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$321,965$169 / 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 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1300 ESSEX DR

PORTER, IN 46304
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,901 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$322K
$315K low$329K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,311 (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.$301,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$251,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$301,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$301,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 40 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 · 1.2 mi
H
Chesterton High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Liberty Intermediate/Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.9 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

1300 Essex 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Chesterton 46304
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Porter County
  • Newer than 67% 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
$170K$1M

This home is worth more than 43% of 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$321,965
CheaperTypical $344,488Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,901 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,824 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 1300 Essex Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChesterton 46304Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$321,96543% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16926% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,901 ft²54% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac28% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than199560% of homes67% of homes

About 1300 Essex Dr

How much is 1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN is $321,965 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $315,012 to $328,918. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN last sell?

1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN last sold on Aug 31, 2006, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN?

1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,901 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN built?

1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN?

1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN is assigned to Newton Yost Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Chesterton High School (high); Liberty Intermediate/Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Duneland School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN compare to other homes in Chesterton 46304?

Among the 10,022 homes in Chesterton 46304, it is worth more than 43% of them ($321,965 against a typical $344,488), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($169 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,901 ft² against a typical 1,824 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1995 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than 49% of 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 1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1300 Essex Dr, Porter, IN was $3,311. The county assessed it at $301,100.

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