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    301 Grant Ave Chesterton, IN 46304

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    For Sale
    $450,000

    COMMERCIAL - Chesterton, IN

    Property size:
    6,236 SF
    Lot size:
    0.79 Acres
    Days on Market:
    99
    Last Refresh:
    Jan 22 at 12:06 am

    Property Features for 301 Grant Ave

    General Information

    Special listing conditions
    Standard
    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    TransactionType
    Standard
    Standard status
    Active
    Rooms
    Basement
    APN
    640336408001000023
    Parking
    30
    Exterior features
    Lighting
    Basement
    Unfinished
    Size
    6,236 SF
    Lot size
    0.79 Acres

    Utilities

    Utilities
    Cable Available
    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Heating system
    Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1961

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    Listing Contact
    Paul Boyter
    Paul Boyter

    McColly Real Estate (219) 864-7200 [email protected]

    Listing agent Paul Boyter (219) 789-1228

    Listing date Oct 16, 2025

    Copyright © 2025 Greater Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Unique Train Car Commercial Opportunity

    This unique commercial property features four interconnected train cars with a central building, offering a distinctive business opportunity. Eighty-foot decks connect the cars on each side. The property is located across the tracks from a train bed and breakfast, the Duneland Chamber of Commerce (site of the European Market with up to 3,000 weekend visitors), and downtown Chesterton. A public bathroom is available in a train car in the park. The 4th Street Theater is located across Fourth Street. The property is conveniently located near Lake Michigan, Porter Beach, the South Shore Train Station, the Indiana Toll Road, I-94, and the Indiana Dunes National Park, which had over four million visitors in 2022. Situated on a 0.79-acre lot, the 6,236-square-foot property is within the Chesterton Riverfront Development Project, offering the potential to apply for a liquor license. This location is suitable for restaurants, retail, bed & breakfasts, and hospitality businesses.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Bed & breakfasts

    Suggested Use

    Realty agency Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Clothing Store Auto Repair Shop

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Chesterton
    County
    Porter
    State
    Indiana
    Longitude
    -87.054714
    Latitude
    41.611927

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Restaurant - Own a unique business in four interconnected train cars!
    Where is this restaurant located?
    The property is located at 301 Grant Ave Chesterton, IN.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $450,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Unique business opportunity: Own and operate a business within four train cars connected by a central building and eighty-foot decks.; - Prime location across from the Duneland Chamber of Commerce and quaint downtown Chesterton.; - Proximity to high-traffic areas including Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan.
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

    These figures are not official appraisals and should not be used as a substitute for a valuation performed by a licensed appraiser.
    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
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    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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