What is the housing market like in Burns Harbor, IL?

The median listing price in Burns Harbor is $269,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026

How is the commute from Burns Harbor, IL?

No commuter rail station in town; nearest South Shore Line access is Portage/Ogden Dunes or Dune Park stations.

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About Burns Harbor

Burns Harbor is a small town on Lake Michigan's shore, home to the Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor and surrounded by dunes and industry. Housing is mostly modest subdivisions and ranch homes at moderate prices.

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Home prices in Burns Harbor

The median listing price in Burns Harbor is $269,000.

Top places in Burns Harbor

Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk (Indiana Dunes National Park)
Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor (industrial landmark).
Burns Harbor Town Hall.
Nearby West Beach (Indiana Dunes National Park).
Little Calumet River trails.
Nearby Chesterton's downtown and dining.

Commuting from Burns Harbor

No commuter rail station in town; nearest South Shore Line access is Portage/Ogden Dunes or Dune Park stations.
Approximate drive to downtown Chicago: ~55–65 minutes (approximate; longer with traffic).

Burns Harbor FAQs

What is the housing market like in Burns Harbor, IL?
The median listing price in Burns Harbor is $269,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
How is the commute from Burns Harbor, IL?
No commuter rail station in town; nearest South Shore Line access is Portage/Ogden Dunes or Dune Park stations.

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