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CHESTERTON, IN 46304

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Porter County
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 46304

Wilson

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CHESTERTON, IN real estate market (46304) currently shows 108 active listings, with 41 pending sales. Homes are averaging 85 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 27 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.5% year-over-year, from $366,748 to $368,725.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 27,204  ·  Density: 181.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,263

Typical home value: $254,672  ·  Homeownership: 77.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
108
⇩ 20% vs 135 last year
Pending
41
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$368,725
⇧ 0.5% vs $366,748 last year
Average Price
$493,205
⇧ 16.9% vs $421,783 last year
Days on Market
85
⇧ 9% vs 78 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$183
⇧ 0.5% vs $182/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,989 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 108 this year vs 135 last year
  • Days on market: 85 now vs 78 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $368,725 (+0.5% YoY)
  • Average: $493,205 (+16.9% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.5 miles — 1,045 listings ($400,597,754 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
46304Chesterton, IN 463040.0 mi115$53,640,715$369,400$466,441
46368Portage, IN 463687.0 mi130$46,048,600$329,000$354,220
46403Gary, IN 4640310.8 mi54$13,402,800$221,000$248,200
46383Valparaiso, IN 4638311.0 mi104$47,901,360$372,495$460,590
46405Lake Station, IN 4640511.4 mi38$6,947,008$179,900$182,816
46402Gary, IN 4640214.7 mi31$3,810,582$127,000$122,922
46409Gary, IN 4640914.9 mi42$4,841,718$125,000$115,279
46350La Porte, IN 4635016.9 mi112$42,841,232$296,450$382,511
46408Gary, IN 4640817.2 mi52$8,174,556$165,000$157,203
46382Union Mills, IN 4638217.9 mi2$629,900$314,950$314,950
46406Gary, IN 4640618.6 mi26$4,045,730$170,000$155,605
49117New Buffalo, MI 4911720.2 mi37$37,194,213$795,000$1,005,249
46307Crown Point, IN 4630720.5 mi302$131,119,340$384,995$434,170

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHESTERTON, IN 46304?

As of February 2026, there are 108 active listings in CHESTERTON, IN (zip code 46304), compared to 135 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHESTERTON, IN 46304?

The median listing price in CHESTERTON, IN 46304 is $368,725 as of February 2026, a 0.5% increase from $366,748 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CHESTERTON, IN?

Homes in CHESTERTON, IN 46304 spend an average of 85 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 78 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHESTERTON, IN 46304?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CHESTERTON, IN 46304 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 27 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CHESTERTON, IN?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHESTERTON, IN 46304 save an estimated $7,375 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $368,725. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.