Endless possibilities in the heart of Valpo! This versatile home is packed with charm, space, and income potential - all just minutes from downtown shopping, restaurants, parks, and more. The main level welcomes you with a sunny enclosed front porch, an open-concept living and dining area, eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bath. The spacious layout and natural flow make it feel like home the moment you walk in. Downstairs, you'll find a partially finished basement with a non-conforming bedroom, 3/4 bath, laundry area, tons of storage, and space for hobbies. Upstairs is a private in-law suite or studio with its own entrance, beautiful natural light, kitchen area, and wide-open space - ideal for boomerang relatives, in-law suite or multi-generational living. Includes a 1-car garage plus carport. Currently used as a rental investment. Taxes will be approx. half once homestead is applied. The opportunity is rare. The location is unbeatable. Don't miss your chance to live or invest in one of Valpo's most walkable, desirable neighborhoods!
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$257,400
255 Plum St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
2beds
2,633sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
4,617.36 Square Feet Lot
$257,400 Zestimate®
$98/sqft
$2,018 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 19, 2025 at 06:51am
Listed by:
Susie Jaskowiak,
@properties/Christie's Intl RE 219-531-2288
Bought with:
Julee Keller, RB16001473
Realty Executives Premier
Michael Tezak, RB14033486
Realty Executives Premier
Source: NIRA,MLS#: 819623

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Area: 114
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.5
Bedroom 2
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 10.0
Kitchen
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 7.0
Living room
- Description: Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Area: 283.5
- Dimensions: 21.0 x 13.5
Office
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 7.0
Other
- Description: Non Conforming bedroom
- Area: 152
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 9.5
Other
- Description: Enclosed Porch
- Area: 183.75
- Dimensions: 24.5 x 7.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Other, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,633
- Total interior livable area: 2,633 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,645
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch
- Exterior features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 4,617 sqft
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 640924157002000004
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
- Subdivision: Powells Add
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Services availability

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