286 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304
OFF MARKET

286 E Tratebas Rd
Chesterton, IN 46304

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 988 sqft (on 1.01 acres)

$263,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,598/mo*
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$263,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,598/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
988 sqft
(on 1.01 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1960
Lot Size
1.01 acres
Living Area
988 sqft
Price/Sqft
$267
Parking
Garage

Description

This single-family home is located at 286 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN. 286 E Tratebas Rd is in Chesterton, IN and in ZIP code 46304. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 988 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1.01 acres and was built in 1960.
286 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 988 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $263,600, with a rent estimate of $1,591/month.

Home Details for 286 E Tratebas Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Recreation Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960Year Updated: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.01 acres

Market trends in Chesterton

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$363K
$2.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
$159
$1MoM
Available listings
65
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,672
Assessment$246,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 286 E Tratebas Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
333 Mount Jackson Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.56
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$430,000
09/30/25
4
2
2,450
255 E US Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN
0.82
Single-Family Home
$369,900
07/17/26
3
2
1,948
363 Ridgeview Dr, Chesterton, IN
0.78
Single-Family Home
$905,000
07/22/25
3
3.5
2,775
229 Barberry Ln, Valparaiso, IN
0.90
Single-Family Home
$550,000
10/20/25
4
3.5
3,909
880 Whitestone Dr, Valparaiso, IN
1.52
Single-Family Home
$485,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,628
975 N 250 E, Chesterton, IN
1.01
Single-Family Home
$350,000
02/27/26
4
2.5
3,828
222 Crabapple Ln, Valparaiso, IN
0.84
Single-Family Home
$1,179,000
02/20/26
5
5.5
8,432
997 N 250 E, Chesterton, IN
1.20
Single-Family Home
$515,000
12/12/25
3
2.5
2,610
328 Windermere Dr, Chesterton, IN
1.17
Single-Family Home
$645,000
07/31/25
3
3.5
4,880
874 Farmview Dr, Valparaiso, IN
1.63
Single-Family Home
$562,500
11/17/25
3
2.5
2,223

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Chesterton

At least 115 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say kids play outside

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 77 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 41 % Say there are community events

  • 26 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "Very dog friendly! Lots of parks and wooded trails. Dogs welcome at farmer’s markets and restaurants with outdoor seating."
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    "They’d like open spaces and other dog owners who live here. It is a dog friendly area. There are great dog parks nearby"
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  • Charles G.
    "Safe, quiet-good schools! Bedroom community minutes from Lake Michigan & Indiana Dunes National Park. Quaint town square with family friendly dining options & a farmer’s market most weekends. Less than an hour to downtown Chicago Loop. "
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  • Celine S.
    "Chesterton is fine but boring not much going on which could be both good and bad. Great restaurants and 1 or 2 parks. "
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  • Bnoele1819
    "Quick, easy. My oldest daughter already recognizes where we’re going by which route we take! She’s 2, and recognizes where we are. "
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    "Family community. people are very friendly. Lots of activities for children. Close to the national lake shore. European Market every saturday. Nice dining and shops. "
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  • Shawnsvaio
    "I have lived here for 57 years. And it is still a quiet and respectful neighborhood. Raids are well maintained and homes are also nicely maintained. "
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  • Staci_ippo1
    "I wouldn’t like someone leaving their dogs poop in my yard! Be respectful, of it was your house you wouldn’t like it either."
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  • Svalpatic1840
    "Love it. It’s an amazing town. I was born here and I never want to live anywhere else. It’s quiet and has good access to major highways"
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  • Mcase88
    "Small and cozy, Chesterton is a lovely little town. Has stores conveniently close and yet does not feel crowded or commercialized. "
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  • Hirthas
    "Great schools! This town is friendly with many parks and green spaces. Also near the lakefront. Any family would be happy here. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Best schools , best neighborhood, very quiet and less trashy Safe , parks , many stores Affordable prices for rent"
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  • Joel P.
    "The commute is good I’m close to the major highways & the neighboring city’s good restaurants & stores "
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  • Michelle B.
    "Wonderful safe old fashioned town. The type of town you can leave your car and your house unlocked , take a walk alone at night and be safe ... the down side is there isn’t much to do , and most of the business close ( even on the weekends) by 10pm "
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  • Victoriabaker0227
    "Great home town but not a lot of diversity and a lot of “good old boys.” Most people are union workers at the mill. "
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  • Keds530
    "I was raised in this town in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. Couldn’t wait to get out! Now I’m back and it’s a wonderful community!"
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  • Bambi H.
    "We have that European market every weekend. And Halloween is always fine and there’s lots of trick-or-treaters."
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  • Janet C.
    "Quit place. Helpful, friendly, nice place.. clean... did not didturb nieghbor.... i love to stay here in our street"
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  • Patricia
    "lived here for years. people are very friendly and the neighborhood is quiet. everyone you encounter is pretty friendly and helpful. "
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  • Jessica S.
    "It's a smaller town with great amenities and charm. it has cute shops and restaurants downtown and still has that country feel"
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  • Tmvolom
    "it's so unbelievably boring and depressing. don't live here. it's peaceful, but there isnt much opportunity. The school system is awful"
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  • Jessica S.
    "I've lived in Porter County all my life and people are friendly and it's a nice place to live. recently moved to Chesterton and my family and I love it!!"
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