$277,888

beds

baths

1,788

square ft

1412 Essex Drive

Chesterton, Indiana 46304

Closed / MLS #843042 / Single Family / Chesterton

Listing information updated 9/23/2026 at 3:04pm

Welcome to this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom tri-level home located in the Porter Cove neighborhood of Chesterton. The upper level features three bedrooms, including the primary suite with its own private ensuite bathroom, while the lower level offers a fourth bedroom, an additional living room, and a newly finished third bathroom with a walk-in shower and glass doors, creating a flexible space for guests, related living, or a home office. New carpet adds a fresh update, and the attached garage provides everyday convenience. Step outside to a large patio overlooking the fenced backyard, complete with a storage shed for additional storage. Conveniently located near the Duneland Prairie Bike Trail, Indiana Dunes National Park, and the beaches of Lake Michigan, this home offers easy access to outdoor recreation year-round. Commuters will appreciate the close proximity to the South Shore Line, I-94, and the Indiana Toll Road, making travel to Chicago and surrounding communities simple and convenient. Offering a functional layout, recent updates, and a location close to both nature and commuter routes, this home is ready for its next owner.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Crawl Space

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Heating System:

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Appliances:

Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

28 Years

Parking Type:

Attached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Garage Door Opener

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Attached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Garage Door Opener

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,788

Lot Size:

0.2152 Acres

Acreage:

0.2152

Internal Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Open Floorplan, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

18.5 x 11.7 - Main

Dining Room:

10.1 x 13.9 - Main

Kitchen:

13.4 x 13.5 - Main

Family Room:

20.6 x 13.1 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

12.9 x 11.1 - Upper

2nd Bedroom:

13.5 x 10.6 - Upper

3rd Bedroom:

13.5 x 10.0 - Upper

4th Bedroom:

10.0 x 11.5 - Lower

Utility Room:

10.3 x 8.5 - Lower

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$3,225

Tax Year:

2024

Assessments:

$52 / year

Location

Zip Code:

46304

City:

Chesterton

County:

Porter

Schools

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Crawl Space

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Heating System:

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Appliances:

Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

28 Years

Parking Type:

Attached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Garage Door Opener

Parking Spaces:

2.5

Garage:

Attached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Garage Door Opener

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,788

Lot Size:

0.2152 Acres

Acreage:

0.2152

Internal Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Open Floorplan, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

18.5 x 11.7 - Main

Dining Room:

10.1 x 13.9 - Main

Kitchen:

13.4 x 13.5 - Main

Family Room:

20.6 x 13.1 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

12.9 x 11.1 - Upper

2nd Bedroom:

13.5 x 10.6 - Upper

3rd Bedroom:

13.5 x 10.0 - Upper

4th Bedroom:

10.0 x 11.5 - Lower

Utility Room:

10.3 x 8.5 - Lower

Tax Amount:

$3,225

Tax Year:

2024

Assessments:

$52 / year

Zip Code:

46304

City:

Chesterton

County:

Porter

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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