Step back in time with this stately 1875 two-story brick Greek Revival home, gracefully wrapped in a grand porch supported by fluted columns and a classic columnar balustrade. Inside, you'll find 10-foot ceilings and hardwood floors that flow seamlessly from the parlor and living room into the formal dining area and main-level bedroom. This home showcases timeless craftsmanship with wide period trim, solid wood doors, crown molding, vintage light fixtures and hardware, and elegant marble tile. Tremendous amount of shaker style oak cabinetry, many uppers with glass panel doors in the oversized kitchen and gathering room which encloses the previous summer kitchen. Library/den area features built-in shelves, Two more bedrooms and a bonus room/walk-in closet and half bath are upstairs. Vintage floor grates are still in place to provide return and warm air with zoned heating (no central air). Deck overlooks the backyard. Basement cellar holds the mechanicals and provides some storage. Off-street or on-street parking, but former barn foundation outlines the potential for a new garage site to serve the new owner. Priced with room to personalize and update, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history while enjoying the vibrant energy of downtown. Watch community parades from your front porch and imagine the future you'll create in this distinguished home. Tour this stately home and let your imagination create your own history right here.
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$367,500
208 Chicago St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
3beds
1,928sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$369,500 Zestimate®
$191/sqft
$2,131 Estimated rent
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$369,500
$340,000 - $399,000
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Deck overlooks the backyardFormal dining areaElegant marble tileVintage floor gratesVintage light fixturesTimeless craftsmanshipShaker style oak cabinetry
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Listed by:
Matt Evans,
RE/MAX Lifestyles 219-462-2121
Bought with:
Joseph Gore, RB14050114
Pinnacle Realty, LLC
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 821025
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Double Closets
- Area: 205.02
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 13.4
Bedroom 2
- Description: Fabric wall paper
- Area: 135.9
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 9.0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 123.27
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 8.11
Dining room
- Description: Wood Floors
- Area: 170.24
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 11.2
Kitchen
- Description: Built-in Shelves, Corian top, Oak Cabinets
- Area: 272.16
- Dimensions: 21.6 x 12.6
Library
- Description: Built-in Shelves
- Area: 223.48
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 14.8
Living room
- Description: 10' Ceilings
- Area: 209.61
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 13.7
Other
- Description: Nursery- Changing Room
- Area: 128.1
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 10.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Refrigerator, Other, Electric Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,928
- Total interior livable area: 1,928 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,928
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, On Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
- Exterior features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 640924336006000004
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
- Subdivision: Valparaiso
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $367,500-5.6%$191/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #821025 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Pending sale | $389,500$202/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #821025 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Price change | $389,500-2.5%$202/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #821025 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Price change | $399,500-2.6%$207/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #821025 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $410,000-6.5%$213/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #821025 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2024 | Listing removed | $438,500$227/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #809663 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $438,500-26.9%$227/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #809663 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2024 | Listing removed | $600,000$311/sqft |
Source: BHHS broker feed #541850 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $600,000$311/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #541850 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,289 +14.1% | $349,400 -0.6% |
| 2024 | $3,760 +6.6% | $351,500 +13% |
| 2023 | $3,526 +13.4% | $311,000 +10% |
| 2022 | $3,110 +8.9% | $282,600 +16.7% |
| 2021 | $2,857 +4.6% | $242,100 +10% |
| 2020 | $2,731 +2.3% | $220,100 +5.6% |
| 2019 | $2,668 +1.9% | $208,400 +2.9% |
| 2018 | $2,617 | $202,600 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $2,617 +13.8% | $199,200 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $2,300 +6.3% | $190,000 +8% |
| 2014 | $2,163 +29.1% | $176,000 +6% |
| 2013 | $1,676 +3.3% | $166,100 +2.4% |
| 2012 | $1,622 -11.8% | $162,200 -11.8% |
| 2011 | $1,838 +1.3% | $183,800 +1.3% |
| 2010 | $1,814 +0.1% | $181,400 -6.9% |
| 2009 | $1,813 | $194,900 +34% |
| 2006 | -- | $145,500 +10.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $131,500 |
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Neighborhood: 46383
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2 mi
- 8/10Benjamin Franklin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Valparaiso High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Central Elementary School
- Middle: Benjamin Franklin Middle School
- High: Valparaiso High School
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Porter County
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- 208 Chicago St
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