509 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
Property image
Property image
OFF MARKET

509 E Porter Ave
Chesterton, IN 46304

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 988 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

$245,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026

$245,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
988 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 509 E Porter Ave.
  • Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1950
Lot Size
0.3 acres
Living Area
988 sqft
Price/Sqft
$248
Parking
Garage

About this House

CHARMING AND QUAINT. Adorable ranch home for simple, sensible living. Oak floors in the living roomand hallway. Full unfinished basement. Large back yard with firepit. Yes you can fence your yard. Extralarge 2 car garage. Really great location in the Duneland School system with city water and sewer.Priced so you can remodel to your liking. Immediate possession.
509 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 988 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $177,000 on Oct 25, 2024 (22% above the $145,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $245,200, with a rent estimate of $1,491/month.

Home Details for 509 E Porter Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Block,Full,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 988 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: RefrigeratorLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Sink,In BasementRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: One
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Awning(s)Fencing: NoneExterior: Awning(s), Fire Pit
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Additional Parking,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Rear,Alley Access
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: 99
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 988

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: FixerParcel Number: 640431362009000023

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $145,000

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 988 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Offer

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

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 811474Above Grade Unfinished Area: 988Below Grade Unfinished Area: 988
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Olga Petryszyn
McColly Real Estate, (219) 462-2411
Bought with: Amy Redman, Dunes Realty, LLC, (219) 617-6700
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#811474

Price History for 509 E Porter Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/25/2024$177,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #811474
10/11/2024$145,000Listed For SaleNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #811474

Market trends in Chesterton

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$363K
$2.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$159
$1MoM
Available listings
65
11MoM
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item

Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,436
Assessment$204,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 509 E Porter Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
507 E Indiana Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$210,000
12/12/25
3
1.5
945
420 Bowser Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.04
Single-Family Home
$267,900
10/10/25
3
2
1,568
511 E Morgan Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$275,000
03/06/26
4
2
2,375
302 Bowser Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$242,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,900
125 Wabash Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.62
Single-Family Home
$219,600
10/02/25
3
1
984
260 Ivy St, Chesterton, IN
0.54
Single-Family Home
$267,000
10/20/25
3
1
1,281
711 Timber Ct, Chesterton, IN
0.92
Single-Family Home
$280,000
10/24/25
2
1
1,208
522 S Calumet Rd, Chesterton, IN
0.41
Single-Family Home
$258,230
01/09/26
4
1.5
1,842
225 Jefferson Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.57
Single-Family Home
$300,000
07/10/26
3
2
1,600
402 E Indiana Ave, Chesterton, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$360,000
07/24/26
6
2
3,282

Nearby homes

Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.
Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 509 E Porter Ave.
View nearby schools on GreatSchools
The GreatSchools Rating compares schools on a variety of school quality indicators including test scores, college readiness, equity and more. Learn more.

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."
    0
    Flag
  • 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"
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    3
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • 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"
    0
    Flag
  • Mcase88
    "Small and cozy, Chesterton is a lovely little town. Has stores conveniently close and yet does not feel crowded or commercialized. "
    1
    Flag
  • Hirthas
    "Great schools! This town is friendly with many parks and green spaces. Also near the lakefront. Any family would be happy here. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Best schools , best neighborhood, very quiet and less trashy Safe , parks , many stores Affordable prices for rent"
    0
    Flag
  • Joel P.
    "The commute is good I’m close to the major highways & the neighboring city’s good restaurants & stores "
    0
    Flag
  • 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 "
    2
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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!"
    0
    Flag
  • Bambi H.
    "We have that European market every weekend. And Halloween is always fine and there’s lots of trick-or-treaters."
    0
    Flag
  • Janet C.
    "Quit place. Helpful, friendly, nice place.. clean... did not didturb nieghbor.... i love to stay here in our street"
    0
    Flag
  • Patricia
    "lived here for years. people are very friendly and the neighborhood is quiet. everyone you encounter is pretty friendly and helpful. "
    1
    Flag
  • 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"
    0
    Flag
  • 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"
    0
    Flag
  • 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!!"
    1
    Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Apartments for Rent

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

15 pet-friendly rentals in Chesterton, IN

Explore by feature - Garage

13 rentals with a garage in Chesterton, IN

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

19 rentals with air conditioning in Chesterton, IN

Explore by feature - Washer/dryer

12 rentals with a washer/dryer in Chesterton, IN

Homes for sale near 509 E Porter Ave

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Off Market Homes Near 509 E Porter Ave

Skip to last item
Skip to first item
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-08-04 13:32:50 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Click here for more information