Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,248 sqft$216/sqft
459 Amhurst Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.29 acresLot Size
1987Year Built
$216/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$1,500/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to resort-style living in this beautiful lakefront home in high desire Shorewood Forest, with year-round breathtaking views. This home is a perfect blend of rustic & elegant styling providing comfort, serenity and fun. A large covered front porch with natural wood beams & an entry door with beveled glass & dual sidelights set the mood for the rest of the home. Living & Dining Rooms w/updated wood laminate floors flank the Foyer. The Family Room & Kitchen with stunning views & access to the...Welcome to resort-style living in this beautiful lakefront home in high desire Shorewood Forest, with year-round breathtaking views. This home is a perfect blend of rustic & elegant styling providing comfort, serenity and fun. A large covered front porch with natural wood beams & an entry door with beveled glass & dual sidelights set the mood for the rest of the home. Living & Dining Rooms w/updated wood laminate floors flank the Foyer. The Family Room & Kitchen with stunning views & access to the back deck & lake are the stars of the Main Level. The Kitchen was expanded to create a spacious, open design & reveals a blend of tones including black granite countertops & island + a white quartz breakfast bar with dining area behind. Upgrades of SS appliances, wine fridge, white cabinets, backsplash behind gas range with chef's vent above plus great lake views. The adjacent Family Room has a gas fireplace with mantel & built in shelves plus scenic lake views. Double doors lead out to an enclosed porch, double decks & a brand new dock...perfect for your water toys & lakeside meditation. Main level offers a lovely Powder Room & generous Laundry Room. The basement has a rustic wet bar with seating, custom cabinetry, dining area & cozy lounge space. The home's UL has 4 Bedrooms including a Primary Suite with fully renovated Ensuite Bath with stunning double wood vanity with individual mirrors, glass wrapped shower & stand alone tub. The radiant heated floors are a huge bonus! Association amenities: Clubhouse, pool, private beach & a wide range of community events & activities. Updates since 2022: Generac Home Generator/Front Porch Columns/Stair Handrail/Black Electrical Outlets, Light Switches & Covers Thruout the Home/Kitchen Wall Opened to Extend w/Quartz Topped Breakfast Bar, Dining Area & & Southeast Bedroom/Water Level Viewing Deck & Stairs to Dock/Upper Deck Handrail/Jet Ski Dock/Garage Shelvves & Organizers/Leaf Guard for Gutters/Dishwasher New in 2020.
Listing closed: 10/21/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 827721

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Property Information for 459 Amhurst Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,382 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision: Shorewood Forest Sec 6
  • Garage # of Cars: 2
  • OriginalListPrice: $725,000.00
  • NRA_ExemptionYN: No
  • SpecialListingConditions: None
  • NRA_AuctionYN: No
  • NRA_EarnestMoneyDeposit: $7,000.00
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Lot Size: 0.29 AC / 12,632 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: US 30 to 500 W turn south to Shorewood Entrance then immediately South to Ashford Ln. take ashford to Amhurst road go left home on left.
  • City/Town: Valparaiso
  • State: IN
  • Township: Union
  • ZIP: 46385
  • Latitude: 41.46
  • Longitude: -87.16
  • County: Porter
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $8,382.00
  • APN/Key #: 640930127005000019
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Association Fee: $1,500.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Legal Description: SHOREWOOD FOREST SEC 6 LOT 219 .29A
  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
Parking
  • Garage Description: Asphalt, Driveway, Kitchen Level, Attached
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 12,632.00
  • Square Footage: 3248.0
  • Square Footage Source: Estimated
  • Acres: .29
  • LotSizeSource: Assessor
  • WaterfrontYN: Yes
  • WaterfrontFeatures: Lake Front, Lake Privileges
  • AboveGradeFinishedArea: 2268.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedArea: 490.0
  • View: Lake, Water
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Lot Description: Front Yard
  • AdditionalParcelsYN: No
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • GarageYN: Yes
  • AssociationYN: Yes
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • WaterSource: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Amenities: Maintenance Grounds
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Cedar
  • Levels: Two
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Front Porch, Rear Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Range Hood, Microwave, Dryer
  • Basement Type: Interior Entry, Partially Finished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 4
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement Sq Ft: 980.0
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Total # Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Heat Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Double Vanity
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Total # of Rooms: 11
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room
  • LaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • SecurityFeatures: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 21.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 13.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 21.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 5.0 x 9.0
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 9.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 15.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 15.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 8.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4

Property History for 459 Amhurst Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 21, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920324348

$700,000
Oct 21, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918348236

$700,000
Oct 21, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920324349

$700,000

+3.3% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/21/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920324348

$700,000
10/21/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918348236

$700,000
10/21/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920324349

$700,000

+3.3% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 459 Amhurst Road

Taxable ValueLand$95,800Additions$495,500Total$591,300
Tax Record2025$8,391 ($699 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,818 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,268 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt550 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,632 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987CountyPORTERAPN64-09-30-127-005.000-019Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 459 Amhurst Road

This home is within Union Township School Corp.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Union Center Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Union Township Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wheeler High School
Public9 to 12

John Simatovich Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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