# 1198 N Babcock Road, Chesterton, IN 46304

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $230,000 ($124/sqft), built 1948, 1,860 sqft.
> Waterfront. Est. $997/mo. Listed 142 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $230,000 |
| Price/sqft | $124 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,860 |
| Year Built | 1948 |
| Lot Size | 74,052 sqft (1.70 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 142 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Waterfront** - Direct water access

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $997 |
| **Total** | **$997** |

## Key Amenities

- Waterfront

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1948
- 1.70 acre lot
- 2 stories
- Waterfront

## Description

### Agent Description
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!

## Location

- **Address:** 1198 N Babcock Road, Chesterton, IN 46304
- **County:** Porter
- **Coordinates:** 41.605093, -87.10579
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=41.605093,-87.10579

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Brian Manning
- **Brokerage:** Listing Leaders
- **Phone:** 2197710187
- **Email:** brian.manning.listingleaders@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![1198 N Babcock Road - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/fbda3e74b650df5dfe123de22b8b7738l-f95578808r.jpg)

*13 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/1198-n-babcock-road-chesterton-in-46304-n830986)*

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**MLS#:** 830986 | **Updated:** 2026-04-24
**Source:** listhub

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