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CHESTERTON, IN 46304

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Porter County
Seller's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 46304

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Market Analysis

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

The CHESTERTON, IN real estate market (46304) currently shows 119 active listings, with 48 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 18.3% year-over-year, from $383,675 to $453,725.

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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
119
⇩ 12.5% vs 136 last year
Pending
48
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$453,725
⇧ 18.3% vs $383,675 last year
Average Price
$551,810
⇧ 24.1% vs $444,708 last year
Days on Market
53
⇩ 3.6% vs 55 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$196
⇩ 3% vs $202/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,266 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 119 this year vs 136 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $453,725 (+18.3% YoY)
  • Average: $551,810 (+24.1% 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 April 2026, there are 119 active listings in CHESTERTON, IN (zip code 46304), compared to 136 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in CHESTERTON, IN 46304 is $453,725 as of April 2026, a 18.3% increase from $383,675 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHESTERTON, IN 46304 spend an average of 53 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 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 April 2026, CHESTERTON, IN 46304 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 55 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 $9,075 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $453,725. 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.