Step into a home that feels like a story unfolding. This early 20th-century charmer blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates across 4 bedrooms, 2 baths & 3,000 finished square feet. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel the warmth, craftsmanship & sense that this home has been deeply loved. Arched windows pour natural light into gracious living spaces, while custom one-of-a-kind built-ins add both beauty & function. The main level flows effortlessly from a cozy living room with fireplace into a formal dining room made for long dinners & meaningful gatherings. A brand-new kitchen anchors the home with stainless steel appliances, abundant storage & a layout that supports everyday living. Just off the main living spaces, a sunroom offers a quiet retreat, perfect for morning coffee, reading or watching the seasons shift. It connects beautifully to a dedicated office, creating a natural rhythm between work & rest. A large main-floor primary bedroom & newly renovated bath make everyday living easy. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms & generous storage continue the home's inviting cadence. The finished basement opens a world of possibility, styled as a studio space with a private exterior entrance, new 3/4 bath & laundry. Currently set up and approved for short term rental use, it is a great option for extra income to offset living expenses, or just for more space! Outside, a low-maintenance picket-fenced yard offers charm without the burden, while a detached 1.5-car garage adds convenience & character. And the location is hard to beat. Downtown Valparaiso is just steps away with coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, the ChicaGO Dash & vibrant community life. Enjoy concerts at the amphitheater, shop local, meet friends for dinner or commute with ease, only 10 miles to the South Shore Train & about an hour into Chicago. 453 Chestnut isn't just a house, it's a lifestyle where historic charm meets modern comfort & everyday life feels a little more special.
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Bought with:
Kaylin Carullo, RB17000268
Advanced Real Estate, LLC
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 840744
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Sold | $430,000+0.2%$141/sqft |
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| 7/25/2026 | Pending sale | $429,000$140/sqft |
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| 6/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $429,000$140/sqft |
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| 6/16/2026 | Listing removed | $429,000$140/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Price change | $429,000-1.4%$140/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $435,000$142/sqft |
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| 3/11/2026 | Listing removed | $435,000$142/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Price change | $435,000-1.1%$142/sqft |
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| 12/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $440,000+132.8%$144/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/3/2019 | Listing removed | $189,000$62/sqft |
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| 8/22/2019 | Listed for sale | $189,000+23.5%$62/sqft |
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| 8/16/2010 | Sold | $153,000-6.1%$50/sqft |
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| 5/15/2010 | Price change | $162,900-5.8%$53/sqft |
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| 4/3/2010 | Listed for sale | $172,900+44.1%$57/sqft |
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| 1/23/2003 | Sold | $120,000$39/sqft |
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Estimated market value
$431,700
