6946 Birch Ave, Gary, IN 46403
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OFF MARKET

$229,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,872 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

6946 Birch Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Marquette Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,366/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 15, 2016 for $48,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$229K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$2K (-1%)
Since last sale
Increased$183K (+380.6%)
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 +372% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$231K
August 2026$229K
July 2026$229K
June 2026$234K
May 2026$232K
April 2026$221K
March 2026$221K
February 2026$209K
January 2026$204K
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
6837 Ash Pl, Gary, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/09/26
3
2
1,868
6957 Ash Ave, Gary, IN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$229,000
01/15/26
3
1.5
2,330
6747 Birch Pl, Gary, IN
0.14
Single-Family Home
$287,000
07/17/26
5
2
2,308
7030 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$238,000
04/13/26
3
2
2,126
6949 Ash Pl, Gary, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$300,000
08/12/26
4
2.5
1,836
6755 Ash Ave, Gary, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$220,000
12/29/25
3
2
1,676
6923 Hemlock Ave, Gary, IN
0.04
Single-Family Home
$132,000
09/25/25
3
1
816
7033 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN
0.25
Single-Family Home
$277,500
03/04/26
3
2
1,935
6948 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$150,000
12/15/25
4
1.5
3,668
6741 Ash Pl, Gary, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$270,000
04/24/26
4
2
2,256

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
6929 Hemlock Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.03
$166,400
3
1
912
Off Market
7100 Ash Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.11
$265,500
3
2
3,144
Off Market
243-255 S Marion St, Gary, IN 46403
0.09
$34,000
-
-
-
For Sale
231-241 S Marion St, Gary, IN 46403
0.10
$32,000
-
-
-
For Sale
231-255 Marion St, Gary, IN 46403
0.10
$52,000
-
-
-
For Sale
6957 Ash Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.13
$229,000
3
1.5
2,330
Recently Sold
7150 Birch Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.16
$268,100
3
1.5
1,534
Off Market
6746 Birch Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.12
$360,600
5
3
2,994
Off Market
7143 Hemlock Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.16
$151,100
3
1
864
Off Market
7155 Hemlock Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.17
$150,000
3
1
1,155
Recently Sold
7165 Hemlock Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.18
-
-
-
-
Off Market
6747 Birch Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.14
$287,000
5
2
2,308
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1953
0.26 acre lot
1,872 sqft
$122/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 6946 Birch Ave, Gary, IN. 6946 Birch Ave is in the Marquette Park neighborhood in Gary, IN and in ZIP code 46403. This property has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,872 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.26 acres and was built in 1953.
6946 Birch Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,872 sqft single-family home in Marquette Park, built in 1953. It last sold for $48,000 on Apr 15, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $229,100, with a rent estimate of $1,803/month.

Home Details for 6946 Birch Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 15, 2016
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #388139
Sold
$48,000
Nov 10, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$59,900
Price decreased by 8%
Oct 5, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$64,900
Aug 24, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$69,900
May 27, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$69,900
Price decreased by 6%

Market trends in Gary

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$139K
$14.26KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.9%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$97
$11MoM
Available listings
350
2MoM

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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

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  • 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 6946 Birch Ave

  • What is 6946 Birch Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 6946 Birch Ave in Gary, IN is $229,100.
  • What is the price history for 6946 Birch Ave?
    6946 Birch Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $48,000 in April 2016.
  • 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.
  • Does 6946 Birch Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 6946 Birch Ave in Gary, IN has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 6946 Birch Ave?
    The lot at 6946 Birch Ave in Gary, IN is about 0.26 acres (11,413 sq ft).

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