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

$56,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 556 sqft

1490 E 38th Ave, Gary, IN 46409

University Park
Est. Refi. Payment $432/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 10, 2023 for $1,600

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$56.1K
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-12.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$4K (-5.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$55K (+3,406.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +397% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$56K
August 2026$64K
June 2026$61K
May 2026$63K
April 2026$59K
March 2026$64K
February 2026$67K
January 2026$68K
2025
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3593 Mississippi St, Gary, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,578
01/30/26
2
1
648
3705 Mississippi St, Hobart, IN
0.10
Single-Family Home
$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
3751 Swift St, Hobart, IN
0.11
Single-Family Home
$132,000
08/28/26
2
1
744
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

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
4735 W 38th Ave, Hobart, IN 46342
0.05
$121,900
3
1
960
Off Market
1436 E 39th Ave, Gary, IN 46409
0.13
$121,000
3
1.5
1,392
Recently Sold
3816 Swift St, Hobart, IN 46342
0.08
$160,600
3
1
850
Off Market
3804 Swift St, Hobart, IN 46342
0.07
$189,900
4
2
2,115
Off Market
3820 Swift St, Hobart, IN 46342
0.08
$210,000
2
1
840
Recently Sold
3790 Swift St, Hobart, IN 46342
0.07
$85,000
3
1
1,036
Recently Sold
3788 Swift St, Hobart, IN 46342
0.07
$239,900
3
2
1,236
Off Market
3858 S Louisiana St, Gary, IN 46409
0.15
-
2
-
1,015
Off Market
3719 Mississippi St, Hobart, IN 46342
0.07
$223,200
3
2
1,655
Off Market
3754 Swift St, Hobart, IN 46342
0.09
$127,500
3
2
1,580
Off Market
3709 Mississippi St, Hobart, IN 46342
0.09
$186,700
3
1
972
Off Market
3705 Mississippi St, Hobart, IN 46342
0.10
$93,200
2
1
704
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1932
556 sqft
$101/sqft

About this House

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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
1490 E 38th Ave, Gary, IN 46409 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 556 sqft single-family home in University Park, built in 1932. It last sold for $1,600 on Jan 10, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2022 with an asking price of $750 per month. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $56,100, with a rent estimate of $1,059/month.

Home Details for 1490 E 38th Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
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 and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 10, 2023
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,600
Nov 17, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$750

Market trends in Gary

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$136K
$2.18KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$98
$1MoM
Available listings
303
47MoM

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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.

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

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

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 28 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 22 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. 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. "
    10
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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."
    1
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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."
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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"
    7
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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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Frequently asked questions about 1490 E 38th Ave

  • What is 1490 E 38th Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1490 E 38th Ave in Gary, IN is $56,100.
  • What is the price history for 1490 E 38th Ave?
    1490 E 38th Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $1,600 in January 2023.
  • Is Gary a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gary is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Gary?
    The median sale price in Gary is $136K. That is down $2.18K from the prior month.
  • Does 1490 E 38th Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1490 E 38th Ave in Gary, IN has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 1490 E 38th Ave?
    The lot at 1490 E 38th Ave in Gary, IN is about 0.09 acres (3,746 sq ft).

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