Welcome to this well-maintained brick ranch offering timeless appeal and plenty of space to enjoy! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features a full basement and the convenience of an optional main-level laundry located in a bedroom closet. Beautifully updated kitchen. Hardwood flooring lies beneath the main-floor carpeting, offering exciting potential for future updates. One of the home's standout features is the spacious four-seasons room, providing additional year-round living space that's perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying views of the massive fenced backyard. Ideally situated for commuters, this home offers quick access to I-80/94, U.S. Route 20, and the Indiana Toll Road. Enjoy being just minutes from Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park, the South Shore Line, shopping, dining, and countless recreational opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a solid home in a convenient Northwest Indiana location!
Pending
$249,900
1953 Center St, Portage, IN 46368
3beds
1,318sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.32 Acres Lot
$247,400 Zestimate®
$190/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Well-maintained brick ranchFull basementSpacious four-seasons roomYear-round living spaceBeautifully updated kitchenMassive fenced backyard
- 75 days
- 23
- 3
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nicole Pleasant,
Listing Leaders 219-462-5478,
Laura Koeppen,
Listing Leaders
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 842951
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Dining Room, Basement, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: ceiling fan custom blinds
- Level: Main
- Area: 124.8
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.4
Bedroom 2
- Description: ceiling fan custom blinds
- Level: Main
- Area: 113.3
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 10.3
Bedroom 3
- Description: ceiling fan main floor laundry hook up in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 101
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 10.0
Basement
- Level: Basement
- Area: 288.99
- Dimensions: 23.4 x 12.35
Basement
- Level: Basement
- Area: 429
- Dimensions: 39.0 x 11.0
Dining room
- Description: ceramic tile slider door to 4 seasons room
- Level: Main
- Area: 103.5
- Dimensions: 10.35 x 10.0
Kitchen
- Description: granite counters, tile backsplash, new sink, stainless appliances ceramic tile flr
- Level: Main
- Area: 109.27
- Dimensions: 11.15 x 9.8
Laundry
- Description: closet in bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 15
- Dimensions: 3.0 x 5.0
Laundry
- Description: mechanical room laundry hook up and utility sink
- Level: Basement
- Area: 193.87
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 11.75
Living room
- Description: tile entry with closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 210.7
- Dimensions: 15.55 x 13.55
Other
- Description: cold storage room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 92.1
- Dimensions: 15.35 x 6.0
Sunroom
- Description: heated 4 seasons room
- Level: Main
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 14.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, Main Level, Laundry Room, Lower Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Daylight,Sump Pump,Partially Finished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,318
- Total interior livable area: 1,318 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,318
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Additional Parking, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 640501480008000016
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Pleasant Mdws
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $190/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $216,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,160
- Date on market: 7/27/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$247,400
$235,000 - $260,000
$1,910/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Pending sale | $249,900$190/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #842951 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900+82.4%$190/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #842951 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2015 | Sold | $137,000$104/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #378108 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $137,000+9.7%$104/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Porter County Office #378108 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2012 | Listing removed | $124,900$95/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Porter County Office #312012 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2012 | Listed for sale | $124,900-3.8%$95/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Porter County Office #312012 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2011 | Listing removed | $129,900$99/sqft |
Source: Prudential Executive Group Real Estate #273253 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2010 | Listed for sale | $129,900$99/sqft |
Source: Prudential Executive Group #273253 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,160 +2% | $216,500 +2.5% |
| 2024 | $1,137 +2% | $211,200 +0.8% |
| 2023 | $1,114 +2% | $209,500 +10.8% |
| 2022 | $1,093 +2% | $189,100 +18.6% |
| 2021 | $1,071 +2% | $159,400 +10.7% |
| 2020 | $1,050 -0.7% | $144,000 +3.4% |
| 2019 | $1,058 +2% | $139,300 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $1,037 | $134,900 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $1,037 -18.7% | $132,500 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $1,276 +3.1% | $128,400 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $1,238 0% | $126,000 +3.4% |
| 2013 | $1,238 +44.9% | $121,900 +1.6% |
| 2012 | $855 -15.1% | $120,000 -10.2% |
| 2011 | $1,006 -8.9% | $133,700 -3.6% |
| 2010 | $1,105 +15.5% | $138,700 +1% |
| 2009 | $956 | $137,300 +25.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $109,300 +12.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $97,400 |
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