Valparaiso

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Valparaiso, IN

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Valpo truly has something for everyone

Vibrant College Town Suburban Artistic Family-Friendly Welcoming Convenient Dynamic

Located in Northern Indiana, just one hour south of Chicago, Valparaiso hosts tons of popular events like the Popcorn Fest, Central Park Plaza Market, Summer Rhapsody Music Festival, Valpo Brewfest, and Holly Days. The popularity of these events is a testament to the strong sense of community in Valparaiso, known simply as Valpo to residents.

Valpo features something for everyone. Culture enthusiasts enjoy performances at the Memorial Opera House and Chicago Street Theatre. Beer fans rejoice at Four Fathers Brewing and Ironwood Brewing. Academics find a home in Valparaiso University. The young and the young at heart seek thrills at Zao Island. Golfers practice their game at Creekside and Forest Park golf courses. Nature lovers bask in the beauty of Taltree Arboretum and Gardens in addition to nearby Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore.

Rent Trends

As of September 2025, the average apartment rent in Valparaiso, IN is $903 for a studio, $1,238 for one bedroom, $1,426 for two bedrooms, and $1,848 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Valparaiso has increased by 1.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,238/month
740 Sq Ft
House
$1,406/month
744 Sq Ft
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Transportation

38

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

12

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Jackson Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

315 Students

Memorial Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

477 Students

Union Center Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

413 Students

Heavilin Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

505 Students

Cooks Corners Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

470 Students

Washington Twp Middle/High School

Public

Grades 6-12

439 Students

Benjamin Franklin Mid School

Public

Grades 6-8

821 Students

Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

640 Students

Morgan Township Middle/High School

Public

Grades 6-12

435 Students

Union Township Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

324 Students

Valparaiso High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,098 Students

Wheeler High School

Public

Grades 9-12

434 Students

Washington Twp Middle/High School

Public

Grades 6-12

439 Students

Boone Grove High School

Public

Grades 9-12

486 Students

Morgan Township Middle/High School

Public

Grades 6-12

435 Students

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.