Last Sold Price
3 beds2,527 sqft$120/sqft
1040 Waverly Rd, Porter, IN 46304

Description

Motivated seller! Well-maintained 2-3 bedroom 1.5 bath brick home situated on a large corner lot in scenic Porter, IN. Nestled between Lake Michigan and the quaint Town of Chesterton. Perfect for beachgoers, this home is located just 2 miles from the beautiful Porter Beach where the Town of Porter offers residents their own private parking lot with annual pass. This home has a cozy and unique layout with an enclosed 3 seasons room, galley kitchen, formal dining room, and a spacious sunken living...Motivated seller! Well-maintained 2-3 bedroom 1.5 bath brick home situated on a large corner lot in scenic Porter, IN. Nestled between Lake Michigan and the quaint Town of Chesterton. Perfect for beachgoers, this home is located just 2 miles from the beautiful Porter Beach where the Town of Porter offers residents their own private parking lot with annual pass. This home has a cozy and unique layout with an enclosed 3 seasons room, galley kitchen, formal dining room, and a spacious sunken living room. Bedrooms 1 and 2 each feature their own separate private staircase entrance, creating ideal space for guests or home office. Bedroom 3 is conveniently located on the main floor. Newly installed windows throughout. The screened-in back porch overlooks a tranquil live koi pond with porch swing perfect for unwinding after a long day. The front porch is newly built with durable Ipe wood which has exceptional resistance to the elements and insects. Spacious un-finished basement offers tons of potential, plenty of storage and a mechanical room. This home offers just the right balance of comfort, historical character, and convenience. Located close to major highway access, the South Shore Train-Dunes Park Station and Indiana Dunes State Park perfect for those who enjoy the outdoors with hiking and bike trails nearby.! Don't miss your chance to call it home--schedule your private showing today!
LISTING CLOSED: 12/15/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jessica Colburn-Hernandez • Better Homes and Gardens Real
    P: (219)-331-6086 C: (219)-331-6086 jcolburn.hernandez@gmail.com

Property Details for 1040 Waverly Road

Status
MLS #
827610
Days on Market
63
Taxes
$2,839 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1948
Lot Size
0.37 AC / 16,117 SF
Zoning
residential
Subdivision
Stephens Waverly
Garage # of Cars
1
OriginalListPrice
$335,900.00
NRA_ExemptionYN
Yes
SpecialListingConditions
None
NRA_AuctionYN
No
TaxAssessedValue
$254,400.00
NRA_EarnestMoneyDeposit
$3,000.00

Location

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Building Information for 1040 Waverly Road

Stories-Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,117 SF

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Property Information for 1040 Waverly Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From route 20 turn south on Waverly home is on the corner of Stephens and Waverly on the right hand side.
  • Cross Street Address: Waverly & Stephens
  • City/Town: Porter
  • State: IN
  • Township: Westchester
  • ZIP: 46304
  • Latitude: 41.63
  • Longitude: -87.07
  • County: Porter
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,839.00
  • APN/Key #: 640326284004000026
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Legal Description: Stephens Waverly Sub Lots 6 & 7 Blk 4
School Information
  • Junior High School: Chesterton Middle School
  • Grade School: Newton Yost Elementary School
  • High School: Chesterton High School
  • School District: Duneland School Corporation
Parking
  • Garage Description: Detached, Gravel, Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 16,117.20
  • Square Footage: 2527.0
  • Square Footage Source: Estimated
  • Acres: .37
  • LotSizeSource: Assessor
  • WaterfrontYN: No
  • AboveGradeFinishedArea: 2527.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedArea: 1067.0
  • View: Neighborhood
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Near Public Transit, Landscaped, Front Yard, Few Trees, Corner Lot
  • AdditionalParcelsYN: No
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • GarageYN: Yes
  • AssociationYN: No
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • WaterSource: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Storage, Rain Gutters
  • Out Buildings: Garage(s), Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • NRA_AccessibilityFeaturesYN: No
  • Fencing: Partial
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Covered, Screened, Front Porch, Enclosed, Deck
  • PoolFeatures: None
  • WindowFeatures: Aluminum Frames
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Storage Space, Sump Pump
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Other
  • Total # Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Laminate Counters, Double Vanity
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Total # of Rooms: 11
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • SecurityFeatures: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Fire Alarm
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 20.0 x 15.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 17.0 x 8.5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 14.5 x 15.5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 10.5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 7.0 x 6.0
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 8
  • Room Description: 3 Seasons Room
  • Room Dimensions: 17.0 x 13.5
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 27.0 x 15.5
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 10
  • Room Description: Screened-In Porch
  • Room Dimensions: 22.0 x 8.0
  • Room Type: Other
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 13.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Utility Room

Property History for 1040 Waverly Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 15, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926012769

$303,500
Dec 15, 2025

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827610

$303,500
Nov 13, 2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827610

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/15/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926012769

$303,500
12/15/2025

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827610

$303,500
11/13/2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827610

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Public Records for 1040 Waverly Road

Taxable ValueLand$43,400Additions$218,600Total$262,000
Tax Record2025$2,868 ($239 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,401 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,401 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,943 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948CountyPORTERAPN64-03-26-284-004.000-026Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1040 Waverly Road

This home is within Duneland School Corporation.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Newton Yost Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Westchester Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Chesterton Middle School
Public7 to 8

Chesterton Senior High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1040 Waverly Road, Porter, IN 46304
$303,500
3
2,527
16,117
2
1
1,065
18,600
3
2
1,678
16,074
$19,900
12,632
3
2
2,000
30,753
3
2,100
25,091

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