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$2,795,000$499 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,745,625 on Jul 15, 2024

12 RIDGE DR

CHESTERTON, IN 46304
4
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,602 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.93 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
17
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.8M
$2.2M low$3.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,745,625 · Jul 15, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$19,946 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,695,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$209,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,485,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,652,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,695,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPORTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.93
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Newton Yost Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.6 mi
M
Westchester Intermediate/Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Chesterton High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi

District: Duneland School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46304These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,163
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.440 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,966
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

12 Ridge Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Chesterton 46304
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Porter County
  • Among the largest homes in Chesterton 46304
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Chesterton 46304
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Porter County

What homes are worth in Chesterton 46304

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$154K$1.1M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Chesterton 46304.

How it measures up in Chesterton 46304

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chesterton 46304.

Estimated value$2,795,000
CheaperTypical $344,504Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$499
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area5,602 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,824 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.93 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 12 Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChesterton 46304Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,795,000almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$499almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than5,602 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.93 ac80% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than201187% of homes90% of homes

About 12 Ridge Dr

How much is 12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN is $2,795,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,180,862 to $3,409,138. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN last sell?

12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN last sold on Jul 15, 2024 for $1,745,625, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN?

12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN has 4 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 5,602 square feet of living space and a 0.93-acre lot.

When was 12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN built?

12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN?

12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN is assigned to Newton Yost Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Westchester Intermediate/Middle School (middle), rated A; Chesterton High School (high). All sit in Duneland School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN compare to other homes in Chesterton 46304?

Among the 9,986 homes in Chesterton 46304, it is worth more than almost all of them ($2,795,000 against a typical $344,504), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($499 against a typical $195), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,602 ft² against a typical 1,824 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.93 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2011 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Ridge Dr, Chesterton, IN was $19,946. The county assessed it at $1,695,100.

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