SOLD JUN 26, 2026

Sold on jun 2026

$230,000

•

1,860

sq ft

1198 N Babcock Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304

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Escape to your own 1.7-acre private retreat just minutes from Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes! This classic Cape Cod-style home blends cozy charm with incredible potential. Step inside to find two comfortable bedrooms plus a spacious open loft that's perfect for a home office, playroom, or easy conversion to a third bedroom. The flowing layout and natural light create a warm, inviting atmosphere ready for your personal touch. Outside, the possibilities are endless: a stocked fish pond for quiet evenings, a large tool shed for projects and storage, and a chicken coop (chickens not included!) for the hobby farmer in you. The expansive, mostly level lot offers plenty of room to garden, play, or simply enjoy peaceful country living. Zoned Residential-2, this rare property allows you to run a home-based business, all while living on-site. Conveniently located with quick access to I-94, the South Shore train, shopping, and the beach. Bring your vision--this diamond in the rough is brimming with opportunity for homeowners, investors, or entrepreneurs alike. Schedule your private tour today and see the potential for yourself!

Single-familyProperty Type

1948Year Built

1.7 acresLot Size

$124Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Brian Manning • Listing Leaders

•219-462-5478 (broker)

•valdowns.isa@gmail.com (broker)

Bought with Stephanie Polka • Coldwell Banker Realty

•269-469-3950 (broker)

•annette.fryzel@cbrealty.com (broker)

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•Source:NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #830986

Redfin Estimate

$292,382

$62K since sold in June 2026$0 since October

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This home's estimate is 10.2% higher than the average sale price ($265K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$220,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,540 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$275,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,468 sq ft
224 Haglund Rd, Burns Harbor, IN 46304
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$175,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,804 sq ft
118 S 13th St, Chesterton, IN 46304
SOLD OCT 29, 2026
$349,000
D
4 beds1.5 baths2,065 sq ft
180 S Mineral Springs Rd, Porter, IN 46304
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$293,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,814 sq ft
5569 Center St, Chesterton, IN 46304
SOLD FEB 25, 2026
$279,900
F
3 beds2 baths1,652 sq ft
1411 W Beam St, Porter, IN 46304

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Market trends in 46304, IN

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.3%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$349K

$729 MoM

Avg. days on market

26d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 1 HR AGO
$330,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,284 sq ft
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(219) 462-5478
NEW 1 HR AGO
$325,000
3 beds2 baths2,296 sq ft
412 S 11th St, Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 663-1986
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 1PM
$374,900
4 beds3 baths2,496 sq ft
748 David Blvd, Porter, IN 46304
(219) 786-7000
NEW 21 HRS AGO
$85,000
4 beds1 bath— sq ft
1182 N Salt Creek Rd, Burns Harbor, IN 46304
(219) 227-8454
NEW 28 HRS AGO
$189,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,480 sq ft
1976 Laura Ln, Chesterton, IN 46304
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$339,999
3 beds1.5 baths1,488 sq ft
1610 S 5th St, Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 548-8800
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$189,000
2 beds1 bath875 sq ft
362 Melton Rd, Burns Harbor, IN 46304
(219) 262-0086
$409,900
3 beds2 baths2,304 sq ft
506 W Morgan Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 462-5478
$250,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,432 sq ft
661 Graham Dr, Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 462-2411
$265,000
3 beds2 baths1,579 sq ft
208 S 13th St, Chesterton, IN 46304
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Rental estimate

Est. $2,026 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 1198 N Babcock Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,745 (+0.9%)

$47,400 + $143,200

$190,600

2024

$1,729 (+9.3%)

$47,400 + $137,200

$184,600

2023

$1,581 (+6.1%)

$43,900 + $130,400

$174,300

2022

$1,490 (+17.9%)

$43,900 + $119,100

$163,000

2021

$1,264 (+4.2%)

$43,900 + $105,400

$149,300

2020

$1,213 (+6.2%)

