401 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
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OFF MARKET

$242,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,200 sqft

401 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304

Est. Refi. Payment $1,544/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 15, 2012 for $147,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$243K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+2%)
Since last year
Decreased$28K (-9.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$107K (+72.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value decreased by -11% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$254K
August 2026$243K
July 2026$249K
June 2026$245K
May 2026$238K
April 2026$241K
March 2026$239K
February 2026$230K
January 2026$220K
2025

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
420 Bowser Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.04
Single-Family Home
$267,900
10/10/25
3
2
1,568
302 Bowser Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$242,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,900
507 E Indiana Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$210,000
12/12/25
3
1.5
945
511 E Morgan Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.14
Single-Family Home
$275,000
03/06/26
4
2
2,375
522 S Calumet Rd, Chesterton, IN
0.36
Single-Family Home
$258,230
01/09/26
4
1.5
1,842
300 E Morgan Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.16
Single-Family Home
$425,000
05/29/26
3
2.5
3,350
499 Magnolia Ln, Chesterton, IN
0.51
Single-Family Home
$410,000
01/27/26
3
2
1,590
225 Jefferson Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.52
Single-Family Home
$300,000
07/10/26
3
2
1,600
809 Olde Towne Sq, Chesterton, IN
0.60
Single-Family Home
$327,500
11/26/25
3
2
1,340
669 S 2nd St, Chesterton, IN
0.49
Single-Family Home
$345,000
03/09/26
3
2
2,227

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
420 Bowser Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.04
$281,300
3
2
1,568
Off Market
509 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.05
$242,500
2
1
988
Off Market
408 E Bowser Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.05
$192,200
2
1
1,024
Off Market
511 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.07
$293,900
2
1.5
1,314
Off Market
417 Bowser Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.06
$305,400
2
1
1,140
Off Market
510 E Morgan Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.11
$297,800
3
1
1,656
Off Market
516 E Morgan Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.11
$265,900
2
1
1,232
Off Market
303 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.13
$367,999
4
2.5
2,282
For Sale
511 E Morgan Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.14
$275,000
4
2
2,375
Recently Sold
302 Bowser Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.13
$242,000
3
2
1,900
Recently Sold
402 E Indiana Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
0.17
$360,000
6
2
3,282
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
1,200 sqft
$202/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

Charming ranch with stone exterior. Located in beautiful Morgan Park. Close to expressway, downtown, parks and the YMCA. Features hardwood floors except in kitchen. Newer furnace, full basement and 1 car attached garage. Extra storage shed; Mudroom with storage closet; Bookcases in living room stay. Knotty pine paneling in one bedroom; Stone fireplace; Decorative privacy fence in patio area.
401 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $147,000 on May 15, 2012 (2% below the $149,500 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $242,900, with a rent estimate of $1,940/month.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by J. Erik Hokanson
Boulder Bay Realty Group, (219) 531-6683
Bought with: J. Erik Hokanson, Boulder Bay Realty Group, (219) 531-6683
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#303968

Home Details for 401 E Porter Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1200 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Great Room, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: One

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Covered, Porch
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Off Street
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1200

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 640431361010000023

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $149,500

Location

Direction & Address
City: ChestertonCommunity: Morgan Park
School Information
High School District: Duneland School Corporation

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1200 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 303968Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1200

Additional Information

Sidewalks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 15, 2012
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #303968
Sold
$147,000

Market trends in Chesterton

Last updated August 2026
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Charles Gard
    "Very dog friendly! Lots of parks and wooded trails. Dogs welcome at farmer’s markets and restaurants with outdoor seating."
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  • Gregkoz1
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 401 E Porter Ave

  • What is 401 E Porter Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 401 E Porter Ave in Chesterton, IN is $242,900.
  • What is the price history for 401 E Porter Ave?
    401 E Porter Ave in Chesterton, IN last sold for $147,000 in May 2012.
  • Is Chesterton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Chesterton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Chesterton?
    Residents describe Chesterton, IN as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Chesterton, IN.
  • Does 401 E Porter Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 401 E Porter Ave in Chesterton, IN has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 401 E Porter Ave?
    The lot at 401 E Porter Ave in Chesterton, IN is about 0.20 acres (8,712 sq ft).

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