Your oasis awaits! Half acre in the quaint town of Chesterton, only 40 minutes from the big city. Don't miss this hidden gem full of vintage charm yet with modern urban flare. Solid workmanship shows in this brick cape cod with stone turret entry, exposed brick accents, pocket doors, oak hardwood, marble bathroom, two fireplaces. .. and the list goes on! Additional room used as a home-office space with travertine floors and separate door. Restored 1938 vintage Chambers stove/oven adds to the charm. Double lot in town, mature trees, and manicured landscaping. A backyard gardener's dream with brick pathways, greenhouse, and large shed. Walking distance to local shops and restaurants in the downtown area. Minutes from major highways, the South Shore rail line, Lake Michigan, and Indiana Dunes National Park. View this AMAZING home today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.56 acresLot Size
$120Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Christina Harber• Blackrock Real Estate Services
•219-262-0086 (broker)
•Christinaharber@sellblackrock.com (broker)
Listed by Lisa Reno• Blackrock Real Estate Services
•219-262-0086 (broker)
•Christinaharber@sellblackrock.com (broker)
Bought with Matthew Salgado• Realty Executives Premier
•219-462-2224 (broker)
•info@RexPremier.com (broker)
Bought with Carol Dobrzynski• Realty Executives Premier
Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bath historic home in the heart of Chesterton. Grand, yet quaint, and full of original details. The kitchen has a tin ceiling and vintage Chambers stove. There are two working fireplaces. Antique Brunswick pool table stays with the home. There is tons of space both inside and out!! Seller is offering home warranty for your piece of mind.
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #229913
Nov 28, 2008
Listed
$184,900
$51/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #109956
Jun 11, 2004
Listed
$165,900
$45/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #102897
Jun 8, 2004
Listing Removed
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Mar 9, 2004
Listed
$165,900
$45/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #93173
Mar 9, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Sep 8, 2003
Listed
$165,900
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,543 (+10.9%)
$70,500 + $247,700
$318,200
2023
$3,195 (+16.5%)
$62,800 + $225,300
$288,100
2022
$2,742 (+11.1%)
$62,800 + $183,300
$246,100
2021
$2,467 (+1.5%)
$62,800 + $157,500
$220,300
2020
$2,431
$60,100 + $157,000
$217,100
2019
$2,431 (+3.5%)
$60,100 + $157,000
$217,100
2018
$2,348 (+0.8%)
$60,100 + $149,800
$209,900
2017
$2,330 (+25.9%)
$63,200 + $115,200
$178,400
2016
$1,850 (−5.4%)
$63,200 + $115,200
$178,400
2015
$1,955 (−3.9%)
$62,500 + $113,900
$176,400
2013
$2,035
$60,000 + $101,200
$161,200
Tax history for 803 S Calumet Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,543 (+10.9%)
$70,500 + $247,700
$318,200
2023
$3,195 (+16.5%)
$62,800 + $225,300
$288,100
2022
$2,742 (+11.1%)
$62,800 + $183,300
$246,100
2021
$2,467 (+1.5%)
$62,800 + $157,500
$220,300
2020
$2,431
$60,100 + $157,000
$217,100
2019
$2,431 (+3.5%)
$60,100 + $157,000
$217,100
2018
$2,348 (+0.8%)
$60,100 + $149,800
$209,900
2017
$2,330 (+25.9%)
$63,200 + $115,200
$178,400
2016
$1,850 (−5.4%)
$63,200 + $115,200
$178,400
2015
$1,955 (−3.9%)
$62,500 + $113,900
$176,400
2013
$2,035
$60,000 + $101,200
$161,200
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
140 ft.
Lot depth
174 ft.
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
1946
Sq. Ft.
2,511
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Porter County
APN
640601283002000023
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R2
Residential Districts
Districts designated for residential use R-2 is limited to dwellings and public or semi-public uses which are normally associated with residential neighborhoods. The only uses permitted in the residential districts are those which would not detract from the residential character of the neighborhood. The purpose of these three districts is to create an attractive, stable and orderly residential environment. However, the families per dwelling and the lot and yard requirements are different in the 3 districts to provide for the various housing needs and desires of the community. The R-2 designation is a one- or two- family residential area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
Educational/school
Fire house
Museum / gallery
Police station
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room, Lower Level