$38,500 + $105,400

$143,900

2019

$1,142 (+0.1%)

$38,500 + $94,200

$132,700

2018

$1,140 (−0.3%)

$38,500 + $95,300

$133,800

2017

$1,144 (+0.6%)

$40,400 + $94,300

$134,700

2016

$1,137 (+3.0%)

$40,400 + $94,300

$134,700

2015

$1,104 (+9.1%)

$39,500 + $92,100

$131,600

2013

$1,012

$37,100 + $79,100

$116,200

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.7 Acres

Year renovated

1948

Sq. Ft.

1,000

Year built

1948

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Porter County

APN

640604200011000024

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved, Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Additional Parking

Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2

Interior

Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1

Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lower Level
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Laminate Counters,Entrance Foyer,Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood

Room Information
Rooms Total: 6
Room Type(s): Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Loft, Kitchen, Dining Room
Has Basement
Basement: Sump Pump, Unfinished

Exterior

Exterior Features
Window Features: Insulated Windows
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Pond
View: Pond
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Exterior Features: Storage
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle

Living Area
Living Area: 1,860
Living Area Source: Assessor
Upper Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 860.00
Main Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,000
Basement Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 0.00
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,860

Property Information
Year Built: 1948
Levels: One and One Half

Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: PARC IN NE NOF RR & S I-94 4-36-6 1.7A DR435 P265
Tax Annual Amount: $1,729
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utilities Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
Water Source: Public, Well
Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Occupant Type(s): Owner

School Information
High School District: Duneland School Corporation

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,000
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1948
County: Porter County
APN: 640604200011000024

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 1, 2026

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Auction Information
Auction YN: No

Around this home

Schools

Newton Yost Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.7mi

9/10

Chesterton Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi

10/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Chesterton, IN • 46304

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Sun exposure

96/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 12% for direct sun exposure in Chesterton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Estimated sale price

$278,000 – $337,000

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Home values near 1198 N Babcock Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
701 South Babcock Rd, Porter, IN 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1542 Sq. Ft.	$365,907
871 South Babcock Rd, Porter, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1530 Sq. Ft.	$306,809
851 South Babcock Rd, Porter, IN 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1620 Sq. Ft.	$283,160
1202 South Babcock Rd, Burns Harbor, IN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1205 Sq. Ft.	$199,971
215 Fairchild Dr, Burns Harbor, IN - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$380,955
205 Fairchild Dr, Burns Harbor, IN - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—
209 Fairchild Dr, Burns Harbor, IN 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2512 Sq. Ft.	$432,612

Address	Redfin Estimate
1202 South Babcock Rd, Burns Harbor, IN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1205 Sq. Ft.	$209,679
751 South Babcock Rd, Porter, IN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2537 Sq. Ft.	$171,077
1168 South Babcock Rd, Burns Harbor, IN 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1952 Sq. Ft.	$386,230
1950 Old Porter Rd, Porter, IN 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2542 Sq. Ft.	$469,871
201 Piper Dr, Burns Harbor, IN 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3250 Sq. Ft.	$473,964
1900 Old Porter Rd, Porter, IN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1306 Sq. Ft.	$234,122
207 Fairchild Dr, Burns Harbor, IN - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$411,801

Address	Redfin Estimate
831 South Babcock Rd, Porter, IN - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$104,153
811 South Babcock Rd, Porter, IN 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1716 Sq. Ft.	$349,154
1330 South Babcock Rd, Burns Harbor, IN - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$166,392
204 Fairchild Dr, Burns Harbor, IN 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2449 Sq. Ft.	$487,418
201 Fairchild Dr, Burns Harbor, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1536 Sq. Ft.	$351,204
205 Old Porter Rd, Burns Harbor, IN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1960 Sq. Ft.	$242,576
203 Piper Dr, Burns Harbor, IN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1583 Sq. Ft.	$443,162

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