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Home For Sale
1198 N Babcock Road
Chesterton, Indiana 46304
Porter CountyWaterfront:
YesCommunity:
$275,000
2 br, 1.0 bath
1860 sq. ft.
1.700 acres
Escape to your own 1.7-acre private retreat just minutes from Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes! This classic Cape Cod-style home blends cozy charm with incredible potential. Step inside to find two comfortable bedrooms plus a spacious open loft that's perfect for a home office, playroom, or easy conversion to a third bedroom. The flowing layout and natural light create a warm, inviting atmosphere ready for your personal touch. Outside, the possibilities are endless: a stocked fish pond for quiet evenings, a large tool shed for projects and storage, and a chicken coop (chickens not included!) for the hobby farmer in you. The expansive, mostly level lot offers plenty of room to garden, play, or simply enjoy peaceful country living. Zoned Residential-2, this rare property allows you to run a home-based business,all while living on-site. Conveniently located with quick access to I-94, the South Shore train, shopping, and the beach. Bring your vision--this diamond in the rough is brimming with opportunity for homeowners, investors, or entrepreneurs alike. Schedule your private tour today and see the potential for yourself!
Interior:
- Bedrooms: 2
- Baths: 1.0
- Sq Ft: 1860
- Year Built: 1948
- Utilities:
- Fireplaces:
- Stories: 1.5
- Heat/AC: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Garage: Garage, Off Street, Paved or Surfaced
Exterior:
- Lot Size: 1.700 acre
- Lot Dimensions:
- Waterfront: Yes
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- Siding:
- Roof:
- Property Taxes: $1,729
- MLS #: 830986
Contact Information:
Listing Agent: Brian Manning, Listing Leaders, 219-771-0187, 219-462-5478
Listing Site, Listing Status: Active
Copyright © 2025 Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Copyright © 2025 Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Ad Number: 6856233
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Updated: Nov 21, 2025

