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1198 N Babcock Road, 
Chesterton, IN 46304

$275,000


2

Beds


1

Bath


1,860

Sq Ft


Single Family

Active

Listed by

Brian Manning

Listing Leaders

219-462-5478

Last updated:

December 14, 2025, 03:33 PM

MLS#

830986

Source:

Northwest Indiana AOR as distributed by MLS GRID

About This Home

1198 N Babcock Road

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!

Home Facts

Single Family

1 Bath

2 Bedrooms

Built in 1948

Price Summary

275,000

$147 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

830986

Last Updated:

December 14, 2025, 03:33 PM

Added:

a month ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

2

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

1

Full Bathrooms:

1

Interior

Living Area:

1,860 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Building Area:

1,860 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1948


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

74,052


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$275,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$147 per Sq. Ft.

Source:Northwest Indiana AOR as distributed by MLS GRID
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