278 Johnson St, Gary, IN 46402
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OFF MARKET

$57,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 760 sqft

278 Johnson St, Gary, IN 46402

Downtown
Est. Refi. Payment $419/mo*
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$57.4K
Since last month
Increased$7K (+12.8%)
Since last year
Increased$900 (+1.6%)
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 +222% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$57K
June 2026$51K
May 2026$52K
April 2026$49K
March 2026$54K
2025
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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
302 Lincoln St, Gary, IN
0.07
Single-Family Home
$33,900
04/10/26
3
1
889
201 Johnson St, Gary, IN
0.05
Single-Family Home
$107,000
07/23/26
2
1
1,888
452 Pierce St, Gary, IN
0.29
Single-Family Home
$45,000
12/08/25
2
1
867
405 Pierce St, Gary, IN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$10,000
01/13/26
2
1
1,030
434 Pierce St, Gary, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$34,000
06/05/26
2
1.5
945
1009 W 2nd Ave, Gary, IN
0.32
Single-Family Home
$179,000
10/22/25
3
1
892
441 Pierce St, Gary, IN
0.30
Single-Family Home
$12,000
04/21/26
3
1
901
329 Pierce St, Gary, IN
0.23
Single-Family Home
$120,000
06/10/26
3
1
1,112
400 Grant St, Gary, IN
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,000
01/27/26
3
1
1,647
532 Buchanan St, Gary, IN
0.35
Single-Family Home
$10,000
02/06/26
2
2
1,400

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
257 Grant St, Gary, IN 46404
0.04
$130,900
2
1.5
1,706
Off Market
201 Johnson St, Gary, IN 46402
0.05
$107,000
2
1
1,888
Recently Sold
301 Grant St, Gary, IN 46404
0.05
$175,700
3
2
1,895
Off Market
302 Lincoln St, Gary, IN 46402
0.07
$33,900
3
1
889
Recently Sold
271 Lincoln St, Gary, IN 46402
0.09
$175,000
4
2
1,440
For Sale
360 Johnson St, Gary, IN 46402
0.10
$65,500
3
1
1,027
Off Market
311 Hayes St, Gary, IN 46404
0.10
$212,100
5
2
2,676
Off Market
364 Johnson St, Gary, IN 46402
0.11
$113,000
3
1
1,770
Off Market
346 Richard Gordon Hatcher Blvd, Gary, IN 46404
0.12
$80,000
3
2
1,372
Recently Sold
355 Lincoln St, Gary, IN 46402
0.13
$105,000
2
1
962
For Sale
401 Grant St, Gary, IN 46402
0.16
-
3
1
983
Off Market
327 Buchanan St, Gary, IN 46402
0.17
$180,000
3
2
1,390
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1949
760 sqft
$76/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 278 Johnson St, Gary, IN. 278 Johnson St is in the Downtown neighborhood in Gary, IN and in ZIP code 46402. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 760 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 5488 sqft and was built in 1949.
278 Johnson St, Gary, IN 46402 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 760 sqft single-family home in Downtown, built in 1949. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $57,400, with a rent estimate of $1,077/month.

Home Details for 278 Johnson St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAdditional StorageNumber of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, PantryStorageCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltLawnPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5488 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Apr 7, 2016
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$13,500
Jan 1, 2016
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$13,500
Price decreased by 10%
Sep 19, 2015
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$15,000
Price decreased by 9%
Aug 6, 2015
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$16,500

Market trends in Gary

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$139K
$14.26KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.9%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$97
$11MoM
Available listings
350
2MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Downtown

At least 18 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 93 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 35 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 35 % Say there are community events

  • 18 % Say people would walk alone at night

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    "Back to school events, attending camp, going to church, the park where kids play and and ride bikes, there is a neighborhood candy house "
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  • Rosandman2004
    "Very safe and convenient. I’m happy to be where my family can interact and be comfortable. Plus our local police department officers are friendly and thoughtful "
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  • Youtubemodel
    "Sometimes it very quest in the middle of the day but always quiet at night. There is never any problems over here and most our neighbors are elderly, it’s all just flat out peaceful."
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  • Antonio S.
    "Nothing really isn’t honestly a great place. It’s honestly one of the most saddest places I’ve ever lived in."
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Frequently asked questions about 278 Johnson St

  • What is 278 Johnson St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 278 Johnson St in Gary, IN is $57,400.
  • 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 $139K. That is up $14.26K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Downtown neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Downtown neighborhood in Gary, IN as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Downtown, Gary.
  • How big is the lot at 278 Johnson St?
    The lot at 278 Johnson St in Gary, IN is about 0.13 acres (5,488 sq ft).
  • Does 278 Johnson St have a garage?
    Yes, 278 Johnson St in Gary, IN has a garage.

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