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Lake Dalecarlia

Lake Dalecarlia, or “Lake Dale,” is a community-oriented neighborhood with affluent homes and proximity to nearby lakes. Homebuyers will find the community is big on helping one another and being thoughtful. “For the 25 years that I’ve lived here, we have been there for each other and come together when we need each other. All the POA members are
- Average Value
  
  $553K
- List Price
  
  $340K - $1.3M
- For Sale
  
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  6 Listings
Lake Dalecarlia
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Saint John

Though it’s just a 38-mile drive from downtown Chicago, the community of St. John continues to embrace comfortable suburban living on the Indiana/Illinois border. “St. John has a lot of newer, higher-end homes, more than Crown Point to the east,” says Wendy Van Denburgh, broker with McColly Real Estate Winfield, with more than 20 years of
- Average Value
  
  $459K
- List Price
  
  $299K - $1.1M
- For Sale
  
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  133 Listings
Saint John
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Winfield-Lake County

Winfield-Lake County in Winfield is a serene neighborhood in northwest Indiana, offering a retreat from the bustling Chicago suburbs. The area features contemporary homes in well-maintained subdivisions, with a mix of large single-family houses, duplexes, and townhouses. Many homes are situated around small ponds, with some offering private docks
- Average Value
  
  $434K
- List Price
  
  $290K - $902K
- For Sale
  
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  63 Listings
Winfield-Lake County
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Eagle Creek

Established in 1839, Eagle Creek Township is an unincorporated part of Lake County, Indiana. Suburban-style homes have been added over the years, but the township keeps its rural character with farms, fields and lots of open space. Unlike other townships that have municipalities within them, it stands alone. "In the whole township, no towns or
- Average Value
  
  $430K
- List Price
  
  $271K - $768K
- For Sale
  
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  2 Listings
Eagle Creek
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Leroy

Mature trees and stretches of farmland line the drive around town. Leroy offers “A simple life for people that want to be out on their own, that like to have no one in their backyard, or are farmers,” says Broker Cathy Hicks with BHHS Executive, who has 42 years of Real Estate experience. Residents also value the convenience of Route 231 cutting
- Average Value
  
  $427K
- List Price
  
  $233K - $709K
- For Sale
  
  Homes For Sale
  
  1 Listing
Leroy
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Dyer

Just 30 miles south of downtown Chicago, Dyer is a small town on the state line that serves as a gateway to Indiana. While this town is close enough for a daily commute to Chicago, it’s also far enough away from the city that it has a small-town, tight-knit community. “It’s a community made up of people who really care for each other and their
- Average Value
  
  $402K
- List Price
  
  $217K - $1.3M
- For Sale
  
  Homes For Sale
  
  27 Listings
Dyer
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Munster

Known as “Town on the Ridge,” Munster combines top-rated schools, quiet residential roads and a commuter-friendly location on Little Calumet River’s southern ridgeline. “A lot of people relocate to Munster from the city, especially if they have families because it’s just a 35-minute commute to Chicago,” says Brooke Metz, a team leader at eXp
- Average Value
  
  $379K
- List Price
  
  $164K - $943K
- For Sale
  
  Homes For Sale
  
  50 Listings
Munster
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West Creek

West Creek Township is in Lake County, Indiana, right up against Illinois. "It's on the 'Illiana' border," Jinger Bartolini, managing broker and a real estate agent for her team at Keller Williams, says. Living in 'Iliana,' a mashup of the two states, gives residents proximity to the best of both. Bartolini, who has lived in the area for over 20
- Average Value
  
  $376K
- List Price
  
  $228K - $766K
- For Sale
  
  Homes For Sale
  
  32 Listings
West Creek
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Lakes of the Four Seasons

The Lakes of the Four Seasons is a private, gated community with a golf course, located in Winfield and surrounded by Lake Holiday, Big Bass Lake, Lake on the Green and Trouthaven Lake. Established in 1966, the community, which has grown to include over 7,000 residents, is part of Porter and Lake counties. Amenities and a family-friendly vibe are
- Average Value
  
  $368K
- List Price
  
  $248K - $705K
- For Sale
  
  Homes For Sale
  
  17 Listings
Lakes of the Four Seasons
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Crown Point

Crown Point is the longtime seat of Lake County, and many of its city offices conduct business within the “Grand Old Lady:” a historic, red-bricked courthouse built in 1878. The surrounding walkable downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places, while new housing developments continue to break ground each year. A brand-new Amazon
- Average Value
  
