8826 Schafer Drive
St. John, IN 46373
$1,190,000
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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 drawer, 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 ...
+ Read More| Listing Id: | 843231 |
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| List Price: | $1,190,000 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms Total: | 5 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 4 |
| Bathrooms Half: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 6,290 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $9,227 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 22,390 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.514 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | St. John |
| County Or Parish: | Lake |
| Subdivision Name: | Novo Selo |
| Postal Code: | 46373 |
| Year Built: | 2008 |
| Above Grade Finished Area: | 4,082 |
| Appliances: | Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Refrigerator, Other, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal |
| Room Type: | Bedroom 2, Other Room, Utility Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Laundry, Kitchen, Great Room, Game Room, Dining Room, Basement, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3 |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 5 |
| Basement: | Finished, Sump Pump, Interior Entry, Full |
| Garage Spaces: | 3 |
| Heating: | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| 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) |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-07-31 |
| Lot Features: | Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Rectangular Lot, Private, Landscaped, Front Yard, Few Trees |
| Fireplaces Total: | 2 |
| Status: | Active |
| Parcel Number: | 451127177001000035 |
| Parking Features: | Attached, Kitchen Level, Garage Faces Side, Driveway, Garage Door Opener |
| Directions: | 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. |
| Township: | St. John |
| State Or Province: | IN |
| High School District: | Lake Central |
| Levels: | One and One Half |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Fireplace Features: | Gas, Other, Great Room |
| Rooms Total: | 15 |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Lot Size Source: | Assessor |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Parking Total: | 3 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Covered, Rear Porch, Front Porch |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| View: | Neighborhood, Trees/Woods |
| Absolute Longitude: | 87.445745 |
| Auction Yn: | No |
| Basement Level Finished Sq Ft: | 2208.00 |
| Below Grade Unfinished Area: | 360 |
| Census Tract: | 426.11 |
| Earnest Money Deposit: | 20000.0000 |
| Exemption Yn: | Yes |
| List Number Main: | 843231 |
| List Number Prefix: | 00 |
| List Office Address: | 2211 Main St Suite 2C, Highland, IN 46322 |
| Lower Level Finished Sq Ft: | 0.00 |
| Main Level Finished Sq Ft: | 2568.00 |
| Upper Level Finished Sq Ft: | 1514.00 |
| Vow Entire Listing Display: | 1 |
| Basement Yn: | Yes |
Listing Courtesy of: @properties/Christie's Intl RE
Listing Agent: Sladjana Keric
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