42 Shore Drive, Portage, IN 46368

$970,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,394 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,500 Status: Closed
Current Price: $970,000 List Date: 11/03/2025 Last Modified: 5/06/2026

Overview

Description

Lakefront Living at Its Finest! Experience the magic of Lake Michigan right from your backyard! This stunning home sits directly along the shoreline, offering peaceful views and unforgettable sunsets from nearly every level. Wake up to the sound of gentle waves and step out from the main level walk-out to take in a breathtaking panoramic view of Lake Michigan. The walk-out lower level also showcases a fantastic lake view—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or hosting guests. Designed for flexibility, the lower level includes two bonus rooms that can serve as comfortable guest quarters, complete with their own kitchen, laundry area, and private deck overlooking the lake. It's the perfect setup for extended family, weekend visitors, or even a private retreat space. Located less than an hour from Chicago, just over an hour to South Bend, under a mile from the South Shore Train Station, and just two miles from the marina, this home perfectly blends lakeside tranquility with everyday conv ...

Listing Details MLS# 830260

General Property Information

New Construction YN
No
Bedrooms Total
3
Bathrooms Three Quarter
3
Bathrooms Total
3
Rooms Total
12
Above Grade Finished Area
1977
Below Grade Finished Area
1417
Living Area
3394
Living Area Source
Assessor
Year Built
1962
Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Size Acres
0.1722
Lot Size Square Feet
7500
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Association YN
No
Waterfront YN
Yes
Basement YN
No
Fireplace YN
Yes

Property Features

Appliances: Built-In Gas Range; Dishwasher; Dryer; ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances; Gas Cooktop; Gas Range; Microwave; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Washer Construction Materials: Cedar Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air Exterior Features: Balcony; Private Yard Fireplace Features: Gas; Living Room Flooring: Hardwood; Tile Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Double Vanity; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Granite Counters; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Recessed Lighting; Stone Counters; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Lower Level; Main Level; Sink; Washer Hookup Levels: Other Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lock Box Information: SentriLock Lot Features: Few Trees; Landscaped Parking Features: Additional Parking; Attached; Driveway; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Front; Off Street; Other Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck Pool Features: None Possession: Close Of Escrow Sewer: Septic Tank Special Listing Conditions: Standard Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected View: Lake Water Source: Public Waterfront Features: Lake Front Window Features: Bay Window(s); Display Window(s) Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bonus Room; Great Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Other Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price
1100000
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
42
Street Name
Shore
Street Suffix
Drive
County
Porter
State
IN
Postal Code
46368
Subdivision Name
Ogden Dunes 1st Sub

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Lakefront Living at Its Finest! Experience the magic of Lake Michigan right from your backyard! This stunning home sits directly along the shoreline, offering peaceful views and unforgettable sunsets from nearly every level. Wake up to the sound of gentle waves and step out from the main level walk-out to take in a breathtaking panoramic view of Lake Michigan. The walk-out lower level also showcases a fantastic lake view—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or hosting guests. Designed for flexibility, the lower level includes two bonus rooms that can serve as comfortable guest quarters, complete with their own kitchen, laundry area, and private deck overlooking the lake. It's the perfect setup for extended family, weekend visitors, or even a private retreat space. Located less than an hour from Chicago, just over an hour to South Bend, under a mile from the South Shore Train Station, and just two miles from the marina, this home perfectly blends lakeside tranquility with everyday convenience. Whether it's a weekend escape or a full-time waterfront retreat, this property offers the best of both worlds.

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-05-06T17:02:50Z
Major Change Type
Status Change
Status Change Timestamp
2026-05-06
Offer Acceptance Date
2026-03-07
Close Date
2026-05-06
Close Price
970000
Concessions
No
Buyer Financing
Conventional

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Lower 3/4
Yes
Main 3/4
2

Exemption Information

Exemption YN
No

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total
Yes

Square Footage Information

Main Level Finished SqFt
1977
Lower Level Finished SqFt
1417

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions
Use showing time. Must have confirmation to show. lockbox 1514563 on side entry door.

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level
Main
Bedroom 3 Level
Main
Bonus Room Level
Lower
Great Room Level
Lower
Kitchen Level
Lower
Laundry Level
Lower
Living Room Level
Main
Other Room Level
Main
Primary Bedroom Level
Main

Room Information

Room Name Level Length Width Remarks
Primary Bedroom Main 14.00 13.85 hardwood, walk in closet 8x7, en-suite, ceiling fan and recessed lighting, bay window
Bedroom 2 Main 13.00 12.35 bay window, loft style room could also be an office
Bedroom 3 Main 13.00 12.45 hardwood flooring, ceiling fan, bay window
Kitchen Main 30.00 20.00 Lake view, granite, eat-in kitchen, open to living room,
Living Room Main 27.75 15.00 Lake view, gas fire place, dual ceiling fans, hardwood flooring
Laundry Main 4.00 4.00 laundry closet with hook ups for stackable unit on the main floor
Other Main 10.00 8.75 wet bar, granite
Great Room Lower 12.00 11.00 walk out to lower level deck
Bonus Room Lower 10.50 9.00 closet, ceiling fan, tile floor
Bonus Room Lower 11.50 8.00 closet, ceiling fan, tile floor, walk-in closet
Laundry Lower 9.50 6.75 washer, dryer cabinets, utility sink
Kitchen Lower 25.00 15.00 Lake view, tile floor, built in oven
Listing Office: Listing Leaders
Last Updated: May - 06 - 2026
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