$216,500
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 2,472 sqft
6949 Birch Ave, Gary, IN 46403
Est. Refi. Payment $1,367/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Oct 2, 2013 for $31,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$217KSince last month
Increased$2K (+0.7%)Since last year
Increased$5K (+2.6%)Since last sale
Increased$186K (+600.3%)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 +125% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $217K |
| August 2026 | $217K |
| July 2026 | $216K |
| June 2026 | $218K |
| May 2026 | $218K |
| April 2026 | $212K |
| March 2026 | $211K |
| February 2026 | $203K |
| January 2026 | $201K |
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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 |
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0.08 | Single-Family Home | $132,000 | 09/25/25 | 3 | 1 | 816 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $229,000 | 01/15/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 2,330 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $238,000 | 04/13/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,126 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $225,000 | 06/09/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,868 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $150,000 | 06/09/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,155 | |
0.50 | Single-Family Home | $31,777 | 03/27/26 | 3 | 1 | 888 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $277,500 | 03/04/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,935 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $287,000 | 07/17/26 | 5 | 2 | 2,308 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $220,000 | 12/29/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,676 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $150,000 | 12/15/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 3,668 |
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 |
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0.09 | $34,000 | - | - | - | For Sale | |
0.09 | $32,000 | - | - | - | For Sale | |
0.09 | $52,000 | - | - | - | For Sale | |
0.09 | $229,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 2,330 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | $263,400 | 3 | 2 | 3,144 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $166,400 | 3 | 1 | 912 | Off Market | |
0.13 | $358,000 | 5 | 3 | 2,994 | Off Market | |
0.14 | $300,000 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,836 | Recently Sold | |
0.14 | $301,300 | 4 | 2 | 2,442 | Off Market | |
0.15 | $287,000 | 5 | 2 | 2,308 | Recently Sold | |
0.14 | $269,500 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,943 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $164,400 | 2 | 1 | 936 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1954
Living Area
2,472 sqft
Price/Sqft
$88
Parking
Garage
About this House
This single-family home is located at 6949 Birch Ave, Gary, IN. 6949 Birch Ave is in the Marquette Park neighborhood in Gary, IN and in ZIP code 46403. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 2,472 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 10585 sqft and was built in 1954.
6949 Birch Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2,472 sqft single-family home in Marquette Park, built in 1954. It last sold for $31,000 on Oct 2, 2013. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2013 with an asking price of $1,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 15, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $216,500, with a rent estimate of $1,553/month.
Home Details for 6949 Birch Ave
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Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1 |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherRefrigerator |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherExterior: OtherPorch |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1954 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow |
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Lot Area: 10585 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
Dec 3, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $195,000 |
Oct 29, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $195,000 Price decreased by 4% |
Oct 26, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $204,000 Price decreased by 0% |
Sep 7, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $205,000 |
Dec 15, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $1,150 |
Nov 21, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $1,150 Price decreased by 4% |
Nov 15, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $1,200 |
Oct 2, 2013 Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #334744 | Sold | $31,000 |
Aug 15, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $23,760 |
May 31, 2013 Source: N/A | Sold | $33,839 |
Jun 4, 2011 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $109,900 |
Apr 4, 2011 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $109,900 Price increased by 1% |
Jan 31, 2011 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $109,000 Price decreased by 1% |
Jan 29, 2011 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $109,900 Price increased by 1% |
Aug 13, 2010 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $109,000 Price decreased by 9% |
Apr 24, 2010 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $119,900 |
May 6, 2005 Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #125724 | Sold | $110,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $4,437 | $190,500 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Gary
Last updated July 2026
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
Around this home
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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Frequently asked questions about 6949 Birch Ave
- What is 6949 Birch Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 6949 Birch Ave in Gary, IN is $216,500.
- What is the price history for 6949 Birch Ave?6949 Birch Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $31,000 in October 2013.
- 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 6949 Birch Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 6949 Birch Ave in Gary, IN has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 6949 Birch Ave?The lot at 6949 Birch Ave in Gary, IN is about 0.24 acres (10,585 sq ft).