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

$240,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,188 sqft

6801 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Marquette Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,564/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 15, 2026 for $240,000 (9% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$240K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$32K (+15.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$200 (+0.1%)
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 +207% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$240K
August 2026$239K
July 2026$241K
June 2026$240K
May 2026$256K
April 2026$257K
March 2026$269K
February 2026$270K
January 2026$267K
2025
2024
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
6957 Ash Ave, Gary, IN
0.36
Single-Family Home
$229,000
01/15/26
3
1.5
2,330
6647 Ash Pl, Gary, IN
0.45
Single-Family Home
$225,000
12/23/25
3
2
1,764
6755 Ash Ave, Gary, IN
0.38
Single-Family Home
$220,000
12/29/25
3
2
1,676
6741 Ash Pl, Gary, IN
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
7030 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN
0.44
Single-Family Home
$238,000
04/13/26
3
2
2,126
7419 Maple Ave, Gary, IN
0.53
Single-Family Home
$240,000
07/23/26
3
2
1,800
7033 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN
0.48
Single-Family Home
$277,500
03/04/26
3
2
1,935
6747 Birch Pl, Gary, IN
0.33
Single-Family Home
$287,000
07/17/26
5
2
2,308

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
6760 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
6711 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.04
$279,900
4
2
2,112
Off Market
6925 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.10
$255,800
3
2.5
2,170
Off Market
512 N Miami St, Gary, IN 46403
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
516 N Miami St, Gary, IN 46403
0.13
$258,100
3
1
1,163
Off Market
520 N Miami St, Gary, IN 46403
0.14
$200,300
3
1
1,496
Off Market
452-56 Knox St, Gary, IN 46403
0.11
$10,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
446-50 N Knox St, Gary, IN 46403
0.11
$20,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
6619 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.14
-
-
-
-
Off Market
518 N Miami Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.19
-
5
2
2,178
Off Market
6938 Ironwood Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.18
$375,000
3
2.5
2,107
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1956
2,188 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). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $240,100, with a rent estimate of $1,792/month.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour 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

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
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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

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 15, 2026
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835539
Sold
$240,000
May 26, 2026
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835539
Pending
$265,000
Apr 6, 2026
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835539
PriceChange
$265,000
Price decreased by 4%
Mar 16, 2026
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835539
Listed For Sale
$274,900
Dec 3, 2025
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #828690
ListingRemoved
$280,000

Market trends in Gary

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$136K
$2.18KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$98
$1MoM
Available listings
303
47MoM

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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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Frequently asked questions about 6801 Forest Ave

  • What is 6801 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 6801 Forest Ave in Gary, IN is $240,100.
  • What is the price history for 6801 Forest Ave?
    6801 Forest Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $240,000 in June 2026.
  • 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.
  • Does 6801 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 6801 Forest Ave in Gary, IN has laundry facilities.
  • Does 6801 Forest Ave have a yard?
    Yes, 6801 Forest Ave in Gary, IN has a yard.

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