20 Hjelm Rd

Porter, IN 46304

$300,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,249 Sq. Ft.
$133 / Sq. Ft.
2,249
Sq. Ft.
$133
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/22/25
Closed 10/22/25
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Description

Charming ranch home near Lake Michigan and steps away from the Indiana Dunes State Park. This inviting home blends classic character with modern comfort and a perfect setting for lively gatherings and quiet evenings in. The spacious, light and bright living room, features a limestone, gas burning fireplace, beautifully accented with gleaming hardwood floors and oversized front window yard views. The kitchen highlights a dine-in eating area with backyard views, granite countertops, and includes all...Charming ranch home near Lake Michigan and steps away from the Indiana Dunes State Park. This inviting home blends classic character with modern comfort and a perfect setting for lively gatherings and quiet evenings in. The spacious, light and bright living room, features a limestone, gas burning fireplace, beautifully accented with gleaming hardwood floors and oversized front window yard views. The kitchen highlights a dine-in eating area with backyard views, granite countertops, and includes all appliances. The homes split design accommodates both private and public spaces of the home logistically. The three bedrooms are efficiently located adjacent to the central full shared bathroom. Opposite the kitchen is the other 3/4 bathroom, convenient for general use and steps away from the attached garage and screened in porch. The basement offers additional finished square footage incorporating a large rec. room, office space, laundry and mechanical/work rooms with battery backup sump pumps for worry free living. Commuters will appreciate the unbeatable ease of access to the South Shore Rail Line with final destinations to both Chicago and South Bend coupled with the convenience of nearby parks, beaches, shopping, highways, dining and bike trails. This charming ranch is ready to welcome you home to a peaceful beach side community with the enjoyment of nearby urban destinations. Here's your chance to live at the crossroads of nature, comfort and connectivity.
  1. Listed by Patricia Raffin • McColly Real Estate
    P: (219)-840-3636 C: (219)-840-3636 pattyraffin@mccolly.com

Property Details for 20 Hjelm Road

Zoning
residential
Subdivision
Waverly Heights
Garage # of Cars
2
OriginalListPrice
$299,999.00
NRA_ExemptionYN
Yes
SpecialListingConditions
None
NRA_AuctionYN
No
NRA_EarnestMoneyDeposit
$3,500.00
LISTING CLOSED: 10/22/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 20 Hjelm Road

StatusClosed
MLS #827760
Days on Market1
Taxes$2,552 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,120 SF
CountyPorter County
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Building Information for 20 Hjelm Road

Stories-Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,120 SF

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Property Information for 20 Hjelm Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hwy 49 south. Take Hwy 20 west ramp onto hwy 20, take right (north) onto Waverly Rd,, right at Hjelm Rd to home on left (north) side of street.
  • Cross Street Address: Waverly
  • City/Town: Porter
  • State: IN
  • Township: Westchester
  • ZIP: 46304
  • Latitude: 41.64
  • Longitude: -87.07
  • County: Porter
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,552.00
  • APN/Key #: 640324356007000026
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Legal Description: WAVERLY HEIGHTS LOTS 15-16 BLK 7
School Information
  • Junior High School: Westchester Intermediate
  • Grade School: Yost Elementary
  • High School: Chesterton High School
  • School District: Duneland School Corporation
Parking
  • Garage Description: Additional Parking, Driveway, Paved, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 11,120.00
  • Square Footage: 2249.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Acres: .26
  • LotSizeSource: Assessor
  • WaterfrontYN: No
  • AboveGradeFinishedArea: 1412.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedArea: 575.0
  • View: Neighborhood
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Lot Description: Front Yard, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Private, Near Public Transit
  • AdditionalParcelsYN: No
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • GarageYN: Yes
  • AssociationYN: No
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Underground Utilities, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • WaterSource: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Out Buildings: Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Other
  • Levels: One
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Partial, Fenced
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Enclosed, Screened, Rear Porch
  • PoolFeatures: None
  • WindowFeatures: Blinds, Insulated Windows
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Refrigerator, Microwave, Other, Gas Water Heater, Electric Range, Dryer
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Storage Space
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 0
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 1
  • Total Baths: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Sq Ft: 837.0
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Total # Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Hardwood
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Total # of Rooms: 8
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • FireplaceFeatures: Blower Fan, Gas, Other, Living Room, Gas Log
  • LaundryFeatures: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink, Washer Hookup, Lower Level, Laundry Room
  • SecurityFeatures: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Room 1
  • Room Description: Hdwd. Gas Fireplace
  • Room Dimensions: 19.0 x 17.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Description: Pergo floor/ Dine-in
  • Room Dimensions: 22.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Description: Hdwd. floor. Corner windows
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Description: Hdws floor. Currently used as Den
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 5
  • Room Description: Hdwd. floor. Rear facing corner windows
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 30.0 x 24.0
  • Room Type: Game Room
Room 7
  • Room Description: Used as a bedroom
  • Room Dimensions: 13.0 x 9.0
  • Room Type: Office
Room 8
  • Room Description: Screened in Porch
  • Room Dimensions: 18.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Other

Property History for 20 Hjelm Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1923183294

$300,000—
Oct 22, 2025

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827760

$300,000—
Sep 16, 2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827760

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1923183294

$300,000
10/22/2025

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827760

$300,000
09/16/2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827760

—

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Public Records for 20 Hjelm Road

Taxable ValueLand$38,300Additions$190,600Total$228,900
Tax Record2025$2,495 ($208 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,412 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,412 SqFtStories1Lot Size11,108 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960CountyPORTERAPN64-03-24-356-007.000-026Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 20 Hjelm Road

This home is within Duneland School Corporation.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Brummitt Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Westchester Intermediate School
Public - 5 to 6
Chesterton Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Chesterton Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Brummitt 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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