Seller's Agent in 2025
Linda Dore
HomeSmart Realty Group
(708) 712-4600
5 in this area
40 Total Sales
21 Bittersweet Ln Portage, IN 46368
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,050
Sq Ft
0.37
Acres
Highlights
- Views of Trees
- Balcony
- Laundry Room
- Wooded Lot
- Patio
- 4-minute walk to Nelson Park
About This Home
As of November 2025Have you ever wanted to live in a beautiful house situated on a meandering road that backs up to a stunning wooded view? Look no further, come check out this gorgeous 2 story home backing up to Bittersweet Woods and just 3 blocks from Lake Michigan. Some of the many features include REMODELED KITCHEN, LIVING ROOM, GREAT ROOM and 2 BATHROOMS. Living room features a CORNER WOODBURNING FIREPLACE, LAMINATE FLOORING, BEAUTIFUL PERGOLA to enjoy breathtaking wooded view in the rear and a STONE WALKWAY to cozy FIREPIT situated between small dunes in the front for summer fun. Kitchen has loads of windows (newer), CUSTOM WHITE CABINETRY, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, SS APPLIANCES, BREAKFAST ISLAND and access to LAUNDRY ROOM/PANTRY for additional storage. There are 2 MAIN LEVEL BEDROOMS and REMODELED BATH. Upstairs has HUGE GREAT ROOM w/LAMINATE FLOORING, PRIMARY BEDROOM with REMODELED BATH, WALKIN CLOSET WITH BUILT INS and SLIDING GLASS DOORS to HUGE BALCONY DECK. An addition two more bedrooms are also on this level. (3 of the 5 bedrooms have WALK IN CLOSETS). Conveniently located near SOUTH SHORE LINE, walking distance to BEACH and I94.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
HomeSmart Realty Group License #RB15000381 Listed on: 08/12/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,964
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
HOA Fees
- $10 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Interior Spaces
- 3,050 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Aluminum Window Frames
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Carpet
- Views of Trees
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Ogden Dunes Association, Phone Number (219) 762-3000
- Og Dunes 4Th Sub Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 6402264790020000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 12, 2025
Closed on
Nov 25, 2025
Sold by
Dore Linda
Bought by
Hillesland Jessica Greenfield and Hillesland John Greenfield
Seller's Agent
Linda Dore
HomeSmart Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Kay Rogan
RE/MAX Realty Associates
List Price
$499,999
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,999
-5%
Views
181
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
29.13%
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Outstanding Balance
$380,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$116,102
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 10, 2015
Closed on
Jun 12, 2015
Sold by
Thorson Thomas L and Thorson Sondra J
Bought by
Dore Linda
Seller's Agent
Noreen Mitchell
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
List Price
$273,000
Sold Price
$273,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.44%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title Company Llc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $380,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 11/26/25 | Sold | $475,000 | -5.0% | $156 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/28/2025 10/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/12/2025 08/12/25 | For Sale | $499,999 | +83.1% | $164 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/17/2015 06/17/15 | Sold | $273,000 | 0.0% | $95 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/17/2015 06/17/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/10/2015 02/10/15 | For Sale | $273,000 | -- | $95 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,649 | $401,400 | $106,600 | $294,800 |
| 2023 | $3,629 | $387,600 | $101,700 | $285,900 |
| 2022 | $3,381 | $338,100 | $101,700 | $236,400 |
| 2021 | $2,983 | $296,300 | $101,700 | $194,600 |
| 2020 | $2,805 | $278,500 | $96,900 | $181,600 |
| 2019 | $2,781 | $276,100 | $96,900 | $179,200 |
| 2018 | $2,730 | $271,000 | $96,900 | $174,100 |
| 2017 | $2,491 | $265,600 | $96,900 | $168,700 |
| 2016 | $2,663 | $267,000 | $96,700 | $170,300 |
| 2014 | $4,580 | $228,000 | $82,600 | $145,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $220,800 | $84,300 | $136,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Linda Dore
-
Kay Rogan
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kay Rogan
RE/MAX
(219) 838-2633
1 in this area
113 Total Sales
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2015
Noreen Mitchell
@ Properties
Map
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 825871
APN: 64-02-26-479-002.000-017
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