COUNTRY FRENCH LIVING on private 28.86 acres. Designed for a famed baseball star. This is an architectural showpiece. The design shows the balance of function, aesthetics, imagination and flexibility. Enter the iron gated driveway into the woods and the landscape opens up to a marvelous setting. Approx. 8,700 sq. ft. home with 5 to six bedrooms, 3 fireplaces, double staircases and both formal and casual spaces. The lower level boasts a recreation room, billiards area, wet bar, theatre room, play room, craft area and walls of glass storage cabinets for your precious collections. Large patio area with 30 x 30 in-ground pool. Added 110 x 50 tennis court. There is a rear pond and creek. 28 x 40 FBI Pole barn has heat and electric. Extra-large side load 3 car garage. There are many special crafted details that you must see for yourself. Duneland Schools. Approx. One hour drive to Chicago loop. Rare offering. Call for your private tour.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
28.86 acresLot Size
$222Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Olga Petryszyn• McColly Real Estate
•219-462-2411 (broker)
•valparaiso@mccolly.com (broker)
Listed by Diana Swets• McColly Real Estate
•219-462-2411 (broker)
•valparaiso@mccolly.com (broker)
Bought with Non-Member Agent• Non-Member MLS Office
Privacy and Casual Elegance describe this country french estate on 28 acres of gently rolling, wooded and enchanting natural beauty. Set off the main road and through a gated entrance instills the anticipation of what lies ahead. Over 10,000 finished sq. ft claim fame to the custom features of this home. Main Floor features:Grand 2 Story Foyer flanked with pillars and iron work on a winding staircase. Formal living area with cast stone fireplace, hardwood floors, banquet dining room, guest room/office, angular kitchen, family room with double-sided fireplace to breakfast room with deck and windows to views of the pool, creek and woods. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms, including the master with balcony overlooking this mini kingdom, exercise room, large office, laundry, and a walkup attic. Halfway up the landing is an elevated music room with built in window seats. The lower daylight/walkup level is an entertainment area for all ages. FBI barn for storing your prized toys!
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #202262
Oct 30, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Nov 12, 2007
Listed
$2,750,000
$318/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #168126
Oct 2, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 13, 2006
Listed
$2,900,000
$335/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #591272
Oct 10, 1996
Listed
$375,180
$43/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #97000484
Oct 10, 1996
Listed
$375,180
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$21,507 (+43.5%)
$217,200 + $1,993,500
$2,210,700
2023
$14,986 (−28.1%)
$188,700 + $1,336,300
$1,525,000
2022
$20,843 (−15.0%)
$244,000 + $1,717,400
$1,961,400
2021
$24,534 (+6.9%)
$244,000 + $1,416,600
$1,660,600
2020
$22,952
$221,800 + $1,271,400
$1,493,200
2019
$22,958 (+3.4%)
$221,800 + $1,185,200
$1,407,000
2018
$22,198 (+0.7%)
$221,800 + $1,166,200
$1,388,000
2017
$22,042 (+9.2%)
$171,800 + $1,143,300
$1,315,100
2016
$20,179
$171,800 + $1,143,300
$1,315,100
2015
$20,192 (+0.2%)
$167,600 + $1,128,700
$1,296,300
2013
$20,149
$162,100 + $1,043,200
$1,205,300
Tax history for 290 E Tratebas Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$21,507 (+43.5%)
$217,200 + $1,993,500
$2,210,700
2023
$14,986 (−28.1%)
$188,700 + $1,336,300
$1,525,000
2022
$20,843 (−15.0%)
$244,000 + $1,717,400
$1,961,400
2021
$24,534 (+6.9%)
$244,000 + $1,416,600
$1,660,600
2020
$22,952
$221,800 + $1,271,400
$1,493,200
2019
$22,958 (+3.4%)
$221,800 + $1,185,200
$1,407,000
2018
$22,198 (+0.7%)
$221,800 + $1,166,200
$1,388,000
2017
$22,042 (+9.2%)
$171,800 + $1,143,300
$1,315,100
2016
$20,179
$171,800 + $1,143,300
$1,315,100
2015
$20,192 (+0.2%)
$167,600 + $1,128,700
$1,296,300
2013
$20,149
$162,100 + $1,043,200
$1,205,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
28.86 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Sq. Ft.
8,650
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Porter County
APN
640720200010000005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential District
This district is established for rural estates and hobby farming.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Winery & vineyard
Housing-Single unit
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Basement, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage
Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 3.5
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 2
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas, Hot Water
Interior Features
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplaces Total: 3
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Recreation Room, Living Room
Interior Features: Central Vacuum,Wet Bar
Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Range Hood, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Dryer, Disposal
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
Rooms Total: 11
Room Type(s): Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other Room, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bonus Room, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2
Has Basement
Basement: Daylight
Exterior
Exterior Features
Security Features: Security System
Pool Features: In Ground
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
Exterior Features: Balcony, Tennis Court(s)
Other Equipment: Other
Construction Materials: Cedar, Stone
Living Area
Living Area: 8,648
Living Area Source: Assessor
Upper Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 3255.00
Main Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,693
Basement Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 2700.00
Above Grade Finished Area: 5,948
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,700
Property Information
Year Built: 1998
Builder Name: Grant Currier of the Linden Group
Levels: Two
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Road Surface Type: Paved
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: Legal Description: PAR IN S1529.8 N2379.6 W1033.27 E1326.85 NE 20-36-5 28.86 A DR475 P63
Tax Annual Amount: $22,752
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Occupant Type(s): Owner
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 8,650
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 28.86 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Porter County
APN: 640720200010000005
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Auction Minimum Opening Bid: 0.00
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Schools
Jackson Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Chesterton Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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$1.82M – $2.20M
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