6948 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN 46403
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SOLD
DEC 15, 2025

$215,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 3,668 sqft

6948 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Marquette Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,412/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 15, 2025 for $150,000 (30% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$216K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+2.4%)
Since last year
Increased$8K (+3.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$66K (+43.7%)
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 +45% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$216K
August 2026$211K
July 2026$208K
June 2026$206K
May 2026$208K
April 2026$207K
March 2026$208K
February 2026$208K
January 2026$150K
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
0.08
Single-Family Home
$229,000
01/15/26
3
1.5
2,330
6741 Ash Pl, Gary, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$270,000
04/24/26
4
2
2,256
7030 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN
0.04
Single-Family Home
$238,000
04/13/26
3
2
2,126
7033 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN
0.05
Single-Family Home
$277,500
03/04/26
3
2
1,935
6755 Ash Ave, Gary, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$220,000
12/29/25
3
2
1,676
6837 Ash Pl, Gary, IN
0.08
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/09/26
3
2
1,868
6949 Ash Pl, Gary, IN
0.02
Single-Family Home
$300,000
08/12/26
4
2.5
1,836
6647 Ash Pl, Gary, IN
0.25
Single-Family Home
$225,000
12/23/25
3
2
1,764
6747 Birch Pl, Gary, IN
0.19
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
6949 Ash Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.02
$300,000
4
2.5
1,836
Recently Sold
7001 Ash Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.03
$303,600
4
2
2,442
Off Market
6917 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.05
$305,900
5
2
2,842
Off Market
7030 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.04
$238,000
3
2
2,126
Recently Sold
6909 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.06
$278,600
3
2
1,925
Off Market
7033 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.05
$277,500
3
2
1,935
Recently Sold
7019 Ash Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.05
$268,200
3
1.5
1,943
Off Market
7041 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.06
$227,400
3
1.5
1,752
Off Market
6791 Ash Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.07
$162,100
2
1
936
Off Market
6837 Ash Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.08
$225,000
3
2
1,868
Recently Sold
7010 Ash Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.07
$229,900
3
1.5
2,322
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 6948 E 1st Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1956
3,668 sqft
$41/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

Calling all investors and visionaries! This spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home with a bonus room is ready for your design touch. Located in a highly desirable neighborhood just 5 minutes from Miller Beach, the property has a new roof and been gutted and is primed for a complete transformation. The floor plan offers incredible potential, including a massive primary suite with an expansive en suite--already designed to accommodate dual laundry areas, one in the suite itself and another on the lower level. With the right vision, this home could become a stunning coastal retreat or a high-value resale opportunity. Don't miss the chance to bring this diamond in the rough to life in one of the area's most sought-after locations!!!
6948 E 1st Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,668 sqft single-family home in Marquette Park, built in 1956. It last sold for $150,000 on Dec 15, 2025 (30% below the $214,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2020 with an asking price of $1,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 30, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $215,600, with a rent estimate of $1,992/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Frederick Long
Better Homes and Gardens Real, (219) 999-8990
Lanee Hollingsworth
Better Homes and Gardens Real, (219) 999-8990
Bought with: Frederick Long, Better Homes and Gardens Real, (219) 999-8990
Co-Buyer's Agent: Lanee Hollingsworth, Better Homes and Gardens Real, (219) 999-8990
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#827052

Home Details for 6948 E 1st Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3668 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: NoneLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Upper Level,Lower Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Bi-Level
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: DeckExterior: Rain Gutters, Private Yard, Lighting
Parking & Garage
No GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway,On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2460

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: 450532379017000004

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $214,900Price Per Sqft: $41/sqft

Location

Direction & Address
City: GaryCommunity: Condits Parkside Add

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3668 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6141.96 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 827052Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2460

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 15, 2025
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #827052
Sold
$150,000
Sep 13, 2025
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #827052
Pending
$214,900
Sep 2, 2025
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #827052
Listed For Sale
$214,900
Nov 30, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,600
Nov 24, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,600

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 6948 E 1st Ave

  • What is 6948 E 1st Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 6948 E 1st Ave in Gary, IN is $215,600.
  • What is the price history for 6948 E 1st Ave?
    6948 E 1st Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $150,000 in December 2025.
  • 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 6948 E 1st Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 6948 E 1st Ave in Gary, IN has laundry facilities.
  • Does 6948 E 1st Ave have a yard?
    Yes, 6948 E 1st Ave in Gary, IN has a yard.

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