Zoned B-2 for flexible use as either residential or business, this charming two-story home offers a rare blend of opportunity, comfort, and location. Nestled on a beautiful wooded lot overlooking Coffee Creek in downtown Chesterton, the property features 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a main-floor bedroom addition with a closet and private bath--ideal for guests or office use. Main-floor laundry for convenience. The spacious living room with fireplace flows into a formal dining room accented by built-in china cabinets, while the bright four-seasons room showcases incredible creek views year-round. New LVP flooring in the main bedroom and kitchen. A detached 3-car garage, built in 2017, provides ample storage and workspace. Enjoy outdoor living on the huge deck overlooking a fenced backyard, all in a peaceful, serene setting just steps from the European Market, Thomas Centennial Park, and a variety of shops and restaurants. Home warranty included.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
0.45 acresLot Size
$146Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Paul Boyter• McColly Real Estate
•219-926-1616 (broker)
•chesterton@mccolly.com (broker)
Bought with Susie Jaskowiak• @properties/Christie's Intl RE
Est. $2,379 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 525 S Calumet Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #836951
May 29, 2026
Sold
$280,000
$146/sq ft
Apr 16, 2026
Contingent
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Apr 12, 2026
Listed
$295,000
$153/sq ft
IRMLS #202547154
Jan 30, 2026
Price Changed
$322,500
$168/sq ft
Nov 24, 2025
Listed
$330,000
$172/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #251695
Oct 23, 2009
Listed
$149,900
$78/sq ft
+5
Zoned B-2 could be used as business. Great 2 story home on wooded lot. Wonderful location close to downtown and parks. Handicap accessible walkway and main floor. 5 bedrooms 2 baths with detached 2 car garage w/ loft. Main floor master addition with walk-in closet and private bath. Screened in porch off back. Spacious living room with woodburning stove. Formal dining room with built-in china cabinets. 4 seasons room with incredible views.
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #233650
Aug 10, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Feb 9, 2009
Listed
$149,900
$78/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #221025
Jan 16, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jul 15, 2008
Listed
$165,000
$86/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,955 (+9.7%)
$69,500 + $197,300
$266,800
2023
$2,693 (+6.3%)
$61,900 + $181,800
$243,700
2022
$2,533 (−6.1%)
$61,900 + $165,900
$227,800
2021
$2,697 (+0.6%)
$61,900 + $151,300
$213,200
2020
$2,682 (−2.0%)
$59,200 + $151,200
$210,400
2019
$2,738 (+0.2%)
$59,200 + $152,100
$211,300
2018
$2,734 (+31.0%)
$59,200 + $146,700
$205,900
2017
$2,088 (+3.1%)
$56,400 + $131,500
$187,900
2016
$2,025 (−4.7%)
$56,400 + $131,500
$187,900
2015
$2,125 (−0.7%)
$55,800 + $130,500
$186,300
2013
$2,139
$53,600 + $115,500
$169,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
119 ft.
Lot depth
166 ft.
Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
1929
Sq. Ft.
1,924
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Porter County
APN
640601229004000023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
B2
Business District
The districts designated for business B-2 are limited to business, public and certain residential uses. By establishing compact districts for such uses, more efficient traffic movement, parking facilities, fire protection and police protection may be provided. Industrial uses are excluded in order to reduce the hazards caused by extensive truck and rail movements normally associated with such uses. The purpose of these districts is to provided unified shopping districts conveniently located. The B-2 District is the medium density, business district and represents the major extensions of the downtown business area along the major arteries in the town.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
Bank
Convenience store
Day care facility
Laundromat
Retail-Grocery
Restaurant
Bed & breakfast
Office
Veterinary clinic
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Oversized, Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener
Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Hot Water
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room