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1717 Crocker St, Chesterton, IN, 46304

3beds
2baths
2,400sqft
$249,000
$104price/sqft
$1,767/moest. monthly cost
$70,680/yrincome needed

About This Home

Move-in ready with built-in upside, this fully remodeled 11/2-story home offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The basement bedroom and bathroom will be completed before closing. Recent improvements include new roof shingles, windows, doors, trim, abundant kitchen cabinets and countertops, whirlpool tub, waterproof vinyl plank flooring throughout, and central air conditioning. Enjoy outdoor living on the spacious new wraparound deck overlooking a large backyard, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The home is adjacent to the Duneland Prairie Bike Trail, offering immediate access to miles of scenic recreation. The basement is fully framed and electrically roughed in for a private primary suite, including a large 17x20 bedroom, walk-in closet, full bath with double vanity, and laundry area. A new egress window is already in place, making this level bright, functional, and ready to finish with minimal additional investment. Ideally located in the award-winning Chesterton school district, near Hwy 149 and County Rd 1100, this home provides quick access to shopping, restaurants, Indiana Dunes on Lake Michigan, the South Shore Train, downtown Chesterton, and the popular European Market, with an easy 45-minute commute to Chicago. A rare opportunity for turnkey comfort with strong future value.

Getting Around

10
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
51
BikeBikeable

Schools

7/10
9/10
Chesterton Middle SchoolGrades 7-83.5 mi
9/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1927

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partially Finished,Sump Pump

Bedroom2

  • Area: 72
  • Dimensions: 9.0 x 8.0

Bedroom3

  • Area: 340
  • Dimensions: 17.0 x 20.0

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Den

  • Area: 63
  • Dimensions: 7.0 x 9.0

Family Room

  • Area: 242
  • Dimensions: 11.0 x 22.0

Features

  • Country Kitchen
  • Finished area above ground: 1,600

Heating

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,400
  • Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft

Kitchen

  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 12.0 x 14.0

Living Room

  • Area: 300
  • Dimensions: 12.0 x 25.0

Primary Bedroom

  • Area: 238
  • Dimensions: 17.0 x 14.0

Utility Room

  • Area: 104
  • Dimensions: 13.0 x 8.0

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 640609155003000007
  • Zoning description: residential
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Neighborhood

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,098 sqft
  • Features: Back Yard,Landscaped,Front Yard

Parking

  • Parking features: Off Street,Gravel

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Strong Wind
Tornado
Inland Flooding
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Indiana Counties

Flood
Snowstorm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,259$15,108
Home Insurance *$120$1,440
Property Taxes $168$2,016
Electricity $220$2,640
Total$1,767$21,204
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$60,582/yr
40% on housing$53,010/yr
45% on housing$47,120/yr

Indiana FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 810Commercial: 30
Total Premiums$1.77M
Total Exposure$1.82M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 10.0%
10.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.1%
6.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.9%
3.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$104This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 46304$176
Porter County$165

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 46304$182
Porter County$169

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-01-17Listed for sale$249,000
2025-02-23Listing removed$194,700
2025-01-30Price change$194,700
2025-01-23Listed for sale$200,000
2010-11-24Sold$35,100

For Sale by Agent

AgentPaul Boyter
BrokerageMcColly Real Estate

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