Welcome to a charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom brick home perfectly situated in the heart of Robertsdale. Built in 1952, this lovely 1,022-square-foot home blends timeless character with functional living spaces, featuring a cozy layout, an attached garage, and a full unfinished basement that offers incredible potential for a recreation room or extra storage. Nestled on a manageable 4,791-square-foot lot, the property provides the ideal balance of outdoor space without the heavy maintenance. Commuters and locals alike will love the prime location, which places you moments away from everyday necessities like Strack & Van Til grocery store, vibrant neighborhood cafes, and the scenic Whiting Lakefront Park along Lake Michigan. Whether you are a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this off-market gem represents a fantastic opportunity to unlock equity and settle into a tight-knit community. One year Guard Home Warranty included with the listing and already paid for by seller.
Accepting backup offers
$224,900
1829 Calumet Ave, Whiting, IN 46394
3beds
1,022sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
4,800 Square Feet Lot
$223,400 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full unfinished basementAttached garageCozy layout
- 40 days |
- 607 |
- 24 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Steve Meeker,
Meeker Real Estate Inc 708-418-5908
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 839808
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 11.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 12.0
Heating
- Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: None
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,022
- Total interior livable area: 1,022 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,022
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Faces Rear, Alley Access, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 4,800 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Near Public Transit
Details
- Parcel number: 450307104008000023
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Sheffield
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Whiting
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $181,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,005
- Date on market: 5/30/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,USDA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$223,400
$212,000 - $235,000
$1,635/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Contingent | $224,900$220/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $224,900$220/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Contingent | $224,900$220/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $224,900+391.4%$220/sqft |
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| 8/7/2014 | Sold | $45,770+1.9%$45/sqft |
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| 7/27/2014 | Price change | $44,900-10%$44/sqft |
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| 6/17/2014 | Listed for sale | $49,900-37.5%$49/sqft |
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| 9/18/2010 | Listing removed | $79,900$78/sqft |
Source: NRT Chicago #255958 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2010 | Price change | $79,900-11.1%$78/sqft |
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| 3/1/2010 | Price change | $89,900-2.8%$88/sqft |
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| 1/20/2010 | Listed for sale | $92,500$91/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,005 +206.9% | $196,200 +8.3% |
| 2024 | $1,305 -9.6% | $181,200 +45.7% |
| 2023 | $1,443 +33.3% | $124,400 +3.2% |
| 2022 | $1,083 +33.7% | $120,500 +17.3% |
| 2021 | $810 +6% | $102,700 +8.6% |
| 2020 | $764 +27.7% | $94,600 +6.2% |
| 2019 | $598 +8.3% | $89,100 +7.9% |
| 2018 | $552 +164.9% | $82,600 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $209 | $79,100 +2.9% |
| 2016 | $209 +7.1% | $76,900 +17.8% |
| 2014 | $195 -74.6% | $65,300 -6.8% |
| 2013 | $765 -16.4% | $70,100 -5.5% |
| 2012 | $916 -27.1% | $74,200 -20.4% |
| 2011 | $1,256 +53.7% | $93,200 +4.6% |
| 2010 | $817 | $89,100 -22% |
| 2009 | -- | $114,300 +16.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $97,900 +19.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $81,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $81,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $81,900 +245.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $23,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $23,700 +200% |
| 2001 | -- | $7,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Robertsdale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Benjamin Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Henry W Eggers Elementary/Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 2/10Hammond High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.1 mi
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- Indiana
- Lake County
- Whiting
- 46394
- Robertsdale
- 1829 Calumet Ave




