Seller offering seller concessions! Don't miss this exceptional 5-bedroom, 4-bath home nestled on nearly an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds. Offering privacy, space, and incredible indoor/outdoor amenities, this property truly has it all! The backyard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a spacious deck, heated above-ground pool with heated pool equipment, and covered porch with hot tub and mounted TV--perfect for relaxing or entertaining in every season. Inside, enjoy generous living spaces, large closets, solid 6-panel oak doors, and a stunning two-sided fireplace that adds warmth and character to multiple living areas. The finished lower level takes entertaining to the next level with a wet bar and electric fireplace, creating the perfect game-day, movie-night, or gathering space. An additional unfinished basement with a separate exterior entrance offers endless possibilities for a home gym, workshop, hobby space, or future living area. Recent updates provide added peace of mind, including a new roof with 10-year warranty, new AC, new pressure tank, and new rented water softener. Outside, hobbyists will love the detached heated woodworking shop with electricity, while the separate storage shed keeps lawn equipment and outdoor tools organized. Nearly an acre, 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, multiple entertaining spaces, a pool, hot tub, finished lower level, workshop, and plenty of room to grow--this is a rare opportunity to enjoy space, privacy, and an incredible lifestyle all in one place!
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Price cut: $10K (8/20)
$535,000
247 Westgate Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46385
5beds
2,320sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
0.9 Acres Lot
$518,600 Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious deckGenerous living spacesLarge closets
- 56 days
- 507
- 13
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rebecca Wright,
Better Homes and Gardens Real 219-999-8990
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 841950
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Room, Den, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 10.0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 10.0
Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 9.0
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 13.0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 115
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 11.5
Kitchen
- Description: Eat in
- Level: Main
- Area: 243
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 18.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 189.75
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 11.5
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 420
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 21.0
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Range, Washer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Other, Gas Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Upper Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Recessed Lighting, Pantry, Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Crown Molding
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Blower Fan, Lower Level, Gas Log, Family Room, Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,320
- Total interior livable area: 2,320 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,616
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Kitchen Level, Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Quad-Level
- Patio & porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Front Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting, Storage, Private Yard
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.9 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Rectangular Lot, Private, Landscaped, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 640928202005000003
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Sylvan Manor Add 03
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $231/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $453,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,714
- Date on market: 7/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$518,600
$493,000 - $545,000
$3,211/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Price change | $535,000-1.8%$231/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #841950 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2026 | Price change | $545,000-0.9%$235/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #841950 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000$237/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #841950 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,714 +1.5% | $455,500 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $3,660 +6.7% | $453,100 +4.9% |
| 2023 | $3,429 +4.8% | $432,100 +14.3% |
| 2022 | $3,272 +3% | $378,100 +14.2% |
| 2021 | $3,177 +6.6% | $331,000 +5.4% |
| 2020 | $2,981 -1.3% | $313,900 +8.4% |
| 2019 | $3,021 +3.9% | $289,600 +3.5% |
| 2018 | $2,909 | $279,700 +1.5% |
| 2017 | $2,909 +14.6% | $275,700 +6.9% |
| 2016 | $2,539 -5.1% | $257,900 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $2,675 +42% | $244,200 +7% |
| 2013 | $1,884 +10% | $228,300 +2.1% |
| 2012 | $1,712 -1.5% | $223,600 -1.5% |
| 2011 | $1,738 +10.1% | $227,100 +1% |
| 2010 | $1,578 +16.9% | $224,800 |
| 2009 | $1,350 | $224,800 |
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Neighborhood: Sylvan Manor
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