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$268,000

511 E Porter Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304

2beds

1,314sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1945

8,712 Square Feet Lot

$287,800 Zestimate^®

$204/sqft

$1,618 Estimated rent

Home value

$287,800

Estimated sales range

Not available

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What's special

Brick ranchFull basementExpansive primary bedroomSleek stainless steel appliancesDesigner cabinetryFormal dining roomLarge picture window

Beautifully maintained brick ranch with charm and a full basement, ideally located in the heart of Morgan Park in Chesterton! Just minutes from downtown's restaurants, shops, and farmers markets. Step through the arched doorway into a spacious living room featuring a large bay window that fills the space with natural light and hardwood floors throughout. The formal dining room off the kitchen showcases a large picture window and built-in shelving with cabinets for extra storage or decor. The recently updated kitchen is a chef's delight, with designer cabinetry, updated hardwood floors, and sleek stainless steel appliances. The expansive primary bedroom and a second bedroom complete the main level. The full basement includes a 1/4 bath and laundry area with washer and dryer. Enjoy the 3-seasons room during warmer days, and take advantage of the spacious 2.5-car detached garage with ample storage.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Area: 420
Dimensions: 21.0 x 20.0

Bedroom 2

Area: 132
Dimensions: 12.0 x 11.0

Den

Area: 120
Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0

Dining room

Area: 120
Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0

Kitchen

Area: 96
Dimensions: 12.0 x 8.0

Living room

Description: Fireplace
Area: 294
Dimensions: 21.0 x 14.0

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas, Humidity Control

Appliances

Included: Built-In Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Microwave, Dryer, Dishwasher
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Built-in Features
Basement: Block,Storage Space,Unfinished,Crawl Space
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,314
Total interior livable area: 1,314 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,314

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2.5
Parking features: Additional Parking, Detached, On Street, Garage Door Opener, Alley Access
Garage spaces: 2.5

Features

Levels: One
Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio, Front Porch
Exterior features: None
Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Gate,Chain Link
Has view: Yes
View description: Neighborhood
Frontage length: 66

Lot

Size: 8,712 sqft
Dimensions: 66 x 132
Features: Back Yard, Few Trees, Level, Landscaped

Details

Parcel number: 640431362010000023

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1945

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities, Sewer Connected, Phone Connected, Electricity Connected

Community & neighborhood

Location

Region: Chesterton
Subdivision: Morgan Park Add

Other

Other facts

Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Road surface type: Asphalt

Price history

Date	Event	Price
1/6/2025	Sold	$268,000-2.5%$204/sqft
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812367 Report a problem
12/10/2024	Price change	$274,995-5.2%$209/sqft
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812367 Report a problem
10/31/2024	Listed for sale	$289,995+28.4%$221/sqft
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #812367 Report a problem
6/30/2022	Sold	$225,900+2.7%$172/sqft
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #514159 Report a problem
6/16/2022	Pending sale	$219,900$167/sqft
Source: Weichert Pro #514159 Report a problem
6/14/2022	Listed for sale	$219,900+69.2%$167/sqft
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #514159 Report a problem
11/25/2014	Sold	$130,000$99/sqft
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #358718 Report a problem
9/20/2014	Listed for sale	$130,000$99/sqft
Source: McColly Real Estate #358718 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,338 +10.3%	$234,800 +6.2%
2024	$2,120 +4.6%	$221,100 +9.7%
2023	$2,027 +18.7%	$201,600 +8.9%
2022	$1,708 +4.2%	$185,200 +12.2%
2021	$1,639 +13.4%	$165,000 +3.4%
2020	$1,445 +5.5%	$159,500 +12.6%
2019	$1,369 +2.9%	$141,600 +4.3%
2018	$1,330	$135,800 -1.5%
2017	$1,330 -0.9%	$137,900 -3.3%
2016	$1,342 -5.4%	$142,600 +7%
2014	$1,419 +52.6%	$133,300 +5.2%
2013	$930 +0%	$126,700 -12.4%
2012	$929 +4.2%	$144,700 +6.9%
2011	$892 +5.3%	$135,300 +1.5%
2010	$847 +2.1%	$133,300 -0.7%
2009	$830	$134,200 +6.4%
2006	--	$126,100 -11.1%
2005	--	$141,900