MUTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED! HIGHEST AND BEST DUE 5/07/26 BY 10:00AM. Welcome to lake life at its finest on Simonton Lake in Elkhart! Extraordinary peninsula location with panoramic views and designer finishes throughout. This custom home features an open-concept layout, a gourmet chef's kitchen with granite surfaces, stainless appliances, and a stunning great room with fireplace and built-ins. The primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath with a large walk-in glass shower, dual vanities, heated floors, and his & hers walk in closets. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with a covered deck overlooking the water, private pier, and beautifully maintained grounds. A truly distinctive feature, the third-stall garage has been transformed into a custom bar and entertainment lounge—ideal for hosting—while the lakeside salt water hot tub creates a peaceful setting to unwind at the water’s edge. A rare opportunity to own one of the most desirable waterfront settings in Elkhart!
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$411Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Lori Snyder• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Elkhart
Est. $1,715 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 51318 Forest Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
IRMLS #202616360
Jun 5, 2026
Sold
$900,000
$411/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Pending
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May 7, 2026
Price Changed
$900,000
$411/sq ft
May 4, 2026
Listed
$825,000
$376/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,118 (+0.5%)
$93,000 + $474,400
$567,400
2024
$5,091 (+4.5%)
$93,000 + $437,600
$530,600
2023
$4,873 (−5.0%)
$93,000 + $442,400
$535,400
2022
$5,129 (+11.5%)
$93,000 + $394,900
$487,900
2021
$4,600 (−4.4%)
$93,000 + $348,000
$441,000
2020
$4,811 (+6.0%)
$93,000 + $322,200
$415,200
2019
$4,538 (+1.9%)
$93,000 + $302,100
$395,100
2018
$4,453 (+3.5%)
$93,000 + $285,100
$378,100
2017
$4,302 (+20.9%)
$93,000 + $232,000
$325,000
2016
$3,560 (+4.7%)
$93,000 + $232,000
$325,000
2015
$3,399 (+67.0%)
$93,000 + $219,800
$312,800
2013
$2,035
$93,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
95 ft.
Lot depth
152 ft.
Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
2014
Sq. Ft.
2,192
Year built
2014
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Elkhart County
APN
200216252002000026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
R-2
Two-Family Residential District
The purpose of the R-2, Two-Family Residential, zoning district is to accommodate single- and two-family dwellings duplexes and other compatible and supporting uses on medium sized lots within a subdivision. The district should be applied within a municipality, generally in close proximity to a municipality or adjacent to another residential zoning district or use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Agriculture-Cropland
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Tray Ceiling(s), Stone Counters, Built-in Features, Master Downstairs
Window Features: Window Treatments, Blinds
Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Water Purifier, Dryer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 10
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered, Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,192
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front, Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
Lot Information
Lot Features: Waterfront, Landscaped
Frontage Type: Waterfront
Water Body Name: Simonton Lake
Lot Size Dimensions: 95 x 169
Lot Size Acres: 0.33
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,118
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Electric: Generator
Location
Schools Information
School District: Elkhart Community Schools
Elementary School: Mary Feeser
Middle Or Junior School: North Side
High School: Elkhart
Location Information
Directions: CR 4 to CR 109 to Baker to Forest
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,192
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2014
Year Renovated: 2014
County: Elkhart County
APN: 200216252002000026
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Elkhart County BOR
AttributionContact: Office: 574-293-1010
Around this home
1/100 Car-Dependent25/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Feeser Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
North Side Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
5/10
Elkhart High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Elkhart, IN • 46514
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.4 hours in
June and 2.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.4 hrs
2.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$811,000 – $981,000
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