8303 Locust Ave, Gary, IN 46403
OFF MARKET

$320,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 18, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,060 sqft

8303 Locust Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Marquette Park

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
2,060 sqft
$156/sqft

Local Information

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About this House

8303 Locust Ave. Miller Beach 3 Bed | 2 Bath | Annual Lease | Steps from the Beach! LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! This Mid-century, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, Ranch home, in the highly sought-after Miller Beach community is a rare opportunity for an Annual Lease. Ideally situated, the open concept living and dining area with vaulted beamed ceilings, offers nice views of the surrounding neighborhood. The main floor includes the Kitchen, and open concept Living and Dining, 3 spacious bedrooms, New Custom bath and an updated enclosed garage that now serves the added purpose as a large three seasons room. Downstairs you will find an abundance of space, with a huge family / media room, a new custom bath, a Large laundry room and an extra optional room that can serve as an office or workout area. The rear door in the walkout level steps into a fully fenced backyard for your own private oasis, perfect for entertaining or Alfresco dining.
Just steps away from the Lake Michigan Shoreline, beaches, and trails, it's ideal for exploring. Nearby are vibrant dining and nightlife options. Visit the cultural sites like Marquette Park and the Tuskegee Air Museum, and the Miller Beach Arts Creative District for boutique shopping and arts. Convenient access to South Shore train line, highways, and tollways completes the package. Miller stands unparalleled in its offerings! Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional lease property. Miller is served by the South shore train line, 80/94, I 65 & the Indiana Tollway system.

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NO SMOKING ANYWHERE ON PREMISES.

FIRE PLACE NOT TO BE USED.
8303 Locust Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,060 sqft single-family home in Marquette Park. It last sold for $65,000 on Jul 31, 2006 (3,150% above the $2,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2025 with an asking price of $2,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 14, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $320,500, with a rent estimate of $1,784/month.

Home Details for 8303 Locust Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Lawn
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 8303 Locust Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1052 N Union St, Gary, IN
0.32
Single-Family Home
$45,000
10/21/25
3
3
1,346 sqft
717 N Randolph St, Gary, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$335,000
09/08/26
4
2
2,113 sqft
8411 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN
0.35
Single-Family Home
$203,500
05/29/26
3
1.5
2,471 sqft
1140 N Shelby St, Gary, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$350,000
12/03/25
4
2
2,250 sqft
8210 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN
0.26
Single-Family Home
$160,000
09/14/26
3
1
2,168 sqft
8400 Forest Ave, Gary, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$370,000
03/25/26
4
2
2,416 sqft
8120 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$272,723
02/03/26
4
2
2,256 sqft
1060 N Vanderburg St, Gary, IN
0.38
Single-Family Home
$289,900
07/14/26
3
2
2,204 sqft
7800 Juniper Ave, Gary, IN
0.33
Single-Family Home
$250,000
04/20/26
2
1.5
2,132 sqft
7809 Indian Boundary, Gary, IN
0.32
Single-Family Home
$245,000
01/22/26
4
2
2,756 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Marquette Park

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,784/mo
Average rent
$1.75K
$95MoM
Available listings
6
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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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 14, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,000
Jul 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,000
Jul 31, 2006
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #158309
Sold
$65,000

Frequently asked questions about 8303 Locust Ave

  • What is 8303 Locust Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8303 Locust Ave in Gary, IN is $320,500.
  • What is the price history for 8303 Locust Ave?
    8303 Locust Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $65,000 in July 2006.
  • 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 8303 Locust Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8303 Locust Ave in Gary, IN has air conditioning.
  • Does 8303 Locust Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8303 Locust Ave in Gary, IN has in-unit laundry.

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