838 N 200 W, Valparaiso, IN 46385
$679,900
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
4
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
2,458
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
122,491
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$679,900
List Date:
5/26/2026
Last Modified:
8/21/2026
Listing Details MLS# 839570
General Property Information
- New Construction YN
- No
- Bedrooms Total
- 4
- Bathrooms Full
- Yes
- Bathrooms Three Quarter
- 2
- Bathrooms Total
- 3
- Rooms Total
- 10
- Accessibility Features YN
- No
- Above Grade Finished Area
- 2458
- Below Grade Unfinished Area
- 454
- Living Area
- 2458
- Living Area Source
- Owner
- Year Built
- 1927
- Garage YN
- No
- Lot Size Acres
- 2.812
- Lot Size Square Feet
- 122490.72
- Lot Size Source
- Assessor
- Association YN
- No
- Waterfront YN
- No
- Basement YN
- Yes
- Fireplace YN
- No
Property Features
Appliances:
Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Washer; Water Softener Owned
Basement:
Partially Finished; Sump Pump; Walk-Out Access
Construction Materials:
Vinyl Siding
Cooling:
Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air
Electric:
200+ Amp Service
Exterior Features:
Balcony; Lighting; Rain Gutters
Flooring:
Carpet; Tile; Vinyl
Heating:
Central; Forced Air; Hot Water; Natural Gas
Interior Features:
Ceiling Fan(s); Double Vanity; Granite Counters; Pantry; Soaking Tub; Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features:
Gas Dryer Hookup; Main Level; Washer Hookup
Levels:
1.5 Sty/Cape Cod
Listing Terms:
Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan
Lock Box Information:
SentriLock
Lot Features:
Back Yard; Few Trees; Front Yard
Other Structures:
Barn(s); Shed(s)
Parking Features:
Additional Parking; Concrete; Detached; Driveway; Gravel; Other
Patio And Porch Features:
Covered; Deck; Front Porch; Rear Porch
Pool Features:
Above Ground
Possession:
Close Of Escrow
Roof:
Shingle
Security Features:
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer:
Septic Tank
Special Listing Conditions:
Standard
Utilities:
Natural Gas Available
View:
Trees/Woods
Water Source:
Well
Window Features:
Insulated Windows
Room Types:
Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Dining Room; Family Room; Great Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Office; Primary Bedroom
Contract Information
- Original List Price
- 729900
- Auction YN
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Property Attached YN
- No
- Listing Agreement
- Exclusive Right To Sell
- Seller to consider offering concessions
- Yes
- Occupant Type
- Vacant
Location Tax and Legal
- Street Number
- 838
- Street Direction Prefix
- N
- Street Name
- 200
- Street Direction Suffix
- W
- County
- Porter
- State
- IN
- Postal Code
- 46385
- Subdivision Name
- Sauk Council Estates
Remarks and Miscellaneous
- Public Remarks
- FROM THE POOL TO THE BARN — THIS ONE HAS IT ALL NOT YOUR AVERAGE CAPE COD YOUR OWN PEACEFUL RETREAT, This Beautifully updated Cape Cod situated on nearly 3 acres offering the perfect blend of privacy, entertaining space, and functionality. This spacious home features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a dedicated office. The open concept kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly into the large living room creating the ideal setup for gatherings and everyday living. The upper level offers endless possibilities for additional living space, recreation area, hobby rooms, or guest accommodations. Home features include 2 furnaces, tankless water heater, and updates completed throughout the years for added comfort and efficiency. Enjoy peaceful outdoor living with two exterior decks located at the front and side of the home overlooking the expansive property. The exterior amenities truly set this property apart. In addition to the rebuilt/restored barn and large shed previously utilized as a chicken coop, the property also includes an impressive finished exterior building perfect for entertaining, gatherings, hobbies, or workspace potential. This space features heated floors, commercial grade epoxy flooring, kitchen area, bathroom, tankless water heater, and insulated walls and ceilings. Attached covered exterior space offers reinforced concrete flooring and additional possibilities for future use. Step outside and enjoy summer days around the large pool with surrounding deck space perfect for relaxing and entertaining. Conveniently located near Lemon Lake County Park with trails, golf, fishing, shopping, restaurants, schools, and major commuter routes while still offering the privacy and flexibility of country-style living. Easy access to surrounding Northwest Indiana communities and Chicago. This unique property offers endless possibilities and is worth a tour to truly appreciate everything it has to offer! A RARE FIND WITH SPACE TO GROW WITH ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES!
Status Change Information
- Major Change Timestamp
- 2026-08-21T15:47:19Z
- Major Change Type
- Price Reduced
- Price Change Timestamp
- 2026-08-21T15:47:19Z
- Status Change Timestamp
- 2026-05-26
More Information
Bathroom Totals
- Main 3/4
- Yes
- Main Full
- Yes
- Upper 3/4
- Yes
Exemption Information
- Exemption YN
- Yes
- Exemptions
- Homestead
Square Footage Information
- Upper Level Finished SqFt
- 740
- Main Level Finished SqFt
- 1718
Showing Requirements
- Showing Instructions
- Go and Show
Room Types
- Bedroom 2 Level
- Main
- Bedroom 3 Level
- Upper
- Bedroom 4 Level
- Upper
- Dining Room Level
- Main
- Family Room Level
- Upper
- Great Room Level
- Upper
- Kitchen Level
- Main
- Living Room Level
- Main
- Office Level
- Main
- Primary Bedroom Level
- Main
Room Information
| Room Name | Level | Length | Width | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | Main | 15.00 | 11.50 | Buyer to verify |
| Dining Room | Main | 15.17 | 12.67 | Buyer to verify |
| Living Room | Main | 24.00 | 16.50 | Buyer to verify |
| Primary Bedroom | Main | 18.75 | 18.33 | Buyer to verify |
| Bedroom 2 | Main | 13.17 | 8.67 | Buyer to verify |
| Office | Main | 11.50 | 8.83 | Buyer to verify |
| Great Room | Upper | 18.67 | 17.83 | Buyer to verify |
| Family Room | Upper | 15.25 | 9.50 | Buyer to verify |
| Bedroom 3 | Upper | 11.50 | 8.83 | Buyer to verify |
| Bedroom 4 | Upper | 11.50 | 8.83 | Buyer to verify |
Listing Office:
Favela Real Estate, LLC
Last Updated: August - 21 - 2026
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