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Property Description
**BRING YOUR VISION AND UNLOCK THE POTENTIAL!** Opportunity awaits with this 4-bedroom, 1.5 -bath Cape Cod-style home offering approximately 2,000 square feet, an attached 2-car garage, and a little over an acre of land in Chesterton! Whether you're an investor searching for your next renovation project or a buyer ready to transform a house into your own masterpiece, this property is full of possibilities! The main level has been stripped down to a blank canvas, offering an open-concept layout ready for your creative ideas and personal touches. The basement provides additional possibilities, with what appears to have been a 3/4 bathroom, bonus room, spacious storage area, and laundry space. Property is serviced by well and septic. Enjoy the spacious setting while remaining conveniently located near downtown Chesterton's shopping, dining, and local attractions, along with Coffee Creek Preserve, nearby parks, and outdoor recreation. Bring your contractor, your imagination, and your plans to restore and reimagine this Cape Cod!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 231 E 1200 N
General
- Price: $249,900
- Taxes: $4,588 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GNIAR
- MLS ID: 846683
- Updated: 10/10/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Soaking Tub
- Appliances: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Paved, Garage Faces Front, Driveway
Location
- County: Porter
- Township: Westchester
- Subdivision: Westchester Minor Sub
- Driving Directions: From SR 49, head east on Indian Boundary Rd. Turn right (south) on Brummitt Rd., left (east) on 1225 N, right (south) on 325 E, then right (west) on 1200 N (Porter Ave.) to property.
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: None
Structural Information
- Square Feet: 970
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.371
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 59,721
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Few Trees
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,588
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Conventional, Other
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: WESTCHESTER MINOR SUB 2115-A-1 1.371A LOT 1
- Property ID: 640705126003000023
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Schools
Schools serving 231 E 1200 N
School District:Duneland School Corporation
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brummitt Elementary School 2500 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, IN 46304 | K-4 | 0.8 mi |
Chesterton Senior High School 2125 South 11th Street, Chesterton, IN 46304 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 231 E 1200 N
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/10/2026
Listed
$249,900
49.95%
MLS
9/22/2026
Sold
$166,650
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 231 E 1200 N
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,153
-4%
$194,500
5%
2024
$3,286
4%
$185,000
7%
2023
$3,153
127%
$173,600
7%
2022
$1,392
24%
$162,400
11%
2021
$1,123
7%
$145,700
5%
2020
$1,053
13%
$138,200
16%
2019
$928
7%
$119,600
4%
2018
$865
7%
$115,100
3%
2017
$812
—
$112,200
-3%
2017
$812
-3%
$115,200
-2%
2016
$839
-4%
$117,800
-8%
2015
$875
-9%
$128,500
1%
2013
$958
5%
$127,000
4%
2012
$909
—
$122,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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231 E 1200 N, Chesterton, IN 46304 (MLS# 846683) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 231 E 1200 N is currently listed for $249,900 and was received on October 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 231 E 1200 N? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Chesterton? You can browse all Chesterton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

