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    228 W Papillon Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46385

    4beds
    3,906sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2002
    4.6 Acres Lot
    $630,200 Zestimate®
    $161/sqft
    $4,422 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $630,200

    $586,000 - $674,000

    $4,422/mo

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    What's special

    Overlooking a natural ravineSprinkler systemMini-freezer stayBuilt-in library shelves
    Nestled proudly on a partially wooded 4.6 acre piece of Indiana paradise overlooking a natural ravine, discover this generous 4884 SF cape cod with 3 car garage! Two story vaulted living room with gas fireplace surrounded by windows supplying glorious natural light, perfectly opposed by built-in library shelves.. Cathedral ceiling breakfast nook in kitchen outfitted with stainless steel appliances and dining peninsula over rich cabinetry. Stroll out to enjoy the pergola covered deck set in nature. Enjoy the formal dining/den flex space, and good-sized mudroom off the garage. Vaulted main floor primary bedroom, with walk-in closet plus ensuite bath with double sinks and shower. Upstairs, find two more bedrooms plus a full bath. Bonus room over garage provides immense space for guests, homeschool, workout, or kids indoor play days. Finished basement with Rec Room, plus additional bedroom. List of upgrades include 8-person Bullfrog Hot tub ('22), new AC ('24), Wifi Therms ('20-'23), Garage furnace 80K BTU w wifi control, and 240 hookup for Tesla EV charging. 8x12 shed + playhouse/shed (needs new roof). Sprinkler System + whole house generator + Aqua Systems softener owned + mini-freezer stay. Septic pumped summer '25. Buyer to verify SF and measurements. This property offers the perfect balance of modern amenities and peaceful, nature-filled surroundings--an extraordinary place to call home. Setup your tour of this special property today!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Matt Evans,

    RE/MAX Lifestyles 219-462-2121

    Bought with:

    Samantha Schultz, RB26000728

    Banga Realty, LLC

    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 837301MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bonus Room, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Exercise Room, Dining Room, Den, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Ensuite
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 199.5
    • Dimensions: 15.0 x 13.3
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 134.43
    • Dimensions: 11.11 x 12.1
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 125.54
    • Dimensions: 11.3 x 11.11
    Bedroom 4
    • Description: Office
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 172.05
    • Dimensions: 15.5 x 11.1
    Bonus room
    • Description: 4 Window nooks
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 355.1
    • Dimensions: 33.5 x 10.6
    Den
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 114.24
    • Dimensions: 11.2 x 10.2
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 136.84
    • Dimensions: 12.11 x 11.3
    Exercise room
    • Description: or closet for Bedroom 4
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 81.03
    • Dimensions: 11.1 x 7.3
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 286.43
    • Dimensions: 14.11 x 20.3
    Laundry
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 107.9
    • Dimensions: 13.0 x 8.3
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 364.98
    • Dimensions: 15.8 x 23.1
    Other
    • Description: REC Room
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 545.94
    • Dimensions: 33.7 x 16.2
    Heating
    • Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
    Features
    • Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan
    • Basement: Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,906
    • Total interior livable area: 3,906 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,613

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Patio & porch: Porch
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods, Other
    Lot
    • Size: 4.6 Acres
    • Features: Wooded
    Details
    • Parcel number: 640628402010000006
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2002

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Papillon Estates
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: None
    • HOA fee: $200 annually
    • HOA name: RMC Property Management
    • HOA phone: 219-286-6071
    Location
    • Region: Valparaiso

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $161/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $554,700
    • Annual tax amount: $4,693
    • Date on market: 4/17/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/30/2026Sold$630,000-1.2%$161/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #837301 Report a problem
    8/31/2026Pending sale$637,500$163/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #837301 Report a problem
    6/12/2026Price change$637,500-1.6%$163/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #837301 Report a problem
    4/17/2026Listed for sale$648,000+54.3%$166/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #837301 Report a problem
    3/3/2020Sold$419,900$108/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    1/25/2020Pending sale$419,900$108/sqft
    Source: Realty Executives Premier #468807 Report a problem
    1/22/2020Listed for sale$419,900+23.5%$108/sqft
    Source: Realty Executives Premier #468807 Report a problem
    4/9/2010Sold$340,000$87/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #250548 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,881 +3.2%$554,700 +11.4%
    2024$3,761 +10.5%$498,000 +3%
    2023$3,403 $483,600 +16.1%
    2022-- $416,500 +12.5%
    2021$2,645 -1.7%$370,200 +15.1%
    2020$2,691 -3.8%$321,600 +2.8%
    2019$2,797 +9.5%$312,900 -0.4%
    2018$2,556 $314,000 +5.4%
    2017$2,556 +0.5%$297,800 +0.5%
    2016$2,543 +0.7%$296,200 +5.1%
    2014$2,525 +3.8%$281,700 +3.8%
    2013$2,433 -5%$271,400 -3.3%
    2012$2,562 +30.8%$280,700 +11.1%
    2011$1,959 -6.3%$252,700 -6.2%
    2010$2,091 +10.4%$269,400
    2009$1,893 $269,400 -3.9%
    2006-- $280,200 +17.2%
    2005-- $239,100
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 46385

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Liberty Elementary
    • Middle: Liberty Intermediate
    • High: Chesterton Senior 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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