247 Westgate Dr , Valparaiso, IN 46385
$525,000
- 5
- beds
- 2 full · 2 half
- baths
- 2,320
- sqft
- 1974
- year built
$525,000
247 Westgate Dr , Valparaiso, IN 46385
- 5
- beds
- 2 full · 2 half
- baths
- 2,320
- sqft
- 1974
- year built
- Status:
- Active
- MLS #:
- 845656
- Neighborhood:
- Sylvan Manor Add 03
- County:
- Porter
- Listed By:
- Rebecca Wright - Better Homes and Gardens Real
- Agent Phone:
- (219) 779-7215
- Agent Email:
- bettercallbeckyrealestate@gmail.com
Sponsoring Broker: David Camp, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
If you love to entertain, work on projects, or simply want more room to enjoy life, this home delivers! The backyard steals the show--nearly an acre with a heated above-ground pool, spacious deck, and covered porch featuring a hot tub and mounted TV. Summer parties, game days, or quiet evenings--you're set! And the location is hard to beat. You'll feel like you're tucked away in the country, surrounded by space and privacy, yet you're still close to town, shopping, dining, and major roads. It's that perfect combination of secluded living without giving up everyday convenience. Don't miss the awesome detached insulated woodshop with electricity--a dream setup for woodworking, hobbies, projects, or your own creative space. Inside, you'll find 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, generous living areas, large closets, solid 6-panel oak doors, and a beautiful two-sided fireplace. The finished lower level keeps the fun going with a wet bar and electric fireplace, plus an additional unfinished basement with a separate entrance and tons of possibilities. Recent updates include a new roof with a 10-year warranty, new AC, new pressure tank, and rented water softener. Space, privacy, a country feel, incredible outdoor entertaining, a serious workshop, and an ideal location close to everything--this one checks boxes you just don't find every day! This isn't just a house--it's a place to live, entertain, create, and make your own.
Highlights
- Residential
- Single Family Residence
- Built in 1974
- 0.9 Acre Lot
- 2 Car Garage
- 50 days on Market
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- Bedrooms
- 5
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- Bathrooms
- 2 full · 2 half
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- Year Built
- 1974
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- Construction Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
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- Garage Spaces
- 2.0
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- Parking Features
- Attached, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level
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- Living Area
- 2320.0
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- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Wet Bar, Laminate Counters, Recessed Lighting, Entrance Foyer, Crown Molding
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- Appliances
- Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Other, Built-In Gas Range
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- Flooring
- Tile, Carpet, Linoleum
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- Exterior Features
- Storage, Lighting, Private Yard
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- Patio And Porch
- Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
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- Pool Features
- Above Ground
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- Security Features
- Smoke Detector(s)
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- Cooling
- Central Air
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- Heating
- Central
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- Basement
- Walk-Out Access, Unfinished, Sump Pump
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- Acres
- 0.9
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- Lot Features
- Private, Rectangular Lot, Landscaped, Back Yard, Front Yard
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- View
- Neighborhood
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- Utilities
- Electricity Connected
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- Water
- Well
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- County
- Porter
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- City
- Valparaiso
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- Neighborhood
- Sylvan Manor Add 03
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- Zip Code
- 46385
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Nearby Schools
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53out of 100
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Estimated Value
$486,424
$418,324 - $554,523
Source: Constellation Data Labs
Price History
| 09/20/2026 | Listed | $525,000 |
| Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS #845656 | ||
| 07/09/2026 | Off Market | — |
| Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS #841950 | ||
Source: MLS Data
Mortgage History
| 03/09/2011 | Coventional | $158,200 |
| 10/05/2007 | Credit Line (Revolving) / HELOC | $60,800 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
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What is the price per square foot for this home?
This home is listed at $525,000 with 2,320 sqft of space—that comes out to approximately $226 per square foot.
How long has this property been on the market?
247 Westgate Dr was listed on September 20, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 50 days.
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When was this house built?
This home was built in 1974, making it approximately 52 years old.
What is the lot size of this property?
247 Westgate Dr sits on a 0.9-acre lot, which is 39,204 square feet.
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The most recent public record shows annual property taxes for 247 Westgate Dr were approximately $3,714. This may change with reassessment or exemptions. Our local partner can verify current tax amounts and help you estimate future costs based on your situation.
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Last Updated: November 09, 2026 at 06:07PM | Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 845656
