Residential For Sale

8826 Schafer Drive, St. John, Indiana

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Property Description

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 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.

Basic Details
Property Type : Residential
Listing Type : For Sale
Listing ID : NRA843231
Price : $1,250,000
Bedrooms : 5
Rooms : 15
Bathrooms : 5
Half Bathrooms : 1
Square Footage : 6,290 Sqft
Year Built : 2008
Lot Area : 22,390 Sqft
Status : Active
Acres : 0.514
Property Subtype 1 : Single Family Residence
Status : Active
Features
Heating System : Forced Air, Natural Gas
Basement : Yes
Fireplace : 2
Parking : Attached, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level
Interior Features : Wet Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Walk-in Closet(s), High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Double Vanity, Soaking Tub, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Tray Ceiling(s)
Appliances
Appliances : Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Other, Dishwasher, Water Softener Owned, Gas Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Address Map
Country : US
State : IN
County : Lake
City : St. John
Street : Schafer
Street Number : 8826
Street Suffix : Drive
Postal Code : 46373
Floor Number : 0
Longitude : W88° 33' 15.3''
Latitude : N41° 27' 29.7''
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.
Subdivision : Novo Selo
Township : St. John
MLS Addon
Office Name : @properties/Christie's Intl RE
Listing Agent MLS ID : NRA7803
Listing Office MLS ID : NRA2041
Annual Tax Amount : $9,227
HOA/POA-Annual Amt. : $0
HOA/POA-Monthly Amt. : $0
Tax Year : 2025
Residential For Sale
  • Listing ID : NRA843231
  • Bedrooms : 5
  • Bathrooms : 5
  • Square Footage : 6,290 Sqft
$1,250,000
Agent info
Dan Kelley
Remax County Wide 1st
814 E LaSalle South Bend, IN 46617
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