601 Washington Street, Valparaiso, IN 46383 (MLS# 846290)

601 Washington Street, Valparaiso, IN 46383

$995,000

Living room with oak floors and original ash paneling

Den with oak floors and pine paneling and fireplace on opposite side of living room.

Solarium with terra cotta tile floors and expansive wall of windows.

Family room with oak floors resides on opposite side of foyer.

Remodeled kitchen with expansive counters, cabinetry, Wolf stove and SubZero refrigerator.

Custom pantry and wine rack adjacent to kitchen.

Primary suite with custom platform bed and night stands, oak floors, ensuite, WIC, adjacent office, and balcony.

Primary ensuite with Carrera Marble tile throughout.

Adjacent dual office with a wall of windows, oak floors, wet bar, and patio door to balcony.

Bedroom 3 with dressing area and ensuite.

Bedroom 4 currently serves as studio. Perfect for exercise room.

Covered breezeway serves as delightful patio

Custom planters and gate defines the elegant patio.

The second floor balcony off of the office provides a secluded spot to view the sunsets and surrounding neighborhood.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 4,266 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,712 Status: Active

Current Price: $995,000 List Date: 10/15/2026 Last Modified: 10/16/2026

Overview

Description

A rare opportunity in Valparaiso's historic downtown neighborhood, where architectural integrity, exceptional craftsmanship and a walkable lifestyle come together. Built in 1940 by highly regarded Foster Lumber, this distinctive brick home has been thoughtfully updated by an architect with a passion for preserving its original character while incorporating the finest materials and modern conveniences. Original details include select straight-grain oak hardwood floors, ash wood paneling inspired by a late-1790s North Carolina home, period-appropriate brass hardware and back-to-back wood-burning fireplaces accented with imported English and Dutch ceramic tile. The remarkable kitchen features terra-cotta brick flooring with Tunisian stone insets, custom cabinetry coordinating with a mahogany hutch, walk-in pantry, Wolf commercial gas range and microwave, and Sub-Zero refrigeration. Four bedrooms each offer an ensuite bath; the primary bath is beautifully appointed with Carrara marble, Dor ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 846290

General Property Information

New Construction YN: No
Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Three Quarter: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 6
Rooms Total: 15
Accessibility Features YN: No
Above Grade Finished Area: 3594
Below Grade Finished Area: 672
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 192
Living Area: 4266
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1938
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Lot Size Square Feet: 8712
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Association YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Basement YN: Yes
Fireplace YN: Yes

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Washer; Water Softener Owned Basement: Partially Finished; Storage Space; Sump Pump Construction Materials: Brick; Wood Siding Cooling: Central Air; Zoned Electric: 200+ Amp Service Exterior Features: Balcony; Rain Gutters; Storage Fireplace Features: Living Room; Other Flooring: Hardwood; Tile Heating: Baseboard; Central; Forced Air; Natural Gas; Zoned Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Crown Molding; Double Vanity; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Granite Counters; Pantry; Soaking Tub; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Sink Levels: 2-Sty Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lot Features: Corner Lot; Front Yard; Landscaped; Paved; Rectangular Lot; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Other Structures: Garage(s) Parking Features: Detached; Driveway; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Side Patio And Porch Features: Patio Pool Features: None Possession: Close Of Escrow Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Security System; Smoke Detector(s) Sewer: Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions: None Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected View: Neighborhood Water Source: Public Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bonus Room; Den; Dining Room; Family Room; Game Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Library; Living Room; Office; Other Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price: 995000
Auction YN: No
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Seller to consider offering concessions: No
Owner Name: Owner of Record
Occupant Type: Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 601
Street Name: Washington
Street Suffix: Street
County: Porter
State: IN
Postal Code: 46383
Subdivision Name: Powells Add

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks: A rare opportunity in Valparaiso's historic downtown neighborhood, where architectural integrity, exceptional craftsmanship and a walkable lifestyle come together. Built in 1940 by highly regarded Foster Lumber, this distinctive brick home has been thoughtfully updated by an architect with a passion for preserving its original character while incorporating the finest materials and modern conveniences. Original details include select straight-grain oak hardwood floors, ash wood paneling inspired by a late-1790s North Carolina home, period-appropriate brass hardware and back-to-back wood-burning fireplaces accented with imported English and Dutch ceramic tile. The remarkable kitchen features terra-cotta brick flooring with Tunisian stone insets, custom cabinetry coordinating with a mahogany hutch, walk-in pantry, Wolf commercial gas range and microwave, and Sub-Zero refrigeration. Four bedrooms each offer an ensuite bath; the primary bath is beautifully appointed with Carrara marble, Dornbracht fixtures, Kohler Birthday tub and skylight. A 20x20 bedroom offers flexibility for a studio, gym or office, while a dedicated office opens to a second-story deck. Enjoy a window-lined sunroom/dining room, solarium with heated floor and skylight, finished basement with family room and custom wine cellar, breezeway, patio and attached 2-car garage. New roof and skylights, EV charger, sprinkler, water filtration and security systems add modern convenience. Best of all, downtown is just 5 blocks away—walk to Central Park, restaurants, coffee shops, markets, live music and entertainment. A home where history has not simply been preserved, but thoughtfully carried forward.

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-10-15T18:05:37Z
Major Change Type: Back on Market
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-10-15
Back on Market Date: 2026-10-15

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Main 3/4: Yes
Upper Full: 3

Exemption Information

Exemption YN: Yes
Exemptions: Hmst, SHSC

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: 2

Square Footage Information

Upper Level Finished SqFt: 2140
Main Level Finished SqFt: 1454
Basement Level Finished SqFt: 672

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions: Use ShowingTime. Listing agent must be at all showings.

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Bonus Room Level: Upper
Den Level: Main
Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room Level: Main
Game Room Level: Basement
Kitchen Level: Main
Laundry Level: Basement
Library Level: Main
Living Room Level: Main
Office Level: Upper
Other Room Level: Basement
Primary Bedroom Level: Upper

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Living Room	Main	23.00	12.25	Hdwd, FP, Ash paneling
Kitchen	Main	21.25	11.25	Terra cotta tile, comm SS appl, pantry, brkfst
Dining Room	Main	21.25	9.00	Terra cotta tile
Den	Main	11.50	13.60	Pine paneling, FP
Family Room	Main	13.25	13.25	Hdwd
Library	Main	11.25	4.00	Custom shelves
Sunroom	Main	11.00	11.00	Terra cotta tile
Primary Bedroom	Upper	19.00	13.25	Ensuite, WIC
Office	Upper	13.20	12.00	Dual Built-ins, Patio door, wet bar
Bedroom 2	Upper	16.75	13.25	Reading nook, ensuite
Bedroom 3	Upper	10.50	9.80	Ensuite, dressing rm
Bedroom 4	Upper	19.30	18.25	Ensuite, currently used as studeo. Flex/exercise
Game Room	Basement	22.00	13.00	tile
Laundry	Basement	13.25	9.40	W/D, sink, cabinets, tile
Other	Basement	7.00	6.25	Wine Cellar

Listing Office: BHHS Indiana Realty

Last Updated: October - 16 - 2026

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