$249,900

beds

bath

1,318

square ft

1953 Center Street

Portage, Indiana 46368

New / MLS #842951 / Single Family / Portage

Listing information updated 7/27/2026 at 6:24pm

Welcome to this well-maintained brick ranch offering timeless appeal and plenty of space to enjoy! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features a full basement and the convenience of an optional main-level laundry located in a bedroom closet. Beautifully updated kitchen. Hardwood flooring lies beneath the main-floor carpeting, offering exciting potential for future updates. One of the home's standout features is the spacious four-seasons room, providing additional year-round living space that's perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying views of the massive fenced backyard. Ideally situated for commuters, this home offers quick access to I-80/94, U.S. Route 20, and the Indiana Toll Road. Enjoy being just minutes from Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park, the South Shore Line, shopping, dining, and countless recreational opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a solid home in a convenient Northwest Indiana location!

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Daylight,Sump Pump,Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Heating System:

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Gas Water Heater

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

67 Years

Roof Type:

Shingle

Parking Type:

Attached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Additional Parking,Off Street,Garage Door Opener

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Additional Parking,Off Street,Garage Door Opener

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,318

Lot Size:

0.3237 Acres

Acreage:

0.3237

Internal Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

15.55 x 13.55 - Main

Dining Room:

10.35 x 10.0 - Main

Kitchen:

11.15 x 9.8 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

12.0 x 10.4 - Main

2nd Bedroom:

11.0 x 10.3 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10.1 x 10.0 - Main

Sunroom:

18.0 x 14.0 - Main

Laundry:

16.5 x 11.75 - Main

Basement:

39.0 x 11.0 - Basement

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$1,160

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

46368

City:

Portage

County:

Porter

Schools

School District(s):

Portage Township

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Daylight,Sump Pump,Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Heating System:

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Gas Water Heater

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

67 Years

Roof Type:

Shingle

Parking Type:

Attached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Additional Parking,Off Street,Garage Door Opener

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Additional Parking,Off Street,Garage Door Opener

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,318

Lot Size:

0.3237 Acres

Acreage:

0.3237

Internal Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

15.55 x 13.55 - Main

Dining Room:

10.35 x 10.0 - Main

Kitchen:

11.15 x 9.8 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

12.0 x 10.4 - Main

2nd Bedroom:

11.0 x 10.3 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10.1 x 10.0 - Main

Sunroom:

18.0 x 14.0 - Main

Laundry:

16.5 x 11.75 - Main

Basement:

39.0 x 11.0 - Basement

Tax Amount:

$1,160

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

46368

City:

Portage

County:

Porter

School District(s):

Portage Township

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: Listing Leaders

Listing Office Phone: 219.462.5478

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