5608 E 3rd Ave, Gary, IN 46403
OFF MARKET
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 529 sqft

5608 E 3rd Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Aetna

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
529 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5608 E 3rd Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:One bedroom cottage
Nice one bedroom cottage
Perfect for one person or a couple
Property is the process of complete
Renovation
Close to beaches.
,Chicago southshore train station
National Park, bike trails
Please apply with your contact number attached

1 year lease
Tenant is advised for rental insurance
No pets
No utilities is included
5608 E 3rd Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 529 sqft single-family home in Aetna. It last sold for $1,100 on Oct 26, 2006 (23% above the $895 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2026 with an asking price of $895 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 24, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $996/month.

Home Details for 5608 E 3rd Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Comparable Sales for 5608 E 3rd Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
600 Elkhart St, Gary, IN
0.40
Single-Family Home
$800
04/27/26
2
1
592 sqft
5617 E 3rd Ave, Gary, IN
0.03
Single-Family Home
$51,300
01/08/26
2
2
700 sqft
336 S Hamilton St, Gary, IN
0.08
Single-Family Home
$113,500
11/21/25
2
1
1,744 sqft
134 N Hancock St, Gary, IN
0.30
Single-Family Home
$40,200
11/18/25
2
1
927 sqft
664 Dekalb St, Gary, IN
0.53
Single-Family Home
$5,800
01/28/26
2
1
860 sqft
605 S Howard St, Gary, IN
0.50
Single-Family Home
$119,900
10/24/25
2
1
862 sqft
355 S Howard St, Gary, IN
0.35
Single-Family Home
$198,000
08/26/26
3
1
1,044 sqft
6328 E 3rd Ave, Gary, IN
0.42
Single-Family Home
$124,500
06/12/26
3
1
900 sqft
6620 E 4th Ave, Gary, IN
0.66
Single-Family Home
$73,000
10/24/25
2
1
778 sqft
6125 Ash Ave, Gary, IN
0.35
Single-Family Home
$165,000
10/31/25
3
1
1,664 sqft

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Neighborhood Overview

Aetna
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What Locals Say about Aetna

At least 46 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 55 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 39 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 35 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 20 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • Ursula Hyde
    "I have a vehicle so I don’t use public transportation, but they just redid a multimillion dollar soft train station line which is 23 minutes away from my home and I think it’s a lovely thing for the community "
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  • Jhamalsmith2
    "You do have to commute to other surrounding city’s for shopping for your need and wants outside of ordering online."
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  • Trulia User
    "miller Marquette park is the best area in Gary Indiana Also I love being near the beach . It's great to raise a family and safe love living here so much don't want to live no where else in Indiana. Been all throughout Gary IN and this place is the best I seen ."
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  • Trulia User
    "the beach is nice some times. they redid the side walk for bikes so there's more space to walk and no space to drive. besides that, there really isn't much more to talk about. "
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  • Laronda169
    "I don’t know yet I just moved here in feb but I will see how things are through the months. But the beach is very nice and huge. Everything is convenient and not crowded "
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  • Latasha S.
    "Access to public transportation in the city and the train to Chicago is close by and has free parking for those that utilize it. "
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  • Christinaroberts982
    "This is a good neighborhood! I love that the blocks are filled with home owners and they keep their yards cut and so nice and clean!"
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  • Tyeed123
    "You really need you own transportation to get around shopping but if you want to visit Chicago the train is very close and using Lyft or Uber price is fair as long it’s not peak hours you good"
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  • Kocarika Evans
    "The beach is close and there is a park on the beach with picnic tables and grills try visiting it's beautiful there "
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  • Johnsonkistsha
    "Have to have transportation no city buses close by...very wooded area impossible to walk anywhere...takes me 1 hour to 1 1/2 to work everyday 2 hours round trip to and from work maybe more depending on 94 eastbound traffic "
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  • Kandace M.
    "Abandoned school across the street. Neighborhood can be rough but this avenue keep their homes well maintained"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 24, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$895
May 2, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$895
Oct 26, 2006
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,100

Frequently asked questions about 5608 E 3rd Ave

  • What is the price history for 5608 E 3rd Ave?
    5608 E 3rd Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $1,100 in October 2006.
  • 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.
  • What do residents say about the Aetna neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Aetna neighborhood in Gary, IN as pedestrian-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Aetna, Gary.

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