Valparaiso, IN 46385 453 Chestnut Street
$435,000
OPEN HOUSE Sat, Feb 28 2026 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM



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Presented By: Hannah Trueblood with @properties/Christie's Intl RE - (219) 531-2288;
Home Details
Step into a home that feels like a story unfolding. This early 20th-century charmer blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates across 4 bedrooms, 2 baths & 3,000 finished square feet. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel the warmth, craftsmanship & sense that this home has been deeply loved. Arched windows pour natural light into gracious living spaces, while custom one-of-a-kind built-ins add both beauty & function. The main level flows effortlessly from a cozy living room with fireplace into a formal dining room made for long dinners & meaningful gatherings. A brand-new kitchen anchors the home with stainless steel appliances, abundant storage & a layout that supports everyday living. Just off the main living spaces, a sunroom offers a quiet retreat, perfect for morning coffee, reading or watching the seasons shift. It connects beautifully to a dedicated office, creating a natural rhythm between work & rest. A large main-floor primary bedroom & newly renovated bath make everyday living easy. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms & generous storage continue the home's inviting cadence. The finished basement opens a world of possibility, styled as a studio-like space with a private exterior entrance, new 3/4 bath & laundry. Ideal for guests, multigenerational living, creative use or future rental income, it's a rare & valuable feature. Outside, a low-maintenance picket-fenced yard offers charm without the burden, while a detached 1.5-car garage adds convenience & character. And the location is hard to beat. Downtown Valparaiso is just steps away with coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, the ChicaGO Dash & vibrant community life. Enjoy concerts at the amphitheater, shop local, meet friends for dinner or commute with ease, only 10 miles to the South Shore Train & about an hour into Chicago. 453 Chestnut isn't just a house, it's a lifestyle where historic charm meets modern comfort & everyday life feels a little more special.
Presented By: Hannah Trueblood with @properties/Christie's Intl RE - (219) 531-2288;
Interior Features for 453 Chestnut Street
Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms4
Bathrooms
3/4 Baths1
Half Baths
Total Baths2
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area2306
Fireplace FeaturesLiving Room
Fireplace Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesCrown Molding, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer
Laundry FeaturesLower Level, Laundry Room
Total Fireplaces1
Other Rooms
Room TypeBonus Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2
General for 453 Chestnut Street
AppliancesDryer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
CityValparaiso
CountyPorter
DirectionsFrom Lincolnway - campbell st north, left on chestnut, home on the left.
Electric100 Amp Service
Full Baths1
Garage Spaces1.5
Garage Y/NYes
HOANo
HeatingForced Air
High SchoolValparaiso High School
High School DistrictValparaiso
Legal DescriptionCOUNCILS ADD W80 E180 N96 BLK 83
LevelsOne and One Half
Listing TermsCash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional
Lot Size Square Feet7840.8
Middle/Junior High SchoolBenjamin Franklin Middle School
New ConstructionNo
Patio/Porch FeaturesFront Porch, Patio
Pool FeaturesNone
Property Attached Y/NNo
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Subdivision NameCouncils Add
Tax Annual Amount3581
Tax Year2024
Total Rooms12
TownshipCenter
UtilitiesElectricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
ViewNeighborhood
Virtual TourClick here
Year Built1928
Zoning Descriptionresidential
Exterior for 453 Chestnut Street
Exterior AmenitiesRain Gutters
FencingBack Yard
Lot FeaturesBack Yard, Near Public Transit, Front Yard
Lot Size Acres0.18
Lot Size SourceAssessor
Parking FeaturesDetached, On Street, Driveway
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo
Additional Details
Price History
Schools
Elementary School
N/A
High School
Valparaiso High School
Middle School
Benjamin Franklin Middle School

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