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$435,000 -$5,000 (-1.14%) Price Reduced

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,056 Sq. Ft.
  • 1.5 Car Garage
  • Updated 18 hours ago

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453 Chestnut Street,Valparaiso, IN 46385

453 Chestnut StreetValparaisoIN46385

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Welcome home to this beautiful 20th century charmer! with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 3,000 finished square feet, you will be amazed by all it has to offer! The present owner has done an excellent job at honoring and embracing its unique historic character, while still making modern day improvements. The main floor boasts a large living room with a fireplace, leading into a formal dining room. The kitchen is brand new, complete with plenty of storage & stainless steel appliances. An office, sunroom, newly renovated bathroom, and main floor primary bedroom complete the main level. Upstairs, you will find 3 bedrooms and even more storage! The basement is finished and set up as a studio apartment space and has its own dedicated walk-out entrance from the backyard. There is a brand new 3/4 bathroom, as well as a laundry room. The location is hard to beat - steps away from downtown - restaurants, shopping, chicaGO dash bus, commuting, and more! The neighborhood is one of Valpo's most loved. Move into your new home for the new year. Don't wait! Schedule a showing today!

Full Property Details for 453 Chestnut St

General

  • Price: $435,000
  • Taxes: $3,581 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: GNIAR
  • MLS ID: 832099
  • Updated: 1/16/2026
  • Added to Site: 25 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 12
  • Interior Features: Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Parking Features: Detached, On Street, Driveway

Location

  • County: Porter
  • Township: Center
  • Subdivision: Councils Add
  • Driving Directions: From Lincolnway - campbell st north, left on chestnut, home on the left.

School Information

  • High School District: Valparaiso

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Structural Information

  • Square Feet: 3,056
  • Year Built: 1928

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,840.8
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Near Public Transit, Front Yard
  • Zoning: residential

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $3,581
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Terms: Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: COUNCILS ADD W80 E180 N96 BLK 83
  • Property ID: 640923429003000004

Listed by @properties/Christie's Intl RE

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Schools serving 453 Chestnut St

School District:Valparaiso Community Schools
NameGradesDistance
Memorial Elementary School, Valparaiso, IN
1052 Park Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383
K-50.4 mi
Benjamin Franklin Mid School
605 Campbell Street, Valparaiso, IN 46385
6-80.2 mi
Valparaiso High School
2727 Campbell Street, Valparaiso, IN 46385
9-121.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 453 Chestnut St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
1/16/2026
Price Reduced
$435,000
-1.14%
MLS
12/22/2025
Listed
$440,000
162.22%
MLS
8/24/2018
Sold
$167,800
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Tax History for 453 Chestnut St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,601
7%
$377,400
4%
2023
$3,370
-14%
$363,500
-2%
2022
$3,927
18%
$372,300
39%
2021
$3,335
-47%
$268,400
11%
2020
$6,274
118%
$242,800
11%
2019
$2,877
6%
$217,900
6%
2018
$2,716
6%
$206,000
5%
2017
$2,574
—
$196,100
9%
2017
$2,574
18%
$180,000
-1%
2016
$2,173
-1%
$182,300
8%
2015
$2,192
16%
$168,800
7%
2013
$1,885
—
$157,100
—
2012
$1,885
—
$157,100
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453 Chestnut Street, Valparaiso, IN 46385 (MLS# 832099) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 453 Chestnut Street is currently listed for $435,000 and was received on December 22, 2025. Want to learn more about 453 Chestnut Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Valparaiso? You can browse all Valparaiso real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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