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$274,234$250 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $230,000 on Nov 6, 2024

856 WHIFFLETREE DR

CHESTERTON, IN 46304
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,096 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.
1,655 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$274K
$242K low$307K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$230,000 · Nov 6, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,895 (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.$190,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$176,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$190,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,500

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.12 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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Row End Or Row Middle
CountyPorter
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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

Transaction History(4)

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
Brummitt Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.9 mi
M
Westchester Intermediate/Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Chesterton High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 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

856 Whiffletree 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.

  • Worth less than 74% of homes in Chesterton 46304
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Porter County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Chesterton 46304
  • Among the smallest lots in Porter County
  • Newer than 79% 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
$168K$1M

This home is worth more than 26% 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$274,234
CheaperTypical $343,569Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$250
CheaperTypical $196Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,096 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,823 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size1,655 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 856 Whiffletree Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChesterton 46304Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,23426% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25085% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,096 ft²10% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,655 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than200273% of homes79% of homes

About 856 Whiffletree Dr

How much is 856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN is $274,234 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $241,710 to $306,758. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN last sell?

856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN last sold on Nov 6, 2024 for $230,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN?

856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,096 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN built?

856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a row end or row middle home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN?

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

How does 856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN compare to other homes in Chesterton 46304?

Among the 10,036 homes in Chesterton 46304, it is worth more than 26% of them ($274,234 against a typical $343,569), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($250 against a typical $196), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,096 ft² against a typical 1,823 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (1,655 ft² against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (2002 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than 33% 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 856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 856 Whiffletree Dr, Chesterton, IN was $1,895. The county assessed it at $190,500.

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