$544,900

981 Michael Dr Chesterton, IN 46304

Estimated payment $3,270/month

Total Views 3,264
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,822 Sq Ft
$143 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Brummitt Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-minute walk to Robert L. Waskom Park

About This Home

Stunning 4-Bedroom Home on Expansive Corner Lot - Ideal for Entertaining!Welcome to this beautifully appointed 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home nestled in a prime location within the highly rated Duneland School System. Featuring a brand-new roof upon closing, this home offers peace of mind, and space to spread out! Inside, discover 9-ft ceilings with exquisite crown molding, rich hardwood flooring, and a spacious layout designed for both comfort and style. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with granite countertops, an oversized island, stainless steel appliances, and a brand-new dishwasher. Enjoy cozy evenings in the expansive living/study area with its double-sided fireplace, leading to a light-filled sun porch--perfect for relaxing year-round. The luxurious master suite boasts its own fireplace, a Jacuzzi tub, and a walk-in closet for your private retreat. The finished basement adds impressive additional living space, ideal for a game room or media area, featuring a wet bar and a spacious utility room for all your storage needs. A new tankless hot water heater ensures comfort and efficiency throughout the year. Outside, the oversized 2-car garage offers abundant storage and parking. All of this sits on a massive corner lot, providing the perfect backdrop for gatherings, gardening, or play.Located just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and the South Shore Line, this home offers both natural beauty and convenient access to downtown Chicago. Don't miss your chance to own this entertainer's dream in one of the region's most sought-after communities!

Listing Agent

David Gring

Century 21 Alliance Group License #RB14048924 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Lyndsye Felsman

Century 21 Alliance Group License #RB19001879

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,538

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Spa Bath

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Screened Patio
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rear Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Duneland Cove 02 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640431428018000023
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,538

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2387
  • Co List Office Phone: (219) 462-2090
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2387
  • Subdivision Name: Duneland Cove 02
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2845
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Financial Info Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Disposal
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Soaking Tub, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Double Vanity, Crown Molding
  • Basement: Finished, Sump Pump, Storage Space, Partially Finished, Interior Entry
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Tile, Hardwood
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 977
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Other, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Yard, Storage
  • Acres: 0.4
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened, Rear Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Paved, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Duneland School Corporation

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17424
  • Parcel #: 640431428018000023

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4538

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $4,558 $432,600 $67,700 $364,900
2023 $4,538 $406,800 $62,700 $344,100
2022 $4,218 $375,200 $62,700 $312,500
2021 $3,808 $337,600 $62,700 $274,900
2020 $3,547 $314,800 $62,700 $252,100
2019 $3,619 $321,100 $62,700 $258,400
2018 $3,308 $293,900 $62,700 $231,200
2017 $3,241 $288,000 $62,700 $225,300
2016 $3,559 $315,800 $87,300 $228,500
2014 $3,270 $293,300 $82,800 $210,500
2013 -- $280,500 $83,300 $197,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $544,900 +62.7% $143 / Sq Ft
06/15/2017 06/15/17 Sold $335,000 0.0% $88 / Sq Ft
06/01/2017 06/01/17 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2016 06/15/16 For Sale $335,000 -- $88 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $335,000 Chicago Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $54,000 New Conventional
Open $307,200 New Conventional
Closed $318,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $215,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $158,472 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 821276

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-04-31-428-018.000-023