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Portage

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$346,367
Average Sales Price
$318,000
Median Sales Price
165
Total Listings
35,994
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    Listing Detail

    Attributes Average Median
    Bathrooms 2.25 2
    Bedrooms 3.18 3
    Year Built 1994 1998
    Lot Size 74,594 Sqft 10,890 Sqft
    Taxes $2,505 $2,197

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    DEMOGRAPHICS

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    36K
    Population
    36K in 2020
    1.3K
    Density
    per square mile
    13.7K
    Households
    36% with children

    Gender

    48%
    Male
    52%
    Female
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    Living in Portage, Indiana (2025 Guide) | Realest.com

    Living in Portage, Indiana (2025 Guide)

    The largest city in Porter County, Portage is the practical gateway to the Indiana Dunes with miles of trails, lakefront access, and commuter convenience. Here’s how to explore life—and real estate—in Portage.

    Overview & Location

    Portage sits along the Lake Michigan shoreline in Porter County, about 10–15 minutes from the beaches and trailheads of the Indiana Dunes. For municipal services, permits, events, and news, visit the City of Portage.

    Regional attractions, dining, and trip ideas are curated by the South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority.

    Parks, Lakefront & Things to Do

    Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk

    This lakeside gem offers a pavilion, fishing pier, trails, and sweeping Lake Michigan views—managed in partnership with the National Park Service. Start with the official visitor page.

    Trails & Park Programs

    The city maintains neighborhood parks, sports fields, and recreation programs for all ages. Explore facilities and calendars via the Portage Parks & Recreation department.

    Tip: Pair a beach afternoon with a downtown bite or coffee in neighboring Valparaiso, then catch a sunset at the Riverwalk.

    Neighborhoods & Housing

    Portage offers 1960s–1980s subdivisions, townhomes, and newer infill communities—plus lake-adjacent pockets near the Riverwalk. Proximity to beaches, trailheads, and commuter routes (I-94, I-80/90) can influence pricing and resale.

    Compare active vs. recent solds, then model your budget and equity with RealestValues.com.

    Schools & Education

    The city is served by Portage Township Schools, offering K-12 education, athletics, and activities across multiple campuses. Families should verify attendance boundaries and program availability directly with the district.

    Commuting & Connectivity

    Route / ServiceConnects ToWhy It Matters
    I-94 Chicago / Michigan Primary east–west interstate for commuters and weekend travel
    I-80/90 (Indiana Toll Road) Chicago / South Bend Alternate corridor for regional trips; toll-based expressway
    South Shore Line (Portage/Ogden Dunes) Downtown Chicago (Millennium Station) Electric commuter rail to the Loop; park-and-ride convenience

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    — Proverbs 16:3 (NIV)

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