6801 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
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SOLD
JUN 15, 2026

6801 Forest Ave
Gary, IN 46403

Marquette Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,188 sqft

$240,000

Last Sold: Jun 15, 2026
9% below list $265K
$110/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,504/mo*
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$240,000

Last Sold: Jun 15, 2026
9% below list $265K
$110/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,504/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,188 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 6801 Forest Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1956
Living Area
2,188 sqft
Price/Sqft
$110/sqft

About this House

Welcome home to this meticulously maintained and updated brick and limestone ranch. As you enter, you are greeted by beautifully refinished hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace. This home features an open-concept floor plan with three bedrooms, one and a half baths, and stainless steel appliances. Extensive updates include: - Remodeled main bath with a rain shower - High-end front door and tilt-out vinyl windows - Oak kitchen cabinets and a convection oven - Recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and fixtures throughout - New furnace, central air, hot water heater, and electrical system (all within the last two years) - Dimmers in all rooms, a new electrical service line, and a relined, tuckpointed chimney - maintenance free exterior The walk-out basement features high ceilings and a half bath, offering great potential to be easily finished. The property is conveniently located near hiking and bike trails, shops, and restaurants, and is within walking distance of Marquette park and the Lake Michigan shoreline. If an air B and B is what you are looking for all the furniture is negotiable.
6801 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,188 sqft single-family home in Marquette Park, built in 1956. It last sold for $240,000 on Jun 15, 2026 (9% below the $265,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $240,800, with a rent estimate of $1,965/month.

Home Details for 6801 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Basement, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2188 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, MicrowaveDishwasherLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Aluminum Frames
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: One
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PorchExterior: Private Yard
Parking & Garage
No GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1094

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 450532305006000004

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $265,000Price Per Sqft: $110/sqft

Location

Direction & Address
City: GaryCommunity: Grand Blvd Sub

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2188 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5183.64 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 835539Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1094
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Melody Neagu
McColly Real Estate, (219) 962-7538
Bought with: Jeff McCormick, McCormick Real Estate, Inc., (219) 663-9300
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#835539

Price History for 6801 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/15/2026$240,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835539
05/26/2026$265,000PendingNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835539
04/06/2026$265,000PriceChange
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835539
03/16/2026$274,900Listed For SaleNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835539
12/03/2025$280,000ListingRemovedNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #828690
10/02/2025$280,000Listed For SaleNIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #828690
09/09/2015$75,000Sold
NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #363656
04/09/2015$89,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/03/2015$89,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/01/2014$92,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,276
Assessment$139,600
Home facts updated by county records

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
6957 Ash Ave, Gary, IN
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$229,000
01/15/26
3
1.5
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$255,000
08/11/25
3
1
1,163
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$225,000
12/23/25
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2
1,764
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0.38
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$220,000
12/29/25
3
2
1,676
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0.44
Single-Family Home
$270,000
04/24/26
4
2
2,256
7155 Hemlock Ave, Gary, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$150,000
06/09/26
3
1
1,155
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0.44
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$238,000
04/13/26
3
2
2,126
7419 Maple Ave, Gary, IN
0.53
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$240,000
07/23/26
3
2
1,800
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0.48
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$277,500
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3
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1,935

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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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    "Beach lake park dunes sun fun great views happy place kindness special people love Indiana first flight. "
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    "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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