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Residential Land with Home for Sale in Chesterton, Indiana

1198 N Babcock Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304

$270,000
1.7 acres
Active
$5k drop
Est $1,467/mo

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!

1,860
Sq feet
2
Beds
1
Full bath
1948
Built

Location

Street address
1198 N Babcock Rd
School district
Duneland School Corporation
Elevation
640 feet
Coordinates
41.6051, -87.1058

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

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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

CategoryTypeStatusDescription
GasNatural GasConnected

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Jan 6, 2026Price drop$270,000$5,000 -1.8%GNIAR
Nov 20, 2025New listing$275,000GNIAR
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This 1.7-acre property is located at 1198 N Babcock Rd in Chesterton, IN 46304. The property is available for sale for $270,000. It has a 1,860 sq ft 2 bedroom, 1 bath house built in 1948.

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