
Residential Land with Home for Sale in Chesterton, Indiana
1198 N Babcock Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304
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!
Location
- Street address
- 1198 N Babcock Rd
- County
- Porter County
- School district
- Duneland School Corporation
- Elevation
- 640 feet
Directions
FROM 94 EXIT 22 WEST TO VERPLANK ROAD, HOUSE IS ON CORNER OF VERPLANK AND OLD PORTER ROAD
Property details
- Acreage
- 1.7 acres
- MLS #
- GNIAR 830986
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2024
- $1,729 - PARC IN NE NOF RR & S I-94 4-36-6 1.7A DR435 P265
Parcels
- 640604200011000024
Legal description
PARC IN NE NOF RR & S I-94 4-36-6 1.7A DR435 P265
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- Independent
Lot
- Waterfront
- Pond
- Features
- Corner Lot
Exterior
- Parking
- Garage, Off Street
- Pool
- Porch
- Structures
- Storage
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Basement
- Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Water
- Public, Well
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Windows
- Insulated Windows
Interior
- Room Count
- 6
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom, Bedroom x 2, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Laminate Counters
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gas | Natural Gas | Connected | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 6, 2026 | Price drop | $270,000 | $5,000 -1.8% | GNIAR |
| Nov 20, 2025 | New listing | $275,000 | — | GNIAR |












