5920 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
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OFF MARKET

$287,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 31, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath

5920 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Marquette Park

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Located only a few blocks from the beach, this charming furnished 3 bedroom, 1 bath townhome is now available for rent. This townhome is one of 3 units attached. This townhome is located in the front of the building. The 3 bedrooms are located upstairs along with the bathroom and the main level features an open floor plan with the living room, dining room, and kitchen.
5920 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom single-family home in Marquette Park. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2025 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 27, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $287,100, with a rent estimate of $1,789/month.

Home Details for 5920 Forest Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: One year lease term. Furnished or can be unfurnished. No pets, no smoking. Credit and background check required. Must gross at least 2.5 times the monthly rent to qualify. No evictions.

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Comparable Sales for 5920 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
6125 Ash Ave, Gary, IN
0.49
Single-Family Home
$165,000
10/31/25
3
1
1,664 sqft
134 N Hancock St, Gary, IN
0.45
Single-Family Home
$40,200
11/18/25
2
1
927 sqft
6225 Forest Ave, Gary, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$370,000
03/20/26
4
4
3,840 sqft
6923 Hemlock Ave, Gary, IN
0.67
Single-Family Home
$132,000
09/25/25
3
1
816 sqft
415 N Grand Blvd, Gary, IN
0.44
Single-Family Home
$349,000
06/26/26
4
2
2,624 sqft
6328 E 3rd Ave, Gary, IN
0.78
Single-Family Home
$124,500
06/12/26
3
1
900 sqft
7155 Hemlock Ave, Gary, IN
0.80
Single-Family Home
$150,000
06/09/26
3
1
1,155 sqft
6801 Forest Ave, Gary, IN
0.59
Single-Family Home
$240,000
06/15/26
3
1.5
2,188 sqft
355 S Howard St, Gary, IN
0.83
Single-Family Home
$198,000
08/26/26
3
1
1,044 sqft
5962 E 3rd Ave, Gary, IN
0.72
Single-Family Home
$110,000
09/24/25
2
1
800 sqft

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Neighborhood Overview

Marquette Park
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What Locals Say about Marquette Park

At least 38 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there's wildlife

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

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

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 32 % Say there are community events

  • 23 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Lancegorman09
    "great beach area. friendly and a community on the up tick for referring homes. Great year round place to live "
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  • Lancegorman09
    "Beach lake park dunes sun fun great views happy place kindness special people love Indiana first flight. "
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  • Lancegorman09
    "The beach and dunes . Mostly permanent residents however some VBRO in this neighborhood. Very friendly neighborhood. A great deal of outdoor activities. "
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  • Andre S.
    "Lake events, movie in the park, lake street festival, air show, mini concerts, beach workout. Farmers market"
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  • Valerie
    "We have had neighborhood walks, cookouts, and lawn cleanup days. Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes are a few blocks from where I stay. There have been sponsored Earth Days in our neighborhood. Marquette Park and Pavilion are also within walking distance. "
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  • Saraspruth
    "My neighborhood has public transportation and great electric train that takes you to Chicago or other Indiana locations. "
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  • Valerie
    "The neighborhood is great, and just a short walk to Lake Michigan. The drive to downtown Chicago is about 30-40 minutes or one can commute by train. You can walk ~15 minutes to the stop or drive and park in under 5 minutes. "
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  • Buck7932
    "Beach access, restaurants, art, farmer’s market, shops, great neighbors, dog friendly, people friendly."
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  • Antonio D.
    "im a friendly helpful guy i have a car and im a cna i love meeting new people and combo with different folks. "
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  • Russellwillis50
    "There is only one grocery store in this area. You have to go to the other end of Gary for a decent one, or completely outside the city to really find what you're looking for. "
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  • Rbleverett
    "Unlimited access to the beach and great restaurants that you are walkable. Also, the parks have trails and beautiful scenery. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 27, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,500
Jan 15, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,500

Frequently asked questions about 5920 Forest Ave

  • What is 5920 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5920 Forest Ave in Gary, IN is $287,100.
  • 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 Marquette Park neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Marquette Park neighborhood in Gary, IN as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Marquette Park, Gary.

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