Unique home perched high on a hill on an acre next to a former ski area The Pines reminds one of a Swiss chalet. There have been many improvements made over the years on this A-frame. The very large decks are a perfect place to enjoy the surroundings plus the glass doors and large windows and an all season solarium bring the outdoors in. Bathrooms have been updated. There is a high-efficiency furnace and a tankless water heater and Kinetico water softener. The roof is believed to be less than 10 years old and the carport could possibly house three cars. Basement family room has brick floor and antique electric fireplace. There is also a very large living room on the main floor which also has a fireplace. Home is being sold as is seller will not do any repairs. A pre-inspection is available for serious buyers. The refrigerator and newer washer and dryer are negotiable. The dishwasher needs to be hooked up.
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,566
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Porter County
APN
640635276012000006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
P2
Parks And Recreation District
This district is established for greater intensity facilities, public or private, that anticipate higher use, increased noise levels, substantial parking requirem ents, require greater infrastructure, or large structural elements.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Public service
Fire house
Library
Museum / gallery
Police station
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Carport
Gararge Information
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 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, Recreation Room
Interior Features: Wet Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Other, Tile
Room Information
Rooms Total: 8
Room Type(s): Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room, Primary Bedroom
Has Basement
Basement: Walk-Out Access
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Other Equipment: None
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Living Area
Living Area: 1,918
Living Area Source: Estimated
Upper Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 500.00
Main Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 940
Basement Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 478.00
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,440
Below Grade Finished Area: 478
Property Information
Year Built: 1970
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Road Surface Type: Paved
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: Legal Description: Parc in S838.8 DESC DR422 P314 NE 35-36-6 1.0AC
Tax Annual Amount: $1,678
Tax Year: 0
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Occupant Type(s): Owner
School Information
High School District: Duneland School Corporation
High School: Chesterton Senior High School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,566
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Porter County
APN: 640635276012000006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Auction Minimum Opening Bid: 0.00
Around this home
Schools
Liberty Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.3mi
10/10
Chesterton Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.0mi
10/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be 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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Valparaiso, IN • 46385
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
29
16
38
22
55
34
63
42
69
48
81
63
85
68
82
63
78
58
68
47
50
37
36
23
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$361,000 – $437,000
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $3,796 in fees.3 minutes to get started.