655 Chestnut Street, Valparaiso, IN 46385

New Listing
$384,900
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,144 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,405 Status: Active
Current Price: $384,900 List Date: 10/19/2026 Last Modified: 10/21/2026

Overview

Description

Charming, beautifully updated, and just a short stroll from the heart of vibrant downtown Valparaiso! This inviting home combines timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern improvements in a location that offers an exceptional lifestyle. A welcoming covered front porch opens to a lovely foyer, where original hardwood floors, beautiful woodwork, and distinctive arched openings introduce the character found throughout. The spacious living and dining rooms flow seamlessly together, creating wonderful spaces for everyday living and entertaining. The renovated kitchen features new cabinetry, countertops, and stainless steel appliances, while the addition of a convenient main-floor half bath is a welcome improvement. A light-filled four-seasons family room with vaulted ceilings and walls of windows overlooks the deck and fenced backyard, providing a wonderful retreat in every season. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms offer exceptional closet space, along with a full renova ...

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Listing Details MLS# 847049

General Property Information

New Construction YN
No
Bedrooms Total
2
Bathrooms Full
Yes
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Bathrooms Three Quarter
Yes
Bathrooms Total
3
Rooms Total
8
Above Grade Finished Area
1744
Below Grade Finished Area
400
Living Area
2144
Year Built
1920
Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
Yes
Lot Size Acres
0.17
Lot Size Square Feet
7405.2
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Association YN
No
Waterfront YN
No
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
No

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Washer Basement: Finished; Interior Entry; Storage Space; Sump Pump; Walk-Out Access Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air Fencing: Back Yard; Fenced Flooring: Hardwood Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Double Vanity; Entrance Foyer; Granite Counters; High Ceilings; His and Hers Closets; Recessed Lighting; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup; Lower Level; Washer Hookup Levels: 2-Sty Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Lock Box Information: SentriLock Lot Features: Back Yard; Few Trees; Front Yard; Landscaped; Private; Rectangular Lot Other Structures: Garage(s) Parking Features: Alley Access; Detached; Off Street Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Front Porch Possession: Negotiable 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; Family Room; Great Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price
384900
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
Occupant Type
Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
655
Street Name
Chestnut
Street Suffix
Street
County
Porter
State
IN
Postal Code
46385
Subdivision Name
Sunnycrest Add

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
Charming, beautifully updated, and just a short stroll from the heart of vibrant downtown Valparaiso! This inviting home combines timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern improvements in a location that offers an exceptional lifestyle. A welcoming covered front porch opens to a lovely foyer, where original hardwood floors, beautiful woodwork, and distinctive arched openings introduce the character found throughout. The spacious living and dining rooms flow seamlessly together, creating wonderful spaces for everyday living and entertaining. The renovated kitchen features new cabinetry, countertops, and stainless steel appliances, while the addition of a convenient main-floor half bath is a welcome improvement. A light-filled four-seasons family room with vaulted ceilings and walls of windows overlooks the deck and fenced backyard, providing a wonderful retreat in every season. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms offer exceptional closet space, along with a full renovated hall bath. The lower level features new carpeting, a 3/4 bath, laundry area and generous storage area beneath the family room addition with convenient access from both the laundry area and outdoors. Additional improvements include fresh interior paint throughout, new lighting and a new furnace and central air conditioning. A detached garage with alley access completes the property. Best of all, enjoy the convenience of walking to downtown Valparaiso's charming boutiques, restaurants, Central Park Plaza, farmers markets, concerts, and year-round community events. Classic charm, modern comforts, and an unbeatable downtown lifestyle. Welcome home!

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-10-19T15:16:01Z
Major Change Type
New Listing
Status Change Timestamp
2026-10-19

More Information

Bathroom Totals

Basement 3/4
Yes
Main 1/2
Yes
Upper Full
Yes

Exemption Information

Exemption YN
Yes

Square Footage Information

Upper Level Finished SqFt
712
Main Level Finished SqFt
1032
Basement Level Finished SqFt
400

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level
Upper
Dining Room Level
Main
Family Room Level
Basement
Great Room Level
Main
Kitchen Level
Main
Living Room Level
Main
Primary Bedroom Level
Upper

Room Information

Room Name Level Length Width Remarks
Living Room Main 19.00 12.00 Hardwood Flooring, Arched Doorways
Dining Room Main 13.00 15.00 Hardwood Flooring, Bay Windows, new chandelier
Kitchen Main 13.00 11.00 Renovated Kitchen, new ss appliances, counters, flooring, light fixture
Great Room Main 20.00 14.00 wall of windows, vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan
Primary Bedroom Upper 15.00 11.00 Hardwood Flooring, Two walk-in closets
Bedroom 2 Upper 18.00 9.00 Hardwood Flooring, New lighting, walk-in closet
Family Room Basement 24.00 12.00 Freshly, painted, new carpet
Foyer Main 12.00 8.00 Hardwood Flooring, New Chandelier
Listing Office: @properties/Christie's Intl RE
Last Updated: October - 21 - 2026
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