1490 E 38th Ave, Gary, IN 46409
OFF MARKET

1490 E 38th Ave
Gary, IN 46409

University Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 556 sqft

$58,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $408/mo*
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$58,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $408/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
556 sqft

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Description

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No Zillow Applications/ Section 8 Accepted

Cute 2-bedroom 1 bath house. With a nice wooden wrap around porch an unfinished basement along with a driveway for off street parking.

Apply at RENTFROMPRESTIGE.COM
No Zillow Applications/ Section 8 Accepted

Cute 2-bedroom 1 bath house. Has a nice wooden wrap around porch an unfinished basement along with a driveway for off street parking.

Open House :
Wednesday December 7th 5:30-6:30pm
Saturday December 17th 11:30am -12:30pm.

Rental Requirements:
-Minimum score of 550
- All occupants over 18 must apply
- 3X gross monthly income
- No evictions or debts to past landlords in past 5 years
- No Bankruptcies in past 3 years
- No felonies in past 8 years
-No charge offs in past 2 years
-No repossessions in the past 5 years
-Strong on time payment history for the past year

For security deposit, we use the following parameters to determine the amount your deposit will be.

No Score: 2 times the rent amount
Scores 550 599: 1.5 times the rent amount
Scores 600 and greater: 1 time the rent amount
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
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A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
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Home Details for 1490 E 38th Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1932
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3746 sqft

Price History for 1490 E 38th Ave

DatePriceEventSource
01/10/2023$1,600Sold
N/A
11/17/2022$750Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,344
Assessment$57,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1490 E 38th Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3593 Mississippi St, Gary, IN
0.24
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$1,578
01/30/26
2
1
648
3705 Mississippi St, Hobart, IN
0.10
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$83,500
10/22/25
2
1
704
941 E 41st Ave, Gary, IN
0.54
Single-Family Home
$1,600
04/24/26
2
1
560
824 E 36th Ave, Gary, IN
0.50
Single-Family Home
$900
12/05/25
2
1
688
1261 E 35th Ct, Gary, IN
0.35
Single-Family Home
$4,000
01/02/26
2
1
930
1032 E 35th Pl, Gary, IN
0.43
Single-Family Home
$5,900
01/20/26
2
1
750
4120 Kentucky St, Gary, IN
0.50
Single-Family Home
$900
01/07/26
2
1
791
3756 Vermont St, Gary, IN
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,500
04/28/26
3
1
1,686
1534 E 35th Pl, Gary, IN
0.29
Single-Family Home
$5,300
12/05/25
3
1
960
3790 Swift St, Hobart, IN
0.07
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$85,000
01/06/26
3
1
1,036

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

University Park
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What Locals Say about University Park

At least 109 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 29 % Say there are community events

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 28 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 25 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 21 % Say people would walk alone at night

Learn more about our methodology.
  • Ryleasha Coleman
    "Nothing we don’t have any community events around here the you hear is sirens Loud music no kids playing "
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  • Joci
    "I just moved here and already want to move back to another part of lake county that feels more safe and like home."
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  • ernest d eskridge
    "The neighborhood is wonderful there is nothing bad about this neighborhood whatsoever so ever the people are friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "the abandoned homes make the neighborhood unique. I work in the area and meet interesting people. most people seem nice. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes they would. Lots of parks and space for owners to walk their dogs. There is even a walking trail near by."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s quiet and peaceful. I love my neighbors and the sense of community. I would recommend this community to anyone looking for a good place to raise your family."
    26
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood is still in depression state from years of families moving out and leaving their homes. But the area is on the up and up with neighbors taking pride in their land and beautifying their lands. I have been here two years and enjoy it."
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  • Antoinette722
    "It is important that parents feel comfort moving into the home, your kids are safe, and it’s in the district of great area for children can play. "
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  • Lynceta G.
    "there's none unless you create for your family and friends. Election years politicians seeking office holds events and community meetings. l like it to be none intrusive."
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  • Monopoltizeent
    "Not a area that needs to be gentrified, we good with the way it is middle class urban community that dont want any change unless it benefits us that have lived here for years"
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  • Tamera W.
    "There are new businesses opening. I see homes that need tax and they would have great potential for new home owners. Most homes are very well kept and the neighbors are friendly "
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  • Emerson
    "It was ok. I think the neighbors didn't like me because i had two pit bull dogs, and one got out of the yard without my knowing. When i found out i retrieved him immediately, but i still sensed that the neighbors viewed me with disdain."
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  • Brandy K.
    "Somewhat easy on the week day, and on the weekend easy breezy. Love the area but would like to be somewhere way different "
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  • Cullen B.
    "Lived here 10 year and it’s not the worries and can stand to be a lot better but it’s not that bad either. "
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  • Michaelmimssr95
    "nothing about this place is unique gary needs work it's every where to many abandoned house some places you rent from be having mold problems "
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  • Michaelmimssr95
    "it's not gary needs alot of work to many abandoned houses and it need cleaning alot of trash every where you go and renting house of here is not good these landlord don't do nothing and it's to many schools closed down."
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1490 E 38th Ave, Gary, IN 46409 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 556 sqft single-family home built in 1932. 1490 E 38th Ave is located in University Park, Gary. This property is not currently available for sale. 1490 E 38th Ave was last sold on Jan 10, 2023 for $1,600. The current Trulia Estimate for 1490 E 38th Ave is $58,100.