557 E Burdick Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304
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OFF MARKET

557 E Burdick Rd
Chesterton, IN 46304

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,600 sqft (on 1.97 acres)

$216,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,339/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$216,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,339/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,600 sqft
(on 1.97 acres)

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1926
Lot Size
1.97 acres
Living Area
1,600 sqft
Price/Sqft
$136
Parking
Garage

About this House

Bring your talent & vision to this VINTAGE FARMHOUSE fixer upper sitting on ALMOST 2 ACRES.. The home needs work, but UPDATES INCLUDE: New roof 2016. New furnace 2019. New water heater 2020. Newer wrap around porch with overhead fans. Living room/TV area has brand new neutral carpet & has been freshly painted. All rooms are spacious & have large windows offering lots of natural light.  Check out the low taxes. Taxes will even be lower if new owner files exemptions. Home is being sold 'AS IS'. Seller will make no repairs.  
557 E Burdick Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,600 sqft single-family home built in 1926. It last sold for $155,000 on Mar 24, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $216,900, with a rent estimate of $1,976/month.

Home Details for 557 E Burdick Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1926Year Updated: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.97 acres

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price History for 557 E Burdick Rd

DatePriceEventSource
03/24/2021$155,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #484952
03/16/2021$164,500ContingentNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #484952
03/15/2021$164,500PriceChange
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #484952
11/20/2020$159,900PendingAgent Provided
11/14/2020$159,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/22/2013$115,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #330326

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
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,033
Assessment$155,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 557 E Burdick Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
509 E Burdick Rd, Chesterton, IN
0.54
Single-Family Home
$262,000
12/19/25
3
3
2,204
505 E Burdick Rd, Chesterton, IN
0.60
Single-Family Home
$411,000
11/18/25
3
3
3,173
1182 N 450 E, Chesterton, IN
1.08
Single-Family Home
$300,000
11/14/25
3
2
2,100
1107 N 650 E, Westville, IN
1.41
Single-Family Home
$425,000
11/06/25
4
3.5
3,789
1348 N County Line Rd, Michigan City, IN
2.06
Single-Family Home
$330,000
11/21/25
3
1.5
1,801
757 N County Line Rd, Westville, IN
1.63
Single-Family Home
$325,000
07/22/26
3
1
1,485
359 E Burdick Rd, Chesterton, IN
2.03
Single-Family Home
$578,000
01/30/26
3
2
2,417
450 E Greening Rd, Chesterton, IN
1.76
Single-Family Home
$600,000
07/02/26
4
2.5
2,494
1125 N 350 E, Chesterton, IN
2.11
Single-Family Home
$440,000
06/02/26
4
3.5
3,792
376 E 1300 N, Chesterton, IN
2.01
Single-Family Home
$560,000
10/15/25
3
3
4,328

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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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  • 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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