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CHESTERTON, IN 46304

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 46304

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Market Analysis

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

The CHESTERTON, IN real estate market (46304) currently shows 109 active listings, with 45 pending sales. Homes are averaging 70 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 25 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 61 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 11% year-over-year, from $382,500 to $424,700.

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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
109
⇩ 18.7% vs 134 last year
Pending
45
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$424,700
⇧ 11% vs $382,500 last year
Average Price
$513,828
⇧ 16.8% vs $439,759 last year
Days on Market
70
⇧ 14.8% vs 61 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$189
⇧ 1.6% vs $186/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,043 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 109 this year vs 134 last year
  • Days on market: 70 now vs 61 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $424,700 (+11% YoY)
  • Average: $513,828 (+16.8% 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 20.2 miles — 1,040 listings ($383,546,355 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
46304Chesterton, IN 463040.0 mi108$53,266,140$368,725$493,205
46368Portage, IN 463687.0 mi140$50,429,400$331,704$360,210
46393Wheeler, IN 463939.2 mi1$204,950$204,950$204,950
46360Michigan City, IN 4636010.8 mi174$68,859,978$294,500$395,747
46385Valparaiso, IN 4638511.0 mi186$106,521,270$463,975$572,695
46342Hobart, IN 4634212.1 mi115$33,335,395$274,900$289,873
46407Gary, IN 4640714.7 mi71$6,051,188$60,000$85,228
46390Wanatah, IN 4639016.3 mi6$2,213,958$311,725$368,993
46404Gary, IN 4640417.0 mi56$8,666,616$172,975$154,761
46410Merrillville, IN 4641017.3 mi140$42,175,140$280,884$301,251
46302Boone Grove, IN 4630217.9 mi1$179,000$179,000$179,000
46345Kingsbury, IN 4634518.9 mi2$569,800$284,900$284,900
46319Griffith, IN 4631920.2 mi40$11,073,520$268,650$276,838

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 109 active listings in CHESTERTON, IN (zip code 46304), compared to 134 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in CHESTERTON, IN 46304 is $424,700 as of March 2026, a 11% increase from $382,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHESTERTON, IN 46304 spend an average of 70 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 61 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 March 2026, CHESTERTON, IN 46304 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 25 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 61 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 $8,494 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $424,700. 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.