Welcome to this charming, updated historic home located in the highly sought-after Morgan Park neighborhood! This move-in-ready home features new carpet throughout, fresh interior paint, and major updates completed within the last 10 years, including the roof, furnace, air conditioning, and electrical system. With over 2,200 square feet of living space, this home offers four spacious bedrooms, all with excellent closet space. The primary bedroom includes a private full bathroom and a bright sunroom, perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or enjoying a quiet evening. The combined living and dining room provides an ideal layout for entertaining guests and hosting family gatherings. You'll also love the enclosed front and back porches, a rare feature that adds both charm and additional usable living space. Step outside to the beautifully landscaped backyard filled with mature greenery, flowers, and plantings, creating a peaceful retreat on the large corner lot. The one-car garage is perfect for extra storage or protection from Indiana's changing weather and is currently equipped for electric vehicle charging. This home is full of character, thoughtful updates, and endless possibilities. It's ready for you to make lasting memories--schedule your private showing today!
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Price cut: $5K (5/20)
$369,999
303 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
4beds
2,282sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
0.3 Acres Lot
$362,300 Zestimate®
$162/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming updated historic homeBright sunroomFour spacious bedroomsExcellent closet spaceNew carpet throughoutFresh interior paint
- 84 days |
- 914 |
- 18 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lacey Lafata,
McColly Real Estate 219-926-1616
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 837425
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Loft, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: Buyer to verify all measurements
- Level: Main
- Area: 378
- Dimensions: 27.0 x 14.0
Bedroom 2
- Description: Buyer to verify all measurements
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
Bedroom 3
- Description: Buyer to verify all measurements
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 10.0
Bedroom 4
- Description: Buyer to verify all measurements
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 14.0
Dining room
- Description: Buyer to verify all measurements
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 9.0
Kitchen
- Description: Buyer to verify all measurements
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 9.0
Living room
- Description: Buyer to verify all measurements
- Level: Main
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 14.0
Loft
- Description: Buyer to verify all measurements
- Level: Upper
- Area: 286
- Dimensions: 22.0 x 13.0
Sunroom
- Description: Buyer to verify all measurements
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Range, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Recessed Lighting, Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,282
- Total interior livable area: 2,282 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,282
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, On Street, Driveway, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 640431360007000023
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Morgan Park Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Chesterton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $162/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $248,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,703
- Date on market: 4/20/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$362,300
$344,000 - $380,000
$2,091/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Price change | $369,999-1.3%$162/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #837425 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000+66.7%$164/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #837425 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2005 | Sold | $225,000+60.8%$99/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #128336 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/1998 | Sold | $139,900$61/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #577213 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,703 +10.3% | $262,900 +6% |
| 2024 | $2,451 +6.3% | $248,100 +10% |
| 2023 | $2,306 -2.2% | $225,600 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $2,359 +3.7% | $208,000 -2.2% |
| 2021 | $2,276 +12.5% | $212,600 +3.6% |
| 2020 | $2,023 +3.2% | $205,300 +12.1% |
| 2019 | $1,961 +4.8% | $183,200 +4.1% |
| 2018 | $1,870 | $176,000 +1% |
| 2017 | $1,870 -0.6% | $174,300 -3.5% |
| 2016 | $1,882 -3.9% | $180,600 +7.8% |
| 2014 | $1,959 +11.7% | $167,500 +4.9% |
| 2013 | $1,753 +6.6% | $159,600 -2.9% |
| 2012 | $1,644 +2.4% | $164,400 -2.9% |
| 2011 | $1,606 +5.5% | $169,300 +2.3% |
| 2010 | $1,522 +2.5% | $165,500 -0.7% |
| 2009 | $1,485 | $166,600 +9.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $151,600 +3.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $147,000 |
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Neighborhood: 46304
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Westchester Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Northwest Indiana Online SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Chesterton Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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