asphalt
Lake Non Ski Lake
Waterfront Y/N Yes
Garage Y/N Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the South Bend, IN office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School York Elementary School
Middle School Northridge Middle School
High School Northridge High School

Price History

8/6/2026 Listed $715,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 46540

Price
AVG $720K
$720K
Taxes
AVG $5,706
$4,264
Year Built
AVG 1982
1997
Visits
AVG 40
10
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53660 Forest Lakes Drive Middlebury, IN is a Single Family Home for sale at $715000 with 3333 sqft and a lot size of 1.78 Acres Acre(s). 53660 Forest Lakes Drive Middlebury has 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1997. The property's zip code is 46540 which is in Middlebury, IN

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