254 Park Avenue, Valparaiso, IN 46383 (MLS# 840352)

254 Park Avenue, Valparaiso, IN 46383

$250,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 1 Square Footage: 1,486 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 4,356 Status: Active

Current Price: $250,000 List Date: 6/09/2026 Last Modified: 8/12/2026

Overview

Description

Reduced Price! Love the Location. Cherish the History. Here is one of Valpo's Oldest Homes, a rare historic gem downtown. Step back in time at 254 Park Avenue, literally where Valparaiso began. Built in 1860, this classic residence is one of the oldest homes in the city and has had only six owners in its entire 165-year history. For the past 25 years it has been lovingly cared for by the current owner — it's a true piece of Valpo heritage that rarely comes on the market. Featuring original hardwood flooring & beautiful crown molding, this 1,486-square-foot home offers 3 bedrooms & timeless 19th-century character with a detached garage. Located just 2 blocks from Ben Franklin Middle School and the proposed Valpo REC (Recreation and Enrichment Campus), and 6 blocks from Central Park Plaza, shops, restaurants, and the new Grand Gardner Hotel, adding even more vibrancy and convenience to this historic neighborhood. Whether you're looking for a home rich in history or an incredible opport ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 840352

General Property Information

New Construction YN: No
Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: Yes
Bathrooms Total: Yes
Rooms Total: 8
Above Grade Finished Area: 1486
Living Area: 1486
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1860
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Lot Size Acres: 0.1
Lot Size Square Feet: 4356
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Association YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Basement YN: No
Fireplace YN: No

Property Features

Appliances: Dryer; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Cooling: Central Air Heating: Natural Gas Interior Features: Crown Molding Levels: 2-Sty Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lock Box Information: SentriLock Lot Features: Front Yard; Rectangular Lot Possession: Close Of Escrow Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: None Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected View: Neighborhood Water Source: Public Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Library; Living Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price: 269000
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: 254
Street Name: Park
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Porter
State: IN
Postal Code: 46383
Subdivision Name: Powells Add

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks: Reduced Price! Love the Location. Cherish the History. Here is one of Valpo's Oldest Homes, a rare historic gem downtown. Step back in time at 254 Park Avenue, literally where Valparaiso began. Built in 1860, this classic residence is one of the oldest homes in the city and has had only six owners in its entire 165-year history. For the past 25 years it has been lovingly cared for by the current owner — it's a true piece of Valpo heritage that rarely comes on the market. Featuring original hardwood flooring & beautiful crown molding, this 1,486-square-foot home offers 3 bedrooms & timeless 19th-century character with a detached garage. Located just 2 blocks from Ben Franklin Middle School and the proposed Valpo REC (Recreation and Enrichment Campus), and 6 blocks from Central Park Plaza, shops, restaurants, and the new Grand Gardner Hotel, adding even more vibrancy and convenience to this historic neighborhood. Whether you're looking for a home rich in history or an incredible opportunity to personalize a true Valparaiso landmark, 254 Park Avenue is a once-in-a-generation chance. Homes with this level of provenance and low ownership turnover simply do not come along often. Don't miss your opportunity to own a piece of Valparaiso's founding story. Schedule your private tour today!

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-08-12T16:21:12Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-08-12T16:21:11Z
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-06-09

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Main Full: Yes

Exemption Information

Exemption YN: No

Square Footage Information

Upper Level Finished SqFt: 480
Main Level Finished SqFt: 1006

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions: Use Showing Assist

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Dining Room Level: Main
Kitchen Level: Main
Laundry Level: Main
Library Level: Main
Living Room Level: Main
Primary Bedroom Level: Upper

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Kitchen	Main	10.10	8.70	Perg
Dining Room	Main	15.60	13.30	Pergo
Living Room	Main	23.10	11.20	Oak
Library	Main	8.20	5.50	Oak
Laundry	Main	5.30	3.10	Vinyl/Lino
Bedroom 3	Main	8.30	7.30	Wood
Primary Bedroom	Upper	14.90	11.10	Wood
Bedroom 2	Upper	14.70	10.11	Wood

Listing Office: RE/MAX Lifestyles

Last Updated: August - 12 - 2026

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