8619 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
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OFF MARKET

$361,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,352 sqft (on 0.79 acres)

8619 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403

Marquette Park
Est. Refi. Payment $2,230/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 15, 2011 for $199,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$361K
Since last month
Decreased$9K (-2.4%)
Since last year
Increased$19K (+5.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$159K (+79.5%)
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 +118% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$359K
August 2026$359K
July 2026$368K
June 2026$361K
May 2026$366K
April 2026$357K
March 2026$346K
February 2026$334K
January 2026$327K
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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
8411 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN
0.16
Single-Family Home
$203,500
05/29/26
3
1.5
2,471
540 N Tippecanoe Pl, Gary, IN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$320,000
10/03/25
4
2
2,518
8400 Forest Ave, Gary, IN
0.12
Single-Family Home
$370,000
03/25/26
4
2
2,416
8120 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$272,723
02/03/26
4
2
2,256
1050 N Vermillion St, Gary, IN
0.44
Single-Family Home
$350,000
07/08/26
3
2
1,336
1060 N Vanderburg St, Gary, IN
0.42
Single-Family Home
$289,900
07/14/26
3
2
2,204
8641 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN
0.09
Single-Family Home
$163,000
01/07/26
4
1
3,004
910 N Vanderburg St, Gary, IN
0.31
Single-Family Home
$249,900
01/16/26
2
1
1,336
8000 Maple Ave, Gary, IN
0.48
Single-Family Home
$275,000
05/01/26
2
2
1,226
1045 N Shelby St, Gary, IN
0.39
Single-Family Home
$291,000
12/03/25
2
2.5
1,250

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
631 N Shelby St, Gary, IN 46403
0.07
$366,700
4
3.5
3,846
Off Market
8500 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.07
$463,500
3
2
3,116
Off Market
669 N Tippecanoe St, Gary, IN 46403
0.10
$456,500
3
2
2,704
Off Market
682 Tippecanoe St, Gary, IN 46403
0.11
-
-
-
-
Off Market
8611 Lakewood Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.07
$395,000
3
2
2,462
Off Market
8400 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.12
$370,000
4
2
2,416
Recently Sold
540 N Tippecanoe Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.13
$328,500
4
2
2,518
Off Market
8411 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.16
$203,500
3
1.5
2,471
Recently Sold
510 N Tippecanoe Pl, Gary, IN 46403
0.16
$423,500
4
2
3,032
Off Market
8614-26 Indian Boundary Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.21
$30,000
-
-
-
For Sale
801 N Shelby St, Gary, IN 46403
0.22
$280,000
2
2
1,600
For Sale
8234 Hickory Ave, Gary, IN 46403
0.20
$271,300
3
2.5
1,648
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1961
Lot Size
0.79 acres
Living Area
1,352 sqft
Price/Sqft
$267

About this House

This single-family home is located at 8619 Forest Ave, Gary, IN. 8619 Forest Ave is in the Marquette Park neighborhood in Gary, IN and in ZIP code 46403. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,352 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 34325.00 acres and was built in 1961.
8619 Forest Ave, Gary, IN 46403 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,352 sqft single-family home in Marquette Park, built in 1961. It last sold for $199,900 on Apr 15, 2011. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $361,000, with a rent estimate of $1,777/month.

Home Details for 8619 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Recreation Room
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Parking: Carport

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.79 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 15, 2011
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #280029
Sold
$199,900
Nov 23, 1999
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #584478
Sold
$132,200

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 8619 Forest Ave

  • What is 8619 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8619 Forest Ave in Gary, IN is $361,000.
  • What is the price history for 8619 Forest Ave?
    8619 Forest Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $199,900 in April 2011.
  • 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 8619 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8619 Forest Ave in Gary, IN has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 8619 Forest Ave?
    The lot at 8619 Forest Ave in Gary, IN is about 34325 acres.

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