1020 N 400 E, Chesterton, IN 46304

$870,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,860 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 435,600 Status: Closed
Current Price: $870,000 List Date: 6/21/2025 Last Modified: 9/20/2025

Overview

Description

Active Under Contract - Can Continue to show for Backup Offer. Come discover a serene 10-acre retreat tucked behind tree lines and meadows, where this quality built 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 6,110 sq. ft. home offers comfort, craftsmanship, and space to roam. Constructed with 2x6 framing, this home features a walk-out basement, 3.5-car garage, and a 36x48 pole barn, ideal for horses, ATVs, RVs, or workshop needs. Step inside to a light-filled, open-concept design where one area flows seamlessly to the next. The exceptional island kitchen is built for entertaining with dual sinks, two dishwashers, double ovens, custom cabinetry, and amazing prep center space. French doors lead to a maintenance-free composite deck overlooking peaceful country views. Refined touches include cove molding and hardwood floors throughout the foyer, living, dining, kitchen, and main floor primary suite. The living room offers a wood-burning insert fireplace and built-in bookcases, open to the kitchen and dining area. ...

Listing Details MLS# 822926

General Property Information

New Construction YN
No
Bedrooms Total
4
Bathrooms Full
3
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Bathrooms Total
4
Rooms Total
9
Above Grade Finished Area
3860
Below Grade Unfinished Area
2255
Living Area
3860
Living Area Source
Assessor
Year Built
2005
Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
3.5
Lot Size Acres
10
Lot Size Square Feet
435600
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Association YN
No
Waterfront YN
No
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Cooktop; Microwave; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Washer Basement: Bath/Stubbed; Full; Unfinished; Walk-Out Access Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air Exterior Features: Private Yard; Storage; Other Fencing: Back Yard; Partial Fireplace Features: Living Room; Wood Burning Flooring: Carpet; Hardwood; Other Heating: Forced Air Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Country Kitchen; Crown Molding; Double Vanity; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Granite Counters; High Ceilings; His and Hers Closets; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Recessed Lighting; Stone Counters; Walk-In Closet(s); Whirlpool Tub Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Main Level; Sink; Washer Hookup Levels: 2-Sty Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lock Box Information: SentriLock Lot Features: Back Yard; Horses Allowed; Landscaped; Private; Wooded Other Structures: Barn(s); Shed(s) Parking Features: Attached; Driveway; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Side; Kitchen Level; Oversized Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Front Porch Pool Features: None Possession: Close Of Escrow Security Features: Security System Sewer: Septic Tank Special Listing Conditions: None Utilities: Electricity Connected; Propane; Underground Utilities View: Meadow; Rural; Trees/Woods Water Source: Well Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price
925000
Auction YN
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN
No
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Seller to consider offering concessions
Yes
Occupant Type
Vacant

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
1020
Street Direction Prefix
N
Street Name
400
Street Direction Suffix
E
County
Porter
State
IN
Postal Code
46304
Subdivision Name
None

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Active Under Contract - Can Continue to show for Backup Offer. Come discover a serene 10-acre retreat tucked behind tree lines and meadows, where this quality built 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 6,110 sq. ft. home offers comfort, craftsmanship, and space to roam. Constructed with 2x6 framing, this home features a walk-out basement, 3.5-car garage, and a 36x48 pole barn, ideal for horses, ATVs, RVs, or workshop needs. Step inside to a light-filled, open-concept design where one area flows seamlessly to the next. The exceptional island kitchen is built for entertaining with dual sinks, two dishwashers, double ovens, custom cabinetry, and amazing prep center space. French doors lead to a maintenance-free composite deck overlooking peaceful country views. Refined touches include cove molding and hardwood floors throughout the foyer, living, dining, kitchen, and main floor primary suite. The living room offers a wood-burning insert fireplace and built-in bookcases, open to the kitchen and dining area. A main floor primary suite includes marble floors, whirlpool tub, shower, dual vanities with generous storage, and two large walk-in closets. The main floor laundry room adds convenience. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, walk-in closets, two full baths with whirlpool tubs, a 25x25 bonus room, and a 975 sq. ft. walk-in attic with potential to finish. The walk-out basement is plumbed for a bath and ready for expansion. Enjoy efficient geothermal heating and cooling, 400 amp service and a Generac generator for peace of mind. Located just minutes from I-94, I-90, the South Shore Line, and Indiana Dunes National Park.

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2025-09-20T12:12:30Z
Major Change Type
Status Change
Status Change Timestamp
2025-09-20
Offer Acceptance Date
2025-08-06
Close Date
2025-09-19
Close Price
870000
Concessions
No
Buyer Financing
Conventional

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Main 1/2
Yes
Main Full
Yes
Upper Full
2

Exemption Information

Exemption YN
Yes
Exemptions
Geo Heat/Cool, Homestead, Supplement HSC

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total
Yes

Square Footage Information

Upper Level Finished SqFt
1605
Main Level Finished SqFt
2255

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions
Listing Agent to be present.

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level
Upper
Bedroom 3 Level
Upper
Bedroom 4 Level
Upper
Bonus Room Level
Upper
Dining Room Level
Main
Kitchen Level
Main
Laundry Level
Main
Living Room Level
Main
Primary Bedroom Level
Main

Room Information

Room Name Level Length Width Remarks
Living Room Main 25.00 16.00 Hardwood Floor, Fireplace, Open to Foyer
Dining Room Main 16.00 10.00 Hardwood Floor, Open to Living room and Foyer
Kitchen Main 27.00 26.00 Hardwood, Grand Island, 2-Dishawashers, 2-sinks
Primary Bedroom Main 18.00 14.00 Marble Floors, Whirlpool, Shower, 2 Walk-in Closets
Laundry Main 10.00 8.00 Closets, Sink, Washer & Dryer
Bedroom 2 Upper 14.00 12.00 Carpet, Ensuite Bath with Whirlpool, Walk-in Closet
Bedroom 3 Upper 12.00 12.00 Carpet
Bedroom 4 Upper 15.00 12.00 Carpet, Walk-in Closet
Bonus Room Upper 25.00 25.00 Carpet, Walk-in Closet, Access to Walk-in 975SF Attic
Listing Office: RE/MAX Lifestyles
Last Updated: September - 20 - 2025
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