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5406 Smilax Lane, Valparaiso, IN 46383
New Listing
$269,900
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
2
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
1,328
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
10,019
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$269,900
List Date:
10/16/2026
Last Modified:
10/16/2026
Overview
Description
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Welcome home to this charming ranch nestled in a peaceful Valparaiso neighborhood with LAKE ACCESS! This beautifully maintained home offers a great layout, thoughtful updates, and plenty of space to enjoy both inside and out. The spacious primary bedroom was originally two separate bedrooms, creating an incredible retreat with tons of room and direct access to the backyard deck. Step outside and enjoy the brand-new deck, fenced-in backyard, and 3-seasons room, complete with brand new windows- perfect for morning coffee, entertaining, or relaxing year-round. Inside you'll find a bright and inviting floor plan, granite countertops. vinyl and ceramic tile flooring, and appliances that stay with the home. Recent improvements include a brand-new exterior deck, a rebuilt 3-season room with new windows, a new front door, a new microwave, new drain tile, exterior and interior crawlspace sealing, and some fresh repainting. Located in a desirable Valparaiso location with low property taxes, nearby lake access, and convenient access to everything Valparaiso has to offer, including restaurants, shopping, schools, and entertainment. This ranch is one you won't want to miss!
Listing Details MLS# 846932
General Property Information
- New Construction YN
- No
- Bedrooms Total
- 2
- Bathrooms Full
- Yes
- Bathrooms Three Quarter
- Yes
- Bathrooms Total
- 2
- Rooms Total
- 7
- Above Grade Finished Area
- 1328
- Living Area
- 1328
- Year Built
- 1955
- Garage YN
- Yes
- Garage Spaces
- 1.5
- Lot Size Acres
- 0.23
- Lot Size Square Feet
- 10018.8
- Lot Size Source
- Assessor
- Association YN
- No
- Waterfront YN
- Yes
- Basement YN
- No
- Fireplace YN
- No
Property Features
Appliances:
Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer
Basement:
Crawl Space
Construction Materials:
Vinyl Siding
Cooling:
Central Air
Exterior Features:
Private Yard; Rain Gutters
Fencing:
Back Yard
Flooring:
Tile; Vinyl
Heating:
Forced Air; Natural Gas
Interior Features:
Country Kitchen; Granite Counters; Kitchen Island; Pantry
Laundry Features:
Main Level
Levels:
1-Sty/Ranch/Bungalow
Listing Terms:
Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan
Lock Box Information:
SentriLock
Lot Features:
Back Yard; Landscaped; Paved
Parking Features:
Attached; Driveway
Patio And Porch Features:
Covered; Deck; Patio; Porch
Pool Features:
None
Possession:
Close Of Escrow
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Special Listing Conditions:
None
View:
Other
Water Source:
Public
Waterfront Features:
Lake Privileges
Room Types:
Bedroom 2; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; 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
- 5406
- Street Name
- Smilax
- Street Suffix
- Lane
- County
- Porter
- State
- IN
- Postal Code
- 46383
- Subdivision Name
- Blackhawk Beach 2nd Sub
Remarks and Miscellaneous
- Public Remarks
- Welcome home to this charming ranch nestled in a peaceful Valparaiso neighborhood with LAKE ACCESS! This beautifully maintained home offers a great layout, thoughtful updates, and plenty of space to enjoy both inside and out. The spacious primary bedroom was originally two separate bedrooms, creating an incredible retreat with tons of room and direct access to the backyard deck. Step outside and enjoy the brand-new deck, fenced-in backyard, and 3-seasons room, complete with brand new windows- perfect for morning coffee, entertaining, or relaxing year-round. Inside you'll find a bright and inviting floor plan, granite countertops. vinyl and ceramic tile flooring, and appliances that stay with the home. Recent improvements include a brand-new exterior deck, a rebuilt 3-season room with new windows, a new front door, a new microwave, new drain tile, exterior and interior crawlspace sealing, and some fresh repainting. Located in a desirable Valparaiso location with low property taxes, nearby lake access, and convenient access to everything Valparaiso has to offer, including restaurants, shopping, schools, and entertainment. This ranch is one you won't want to miss!
Status Change Information
- Major Change Timestamp
- 2026-10-16T14:56:41Z
- Major Change Type
- New Listing
- Status Change Timestamp
- 2026-10-16
More Information
Bathroom Totals
- Main 3/4
- Yes
- Main Full
- Yes
Exemption Information
- Exemption YN
- Yes
Square Footage Information
- Main Level Finished SqFt
- 1328
Showing Requirements
- Showing Instructions
- Schedule in ShowingTime.
Room Types
- Bedroom 2 Level
- Main
- Bonus Room Level
- Main
- Dining Room Level
- Main
- Kitchen Level
- Main
- Laundry Level
- Main
- Living Room Level
- Main
- Primary Bedroom Level
- Main
Room Information
| Room Name | Level | Length | Width |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | Main | 21.00 | 11.00 |
| Bedroom 2 | Main | 9.00 | 8.00 |
| Dining Room | Main | 12.00 | 8.00 |
| Kitchen | Main | 19.00 | 11.00 |
| Living Room | Main | 16.00 | 11.00 |
| Bonus Room | Main | 19.00 | 9.00 |
| Laundry | Main | 7.00 | 4.00 |
Listing Office:
Better Homes and Gardens Real
Last Updated: October - 16 - 2026
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