4539 Buchanan St, Gary, IN 46408
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FOR SALE
0.92 ACRES

4539 Buchanan St
Gary, IN 46408

University Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,186 sqft (on 0.92 acres)

$18,500

$18,500

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,186 sqft
(on 0.92 acres)

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Yes
Price/Sqft
$16
Listed
36 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 4539 Buchanan St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

This home sits on a quiet tree lined street near Everything .Just waiting for the right investor to bring it back its Luster. Beautiful well kept homes surround this Peach of a deal. 3bd 1 bath with yard and garage, all brick. Great acquisition ,won't last

Home Details for 4539 Buchanan St

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1186 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: NoneAppliances: NoneLaundry: Other
Heating & Cooling
Heating: NoneNo Heating
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Wood Frames
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: One and One Half
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: OtherFencing: Back Yard, PartialExterior: None
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1.5Number of Covered Spaces: 1.5Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1.5Parking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1186

Days on Market

Days on Market: 36

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: FixerParcel Number: 450833104007000004

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $18,500Price Per Sqft: $16

Location

Direction & Address
City: GaryCommunity: Robert R Cenek 01 Add/Gary
School Information
High School: Gary Middle College WestHigh School District: Gary

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 841539

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1186 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.92 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 841539Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1186Below Grade Unfinished Area: 720
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Evelyn Brown-Ginn
Haymon & Associates, REALTORS, (219) 944-2002
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#841539
Also Listed on NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Gary

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$124K
$6.09KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$86
$3MoM
Available listings
352
3MoM

Price History for 4539 Buchanan St

DatePriceEventSource
07/01/2026$18,500Listed For SaleNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #841539
04/14/2023$1,000Sold
N/A
12/09/2015$300Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$384
Assessment$18,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4539 Buchanan St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4469 Johnson St, Gary, IN
0.16
Single-Family Home
$3,800
01/07/26
2
1
1,048
4627 Grant St, Gary, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$63,900
08/15/25
3
1
1,204
4301 Buchanan St, Gary, IN
0.29
Single-Family Home
$40,000
09/18/25
3
1
1,098
1418 W 45th Ave, Gary, IN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$35,000
05/08/26
2
1
950
4645 Hayes St, Gary, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$133,000
12/19/25
3
1
1,117

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

University Park
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Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

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. "
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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."
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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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Evelyn Brown-Ginn, Haymon & Associates, REALTORS, (219) 944-2002
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4539 Buchanan St, Gary, IN 46408 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,186 sqft single-family home built in 1948. 4539 Buchanan St is located in University Park, Gary. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 1, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 841539.