8518 Locust Ave, Gary, IN 46403
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OFF MARKET

$227,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,520 sqft

8518 Locust Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Marquette Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,479/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 17, 2015 for $40,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$227K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$18K (+8.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$187K (+466.8%)
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 +87% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$227K
August 2026$228K
July 2026$225K
June 2026$229K
May 2026$232K
April 2026$228K
March 2026$218K
February 2026$214K
January 2026$206K
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
1052 N Union St, Gary, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$45,000
10/21/25
3
3
1,346
8632 Oak Ave, Gary, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$387,500
04/30/26
2
2
1,440
8210 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN
0.36
Single-Family Home
$160,000
09/14/26
3
1
2,168
910 N Vanderburg St, Gary, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$249,900
01/16/26
2
1
1,336
8000 Maple Ave, Gary, IN
0.34
Single-Family Home
$275,000
05/01/26
2
2
1,226
1060 N Vanderburg St, Gary, IN
0.23
Single-Family Home
$289,900
07/14/26
3
2
2,204
1140 N Shelby St, Gary, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$350,000
12/03/25
4
2
2,250
8641 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN
0.34
Single-Family Home
$163,000
01/07/26
4
1
3,004
1045 N Shelby St, Gary, IN
0.14
Single-Family Home
$291,000
12/03/25
2
2.5
1,250
7800 Juniper Ave, Gary, IN
0.48
Single-Family Home
$250,000
04/20/26
2
1.5
2,132

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
8530 Locust Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.02
$302,300
3
2.5
2,355
Off Market
8530 Locust St, Gary, IN 46403
0.02
$254,100
3
1.5
1,640
Off Market
8500 Locust St, Gary, IN 46403
0.03
$287,800
3
2
1,677
Off Market
8614-26 Indian Boundary Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.10
$30,000
-
-
-
For Sale
8601 Maple St, Gary, IN 46403
0.06
$252,100
3
2
-
Off Market
801 N Shelby St, Gary, IN 46403
0.10
$280,000
2
2
1,600
For Sale
8602 Maple Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.08
$279,000
2
1.5
1,303
For Sale
1033 N Sullivan St, Gary, IN 46403
0.10
$315,400
2
2
1,966
Off Market
682 Tippecanoe St, Gary, IN 46403
0.15
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1020 N Shelby Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.11
$448,800
3
3
2,064
Off Market
8511 Oak Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.13
$444,800
3
5.5
2,440
Off Market
8501 Oak Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.13
$454,900
2
2
3,000
For Sale

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 1951
1,520 sqft
$149/sqft
Garage

About this House

COZY BRICK CAPE COD THAT FEATURES 2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH, FIREPLACE IN THE LIVING ROOM, AND A 1 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE. SOLD AS IS. BUYER TO TAKE ON CITY REPAIRS & PUT UP ESCROW IF REQUIRED. NO DISCLOSURES, NO SURVEY OR TERMITE PROVIDED. PRESENT DETAILED PRE-QUAL OR PROOF OF FUNDS WITH OFFER. EM CERTIFIED FUNDS ONLY. PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL OFFERS, FAX OVER ALL OFFERS.
8518 Locust Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,520 sqft single-family home in Marquette Park, built in 1951. It last sold for $40,000 on Jun 17, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $227,000, with a rent estimate of $1,374/month.

Home Details for 8518 Locust Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5623 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 17, 2015
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #359782
Sold
$40,000
May 23, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$44,900
Price decreased by 10%
May 17, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$49,900
Apr 3, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$49,900
Mar 20, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$49,900
Price decreased by 9%

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

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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 8518 Locust Ave

  • What is 8518 Locust Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8518 Locust Ave in Gary, IN is $227,000.
  • What is the price history for 8518 Locust Ave?
    8518 Locust Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $40,000 in June 2015.
  • 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 8518 Locust Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8518 Locust Ave in Gary, IN has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 8518 Locust Ave?
    The lot at 8518 Locust Ave in Gary, IN is about 0.13 acres (5,624 sq ft).

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