201 S 8th Street, Chesterton, IN 46304 (MLS# 845277)

201 S 8th Street, Chesterton, IN 46304

$229,900

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,348 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,229 Status: Active

Current Price: $229,900 List Date: 9/14/2026 Last Modified: 10/21/2026

Overview

Description

Historic Chesterton gem just steps from downtown! This solidly built 3-bedroom, 2-bath two-story home offers nearly 2900 sq. ft. of finished living space which includes a full basement. Beautiful original woodwork, doors, hardware and classic door knobs preserve the character of this special home, complemented by hardwood flooring. The bright, inviting kitchen features beautiful cabinetry and a convenient pantry. The updated main-level bathroom includes a charming clawfoot tub. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet plus its own sitting area, filled with natural light. Situated on a desirable corner lot in Duneland School District and within walking distance to downtown Chesterton's shops, restaurants and amenities. Conveniently located near the beach and South Shore train station for those commuters. Historic charm, space, location and character—this is one you won't want to miss!

Listing Details MLS# 845277

General Property Information

New Construction YN: No
Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: Yes
Bathrooms Three Quarter: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 2
Rooms Total: 11
Above Grade Finished Area: 1399
Below Grade Finished Area: 949
Living Area: 2348
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1904
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Lot Size Acres: 0.143
Lot Size Square Feet: 6229
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Association YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Basement YN: Yes
Fireplace YN: No

Property Features

Appliances: Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Basement: Crawl Space; Finished; Full; Sump Pump Cooling: Central Air Electric: 100 Amp Service Flooring: Hardwood Heating: Natural Gas Interior Features: Crown Molding; Laminate Counters Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Lower Level; Sink; Washer Hookup Levels: 1.5 Sty/Cape Cod Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lock Box Information: SentriLock Lot Features: Corner Lot; Front Yard; Landscaped; Rectangular Lot Parking Features: Alley Access; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Rear Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Front Porch Possession: Close Of Escrow Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: Standard Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected View: Neighborhood Water Source: Public Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Office; Other Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price: 239900
Auction YN: No
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Occupant Type: Vacant

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 201
Street Direction Prefix: S
Street Name: 8th
Street Suffix: Street
County: Porter
State: IN
Postal Code: 46304
Subdivision Name: Chicago Porter Home Investment

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks: Historic Chesterton gem just steps from downtown! This solidly built 3-bedroom, 2-bath two-story home offers nearly 2900 sq. ft. of finished living space which includes a full basement. Beautiful original woodwork, doors, hardware and classic door knobs preserve the character of this special home, complemented by hardwood flooring. The bright, inviting kitchen features beautiful cabinetry and a convenient pantry. The updated main-level bathroom includes a charming clawfoot tub. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet plus its own sitting area, filled with natural light. Situated on a desirable corner lot in Duneland School District and within walking distance to downtown Chesterton's shops, restaurants and amenities. Conveniently located near the beach and South Shore train station for those commuters. Historic charm, space, location and character—this is one you won't want to miss!

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-10-21T14:00:30Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-10-21T14:00:30Z
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-09-14

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Basement 3/4: Yes
Main Full: Yes

Exemption Information

Exemption YN: Yes

Square Footage Information

Upper Level Finished SqFt: 450
Main Level Finished SqFt: 949
Lower Level Finished SqFt: 949

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions: Enter through the back door. Lockbox on doorknob.

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen Level: Main
Laundry Level: Basement
Living Room Level: Basement
Office Level: Basement
Other Room Level: Upper
Primary Bedroom Level: Upper

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Primary Bedroom	Upper	19.10	14.30
Living Room	Main	11.20	12.70
Dining Room	Main	11.10	13.80
Bedroom 3	Main	10.90	9.50
Bedroom 2	Main	11.10	10.10
Kitchen	Main	11.10	8.80
Family Room	Basement	14.90	9.70
Laundry	Basement	11.10	17.50
Living Room	Basement	11.00	15.60
Office	Basement	9.10	9.70	Potential bedroom
Other	Upper	10.11	8.70	Sitting room

Listing Office: Key Realty Indiana, LLC

Last Updated: October - 21 - 2026

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