252 S 21st Street, Chesterton, IN 46304

$261,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,131 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,756 Status: Active
Current Price: $261,900 List Date: 8/18/2026 Last Modified: 8/26/2026

Overview

Description

Back on market at no fault of seller! Welcome to 252 S 21st St in Chesterton! This well-maintained home offers valuable updates, flexible living space, and outstanding garage/storage options, all tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac. When you walk through the front door, you'll notice the vinyl flooring and open floor plan, with the floors flowing naturally into the kitchen and dining area. The renovated bathrooms provide a modern, updated feel alongside the main-floor bedrooms. Major improvements include a new roof, new air conditioner, new furnace, new gutters, and a newer sump pump, giving buyers added peace of mind. The home also features a partially finished basement with a family room, bedroom, and bathroom — perfect for guests, hobbies, work-from-home needs, or additional living space. Out back, enjoy a deck overlooking the yard, ideal for relaxing, grilling, or entertaining. The property also stands out with two detached garages providing a total of four garage spaces, off ...

Listing Details MLS# 841972

General Property Information

New Construction YN
No
Bedrooms Total
3
Bathrooms Full
Yes
Bathrooms Three Quarter
Yes
Bathrooms Total
2
Rooms Total
7
Above Grade Finished Area
875
Below Grade Finished Area
256
Below Grade Unfinished Area
400
Living Area
1131
Living Area Source
Assessor
Year Built
1900
Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
4
Lot Size Acres
0.201
Lot Size Square Feet
8756
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Association YN
No
Waterfront YN
No
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
No

Property Features

Appliances: Dryer; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Washer Basement: Partially Finished Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Cooling: Central Air Flooring: Hardwood; Tile; Vinyl Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas Interior Features: Double Vanity; Open Floorplan Laundry Features: Laundry Room Levels: 1-Sty/Ranch/Bungalow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Lock Box Information: Combo Lot Features: Back Yard; Cul-De-Sac; Few Trees; Front Yard Other Structures: Garage(s) Parking Features: Additional Parking; Alley Access; Detached; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Rear Patio And Porch Features: Deck Possession: Close Of Escrow Roof: Shingle Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: None View: Neighborhood; Pond; Trees/Woods Water Source: Public Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Dining Room; Family Room; Great Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price
269900
Auction YN
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN
No
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Occupant Type
Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
252
Street Direction Prefix
S
Street Name
21st
Street Suffix
Street
County
Porter
State
IN
Postal Code
46304
Subdivision Name
Busses Add

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Back on market at no fault of seller! Welcome to 252 S 21st St in Chesterton! This well-maintained home offers valuable updates, flexible living space, and outstanding garage/storage options, all tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac. When you walk through the front door, you'll notice the vinyl flooring and open floor plan, with the floors flowing naturally into the kitchen and dining area. The renovated bathrooms provide a modern, updated feel alongside the main-floor bedrooms. Major improvements include a new roof, new air conditioner, new furnace, new gutters, and a newer sump pump, giving buyers added peace of mind. The home also features a partially finished basement with a family room, bedroom, and bathroom — perfect for guests, hobbies, work-from-home needs, or additional living space. Out back, enjoy a deck overlooking the yard, ideal for relaxing, grilling, or entertaining. The property also stands out with two detached garages providing a total of four garage spaces, offering excellent room for vehicles, storage, tools, recreational equipment, or workshop potential. Conveniently located in Chesterton, this home combines practical updates, extra space, rare garage capacity, and a quiet cul-de-sac setting. Schedule your showing today!

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-08-26T22:15:57Z
Major Change Type
Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp
2026-08-26T22:15:57Z
Status Change Timestamp
2026-08-18
Back on Market Date
2026-08-18

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Basement 3/4
Yes
Main Full
Yes

Exemption Information

Exemption YN
Yes

Square Footage Information

Main Level Finished SqFt
875
Basement Level Finished SqFt
256

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions
Use Showing Time

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level
Main
Bedroom 3 Level
Lower
Dining Room Level
Main
Family Room Level
Lower
Great Room Level
Lower
Kitchen Level
Main
Living Room Level
Main
Primary Bedroom Level
Main

Room Information

Room Name Level Length Width
Living Room Main 12.00 16.00
Kitchen Main 10.00 11.00
Primary Bedroom Main 10.00 11.00
Bedroom 2 Main 10.00 11.00
Dining Room Main 8.00 16.00
Family Room Lower 18.00 7.00
Bedroom 3 Lower 10.00 10.00
Listing Office: Prestige Midwest Realty, LLC
Last Updated: August - 26 - 2026
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