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$328,925$331 / 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 95How 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

249 E TRATEBAS RD

CHESTERTON, IN 46304
2
Beds
1
Baths
995 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.
2.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1913
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$329K
$311K low$347K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,852 (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.$484,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$106,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$378,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$484,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$484,700

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.61
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.142 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.36
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 210 ft²Shed · 80 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Jackson Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.0 mi
H
Chesterton High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Liberty Intermediate/Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 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

249 E Tratebas Rd 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 more per square foot than 98% of homes in Porter County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Porter County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Chesterton 46304
  • Older than 97% 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
$162K$987K

This home is worth more than 46% 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$328,925
CheaperTypical $342,720Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area995 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,831 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size2.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 249 E Tratebas Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChesterton 46304Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$328,92546% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33197% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than995 ft²7% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.36 ac92% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than19135% of homes3% of homes

About 249 E Tratebas Rd

How much is 249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN is $328,925 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $310,892 to $346,958. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN?

249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 995 square feet of living space and a 2.36-acre lot.

When was 249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN built?

249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN?

249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN is assigned to Jackson 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 249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN compare to other homes in Chesterton 46304?

Among the 10,022 homes in Chesterton 46304, it is worth more than 46% of them ($328,925 against a typical $342,720), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($331 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 7% of them (995 ft² against a typical 1,831 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (2.36 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1913 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than 50% 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 249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 249 E Tratebas Rd, Chesterton, IN was $7,852. The county assessed it at $484,700.

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