256 Garfield Avenue, Valparaiso, IN 46383

New Listing
$299,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,728 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 9,235 Status: Active
Current Price: $299,000 List Date: 9/21/2026 Last Modified: 9/21/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained bungalow-style ranch with a full basement, offering comfort, convenience, and charm. Pride of ownership shines throughout this clean, move-in-ready home. Step outside to enjoy the spacious yard enclosed by a wrought iron fence, perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining family and friends. The oversized yard presents an excellent opportunity for future expansion, subject to any required county approvals. Location is everything! Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance of Central Park, downtown concerts, the annual popcorn festival, farmers market and the array of popular restaurants and local dining. Commuters will appreciate the easy access to Route 30 and nearby South Shore/V-Line transportation, making travel simple and convenient. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, or searching for a home in a desirable location, this property is one you won't want to miss!

Listing Details MLS# 843530

General Property Information

New Construction YN
No
Bedrooms Total
2
Bathrooms Full
Yes
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Bathrooms Total
2
Rooms Total
7
Above Grade Finished Area
864
Below Grade Finished Area
864
Living Area
1728
Living Area Source
Assessor
Year Built
1910
Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
Yes
Lot Size Acres
0.212
Lot Size Square Feet
9235
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Association YN
No
Waterfront YN
No
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
No

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Freezer; Gas Range; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned Basement: Bath/Stubbed; Daylight; Finished; Storage Space; Sump Pump Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air Electric: 100 Amp Service Exterior Features: Private Yard Fencing: Fenced Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Vinyl Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas Interior Features: Crown Molding; Eat-in Kitchen; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup; Sink; Washer Hookup Levels: 1-Sty/Ranch/Bungalow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Lock Box Information: SentriLock Lot Features: Corner Lot; Few Trees; Landscaped; Near Public Transit; Rectangular Lot Parking Features: Additional Parking; Attached; Driveway; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Front Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Enclosed; Front Porch; Porch; Rear Porch; Screened Possession: Close Of Escrow Roof: Shingle Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: Standard Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected View: Neighborhood Water Source: Public Window Features: Blinds Room Types: Basement; Bedroom 2; Kitchen; Living Room; Other Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price
309000
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
256
Street Name
Garfield
Street Suffix
Avenue
County
Porter
State
IN
Postal Code
46383
Subdivision Name
Woodhulls Add

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained bungalow-style ranch with a full basement, offering comfort, convenience, and charm. Pride of ownership shines throughout this clean, move-in-ready home. Step outside to enjoy the spacious yard enclosed by a wrought iron fence, perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining family and friends. The oversized yard presents an excellent opportunity for future expansion, subject to any required county approvals. Location is everything! Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance of Central Park, downtown concerts, the annual popcorn festival, farmers market and the array of popular restaurants and local dining. Commuters will appreciate the easy access to Route 30 and nearby South Shore/V-Line transportation, making travel simple and convenient. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, or searching for a home in a desirable location, this property is one you won't want to miss!

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-09-21T17:52:09Z
Major Change Type
Price Change
Price Change Timestamp
2026-09-21T17:52:09Z
Status Change Timestamp
2026-09-21
Back on Market Date
2026-09-21

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Basement 1/2
Yes
Main Full
Yes

Exemption Information

Exemption YN
Yes

Square Footage Information

Main Level Finished SqFt
864
Basement Level Finished SqFt
864

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions
Use showing assist

Room Types

Basement Level
Basement
Bedroom 2 Level
Main
Kitchen Level
Main
Living Room Level
Main
Other Room Level
Main
Primary Bedroom Level
Main

Room Information

Room Name Level Length Width Remarks
Living Room Main 22.00 11.00 Built in corner cabinets, crown molding
Kitchen Main 12.00 11.00 Eat-in
Primary Bedroom Main 12.00 11.00 New carpet, walk in closet
Bedroom 2 Main 8.00 11.00 Access to walk up attic, walk in closet
Mudroom Main 5.00 3.00 Enclosed Breezeway
Other Main 22.00 7.00 Enclosed Porch lined with windows allowing refreshing breezes
Basement Basement 36.00 24.00 Bathroom
Listing Office: Listing Leaders Northwest
Last Updated: September - 21 - 2026
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