1537 E  35th Ct, Gary, IN 46409
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OFF MARKET

1537 E 35th Ct
Gary, IN 46409

Prairie Ridge
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 825 sqft

$20,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 7, 2026

$20,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 7, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
825 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1952
Living Area
825 sqft
Price/Sqft
$25
Parking
None

About this House

PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION

Rare *Lease Option* Fixer-Upper Opportunity
This property is being offered as a "Home Designer" Lease Option with a low entry cost and reasonable monthly rent. You have the freedom to renovate, repair and design the home as you work towards purchasing it. Perfect for the handy person who wants a flexible path into a real estate deal with a Lease Option.

Key Information:
-Flexible 5k-10k Down Payment "option consideration"
-$625 monthly rent
-12 month Lease Option
-Final Price = ($40,000 - your down payment + rent credits)
-Tenant is responsible for all ALL HOME UTILITIES & MAINTENANCE, renovation costs, getting proper permits and paying property taxes to Lake County
-NO SMOKING allowed within the dwelling unit
-Pets OK (with pet deposit)
-Send me a message with your phone number to discuss the terms to see if it's a good fit.

This is the perfect small-family home in need of a little love and attention to make it a comfortable, cozy and charming residence. Whether you are looking for a property to fix up and live in with your family OR you're an investor on the quest for your next rental or flip, you have arrived at the opportunity you've been seeking!

As you can see, much of the property is very much in tact and needs moderate cosmetic renovations. The roof is apprx 8-9 years old, there's upgraded electrical as well as newer windows. Built in 1952, this charming property offers wood frame construction, a 5,750sqft [quiet] corner lot, perimeter wood fence for privacy and 2 car driveway.

Rehab: Property needs cosmetic upgrades, a furnace, hot water heater, water lines ran from the street, gutters and downspouts on house, vegetation cleanup (I have a great referral for that!) minor exterior siding repair and exterior fence repair.
Please do your own due diligence. Any information can be deemed as reliable but not guaranteed.

If you're interested, please me a message with your phone number to discuss the terms to see if this is a good fit.

-Flexible 5k-10k Down Payment "option consideration"
-$625 monthly rent
-12 month Lease Option
-Final Price = ($40,000 - your down payment + rent credits)
-Tenant is responsible for all ALL HOME UTILITIES & MAINTENANCE, renovation costs, getting proper permits and paying property taxes to Lake County
-NO SMOKING allowed within the dwelling unit
-Pets OK (with pet deposit)
1537 E 35th Ct, Gary, IN 46409 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 825 sqft single-family home in Prairie Ridge, built in 1952. It last sold for $20,000 on Aug 11, 2025. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2022 with an asking price of $625 per month. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $20,500, with a rent estimate of $1,521/month.

Home Details for 1537 E 35th Ct

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Family Room
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5749 sqft

Price History for 1537 E 35th Ct

DatePriceEventSource
08/11/2025$20,000Sold
N/A
09/29/2022$625Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
09/29/2022ListingRemovedN/A
09/08/2022$26,000PriceChange
N/A
09/05/2022$27,700PriceChange
N/A
08/26/2022$29,900Listed For SaleN/A
07/29/2015$3,400Sold
N/A

Market trends in Hobart

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$251K
$15.88K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.6%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$166
$5
MoM
Available listings
116
24
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$697
Assessment$53,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1537 E 35th Ct

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.34
Single-Family Home
$16,700
04/07/26
2
1
660
0.02
Single-Family Home
$5,300
12/05/25
3
1
960
0.33
Single-Family Home
$26,000
11/12/25
2
1
1,140
0.12
Single-Family Home
$58,000
08/28/25
3
1
950
0.15
Single-Family Home
$55,100
03/27/26
3
1
950
0.47
Single-Family Home
$25,000
11/06/25
2
1
714
0.16
Single-Family Home
$4,000
01/02/26
2
1
930
0.41
Single-Family Home
$20,000
08/14/25
3
1
1,040
0.39
Single-Family Home
$11,500
11/21/25
2
1
625

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Prairie Ridge

At least 18 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 95 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 53 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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    "Nice area. I have lived in Hobart for 2 years now and I am very pleased with the neighborhood/ neighbors. It is a nice and friendly place to live and raise a family."

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