  $360K
- List Price
  
  $219K - $1.2M
- For Sale
  
  Homes For Sale
  
  113 Listings
Crown Point
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New Elliott

Located on the east side of Schererville, New Elliott is less populated than other Schererville communities, but maintains the same suburban charm. “New Elliot is really just a part of Schererville, almost like a subdivision. It’s between two towns, Schererville and Merrillville, but people in New Elliot use the same amenities as people in
- Average Value
  
  $355K
- List Price
  
  $177K - $589K
- For Sale
  
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  4 Listings
New Elliott
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Schererville

The Northwest Indiana town of Schererville is often called the “Crossroads of the Nation.” It dates to long before the town's founding in 1866, when American settlers migrating west converged at this point along the way. Today, it’s where U.S. Highway 41, which spans from Michigan to Florida, and U.S. Highway 30, going from New Jersey to Oregon,
- Average Value
  
  $346K
- List Price
  
  $168K - $740K
- For Sale
  
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  41 Listings
Schererville
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Cedar Creek

Cedar Creek Township in Lowell, Indiana, encompasses the areas of Lake Dalecarlia, Shelby, and Lowell, each with its distinct character and community pride. Housing options range from newer colonial-inspired two-story homes and ranches in Lowell to historic four-square homes and suburban ranches in Lake Dalecarlia and Shelby. The neighborhood
- Average Value
  
  $325K
- List Price
  
  $141K - $763K
- For Sale
  
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  55 Listings
Cedar Creek
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Deep Run

Deep Run is a quiet, spacious community just 4 miles west of Merrillville’s town center. Spanning a handful of residential streets off Old Lincoln Highway, the neighborhood comprises midcentury homes on sprawling lots. Ample amenities are available along Route 30, though many head south into Crown Point for annual festivals and a wider selection
- Average Value
  
  $322K
- List Price
  
  $333K - $365K
- For Sale
  
  Homes For Sale
  
  1 Listing
Deep Run
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Ainsworth

Ainsworth in Hobart is a tranquil neighborhood with abundant green spaces. Veterans Memorial Park and Deep River County Park offer outdoor recreation. Modern homes and ranchers on wooded lots define this serene area. Ainsworth, a neighborhood in Hobart, is characterized by its expansive green spaces, forested land, and tranquil ponds. The area
- Average Value
  
  $309K
- List Price
  
  $176K - $395K
- For Sale
  
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  2 Listings
Ainsworth
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Cedar Lake

In the late 19th century, a small area in northwest Indiana started to gain attention from Chicagoans. When the railroad was built, many people came to Cedar Lake and its namesake waterway to escape the bustling city about 45 miles away. By the early 1900s, 50 hotels were around the water and big musical acts performed in dance halls and
- Average Value
  
  $306K
- List Price
  
  $118K - $940K
- For Sale
  
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  71 Listings
Cedar Lake
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West Merrillville

West Merrillville gives off a relaxed energy as it takes a step back from the somewhat more business-like atmosphere to the east. With plenty of retail in central Merrillville, commerce is important enough for the town to garner the motto, "The town that works for you!" This Lake County, Indiana town's western reach, in contrast, is at least 80%
- Average Value
  
  $297K
- List Price
  
  $186K - $583K
- For Sale
  
  Homes For Sale
  
  27 Listings
West Merrillville
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Highland

What used to be abundant farmland that supplied Chicagoans with fresh produce in the early 20th century is now a charming Indiana suburb. “Overall, this is a community with a really good mixture of people,” says Josh Fingers, a Realtor with Better Homes & Gardens who moved to the area about 8 years ago. “There are lots of families, young
- Average Value
  
  $278K
- List Price
  
  $152K - $692K
- For Sale
  
  Homes For Sale
  
  36 Listings
Highland
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Hobart

Hobart is a Lake County, Indiana, city just southeast of neighboring Gary and about 20 miles from Chicago’s South Side. Though it’s primarily a residential suburb today, reminders of Hobart’s more industrial past play a big role in everyday life. At the heart of downtown, 270-acre Lake George was formed when town founder George Earle dammed the
- Average Value
  
  $248K
- List Price
  
  $150K - $453K
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  49 Listings
Hobart

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