Maggie Lawson

406 Lafayette Street

Valparaiso, IN
$ 574,900 Beds 4 Baths 2.5 Sq 3,964
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Just one block from the heart of downtown Valparaiso, this exceptional 1890's home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. More than meets the eye with this home as the original house has been expanded to meet today's lifestyle while keeping the charming details that make it so unique. Featuring a main-floor primary suite with a private ensuite bath and walk-in closet, 3 large bedrooms upstairs with loft and huge hall bathroom, and a flexible main-level office or optional 5th bedroom, this home offers the space and layout today's buyers are looking for. Generous room sizes, stunning original woodwork, intricate trim, and timeless architectural details showcase craftsmanship that's hard to find. Open concept kitchen and family room. Enjoy the enclosed front porch, convenient mudroom, rear deck, and paver patio overlooking the beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard. A side drive and detached 2-car garage complete this rare offering. Newer mechanicals throughout. Experience the character of a classic home with the convenience of being just a block from downtown Valparaiso's restaurants, boutiques, parks, and year-round events.

Active - First Right Contingency

  • Price
  • $ 574,900
  • City
  • Valparaiso
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • PORTER
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Valparaiso
  • Lot Size
  • 0.1753 Acres
  • Zip
  • 46383
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,964
  • Year Built
  • 1890
  • Taxes
  • $ 5361
  • Style
  • Single Family Residence
  • MLS#
  • 843418
Listed By: Elizabeth Sheeran with @properties/Christie's Intl RE - (219) 440-0070;
Data Source: Northwest Indiana REALTOR® Association (NIRA)

Features

General

Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air,Natural Gas
Appliances Dryer,Washer,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Refrigerator,Microwave,Gas Water Heater,Gas Range,Dishwasher
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Enclosed,Rear Porch,Patio,Front Porch
Pool Features None
Year Built 1890
Electric 100 Amp Service,Circuit Breakers
View Neighborhood
Township Center
Levels One and One Half
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2024
County Porter
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name Powells
Garage Y/N Yes
Total Rooms 12
Full Baths 2
Status Active - First Right Contingency
Directions Lincolnway to Lafayette South to address
City Valparaiso
High School District Valparaiso
Lot Size Square Feet 7638
Listing Terms Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Property Attached Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 5361
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 434800
Legal Description POWELLS ADD S1/2 N1/2 LOT 59

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Recessed Lighting,High Ceilings
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Living Room,Wood Burning
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 3964
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Lower Level
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Bedroom 2,Primary Bedroom,Office,Living Room,Loft,Kitchen,Family Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 3
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Fencing Fenced
Parking Features Detached,Garage Faces Front,Driveway,Concrete,Off Street,Garage Door Opener
Lot Features Landscaped,Rectangular Lot
Water Source Public
Lot Size Acres 0.1753
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Crown Point, IN office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

8/5/2026 Listed $574,900

Property vs Zip Code Average in 46383

Price
AVG $540K
$570K
Taxes
AVG $3,671
$5,361
Year Built
AVG 1979
1890
Visits
AVG 65
8
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406 Lafayette Street Valparaiso, IN is a Single Family Home for sale at $574900 with 3964 sqft and a lot size of 0.1753 Acres Acre(s). 406 Lafayette Street Valparaiso has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1890. The property's zip code is 46383 which is in Valparaiso, IN

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