900 E 42nd Ave, Gary, IN 46409
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OFF MARKET

$127,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,372 sqft

900 E 42nd Ave, Gary, IN 46409

University Park
Est. Refi. Payment $860/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 10, 2021 for $55,501

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$127K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-3%)
Since last year
Increased$20K (+18.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$72K (+129.5%)
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 +647% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$127K
October 2026$127K
September 2026$131K
August 2026$132K
July 2026$131K
June 2026$135K
May 2026$133K
April 2026$129K
March 2026$118K
February 2026$118K
January 2026$114K
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
4055 Kentucky St, Gary, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$50,000
06/01/26
3
1
1,000
4021 Maryland St, Gary, IN
0.32
Single-Family Home
$68,500
07/28/26
2
1
1,344
4011 Vermont St, Gary, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$119,900
12/19/25
3
1
1,153
4327 Vermont Ct, Gary, IN
0.21
Single-Family Home
$123,600
05/20/26
3
1
1,567
4217 Maryland St, Gary, IN
0.25
Single-Family Home
$49,900
03/23/26
2
1
864
4377 Kentucky St, Gary, IN
0.30
Single-Family Home
$110,000
09/01/26
3
1
1,207
4049 Kentucky St, Gary, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$150,000
08/19/26
3
1
1,507
4341 Maryland St, Gary, IN
0.31
Single-Family Home
$59,000
11/24/25
2
1
864
4349 Carolina St, Gary, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$80,000
10/28/26
3
1.5
1,196
4001 Maryland St, Gary, IN
0.33
Single-Family Home
$62,000
12/18/25
3
2
1,124

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
912 E 42nd Ave, Gary, IN 46409
0.02
$160,500
4
2
2,036
Off Market
4170 Rhode Island St, Gary, IN 46409
0.03
$91,700
3
1
1,649
Off Market
4170 Rhode Is, Gary, IN 46402
0.03
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
4198 Rhode Island St, Gary, IN 46409
0.03
$88,000
3
1
1,300
Off Market
4198 Rhode Is, Gary, IN 46402
0.03
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
4198 Rhode Is, Gary, IN 46402
0.03
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
4152-66 Rhode Island St, Gary, IN 46409
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
4213 Rhode Island St, Gary, IN 46409
0.04
$500
2
-
840
Recently Sold
4200 Rhode Island St, Gary, IN 46409
0.04
-
2
2
1,536
Off Market
4200 Vermont St, Gary, IN 46409
0.05
$87,000
3
1
1,360
Off Market
4217 Rhode Island St, Gary, IN 46409
0.05
$500
2
-
883
Recently Sold
4208 Vermont St, Gary, IN 46409
0.05
$117,400
3
2
1,121
Off Market
4179 Georgia St, Gary, IN 46409
0.05
-
2
1
1,042
Off Market
4163 Georgia St, Gary, IN 46409
0.06
$52,300
2
1
826
Off Market
4228 Rhode Island St, Gary, IN 46409
0.06
$92,200
2
1
806
Off Market
4143 Georgia St, Gary, IN 46409
0.06
-
2
1
616
Off Market
4120-50 Rhode Island St, Gary, IN 46409
0.06
-
-
-
-
Off Market
4207 Georgia St, Gary, IN 46409
0.07
-
3
1
768
Off Market
4228 Vermont St, Gary, IN 46409
0.07
$65,800
2
1
744
Off Market
4237 Rhode Island St, Gary, IN 46409
0.07
-
1
1
598
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 900 E 42nd Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
1,372 sqft
$93/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Nice stoveSpacious homeLaundry room
This single-family home is located at 900 E 42nd Ave, Gary, IN. 900 E 42nd Ave is in the University Park neighborhood in Gary, IN and in ZIP code 46409. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,372 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 3680 sqft and was built in 1954.
900 E 42nd Ave, Gary, IN 46409 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,372 sqft single-family home in University Park, built in 1954. It last sold for $55,501 on Sep 10, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2024 with an asking price of $1,250 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 16, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $127,400, with a rent estimate of $1,515/month.

Home Details for 900 E 42nd Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 3
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3680 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 16, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Feb 20, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,095
Price decreased by 8%
Feb 13, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,195
Price decreased by 4%
Jan 18, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,250
Sep 10, 2021
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #499671
Sold
$55,501

Market trends in Gary

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$133K
$3.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.1%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$98
$0MoM
Available listings
342
38MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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Neighborhood Overview

University Park
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What Locals Say about University Park

At least 109 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 28 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 22 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • Ryleasha Coleman
    "Nothing we don’t have any community events around here the you hear is sirens Loud music no kids playing "
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  • Joci
    "I just moved here and already want to move back to another part of lake county that feels more safe and like home."
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  • ernest d eskridge
    "The neighborhood is wonderful there is nothing bad about this neighborhood whatsoever so ever the people are friendly "
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  • Trulia User
    "the abandoned homes make the neighborhood unique. I work in the area and meet interesting people. most people seem nice. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes they would. Lots of parks and space for owners to walk their dogs. There is even a walking trail near by."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s quiet and peaceful. I love my neighbors and the sense of community. I would recommend this community to anyone looking for a good place to raise your family."
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood is still in depression state from years of families moving out and leaving their homes. But the area is on the up and up with neighbors taking pride in their land and beautifying their lands. I have been here two years and enjoy it."
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  • Antoinette722
    "It is important that parents feel comfort moving into the home, your kids are safe, and it’s in the district of great area for children can play. "
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  • Lynceta G.
    "there's none unless you create for your family and friends. Election years politicians seeking office holds events and community meetings. l like it to be none intrusive."
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  • Monopoltizeent
    "Not a area that needs to be gentrified, we good with the way it is middle class urban community that dont want any change unless it benefits us that have lived here for years"
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  • Tamera W.
    "There are new businesses opening. I see homes that need tax and they would have great potential for new home owners. Most homes are very well kept and the neighbors are friendly "
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  • Emerson
    "It was ok. I think the neighbors didn't like me because i had two pit bull dogs, and one got out of the yard without my knowing. When i found out i retrieved him immediately, but i still sensed that the neighbors viewed me with disdain."
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  • Brandy K.
    "Somewhat easy on the week day, and on the weekend easy breezy. Love the area but would like to be somewhere way different "
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  • Cullen B.
    "Lived here 10 year and it’s not the worries and can stand to be a lot better but it’s not that bad either. "
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  • Michaelmimssr95
    "nothing about this place is unique gary needs work it's every where to many abandoned house some places you rent from be having mold problems "
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  • Michaelmimssr95
    "it's not gary needs alot of work to many abandoned houses and it need cleaning alot of trash every where you go and renting house of here is not good these landlord don't do nothing and it's to many schools closed down."
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Frequently asked questions about 900 E 42nd Ave

  • What is 900 E 42nd Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 900 E 42nd Ave in Gary, IN is $127,400.
  • What is the price history for 900 E 42nd Ave?
    900 E 42nd Ave in Gary, IN last sold for $55,501 in September 2021.
  • Is Gary a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gary is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Gary?
    The median sale price in Gary is $133K. That is down $3.83K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 900 E 42nd Ave?
    The lot at 900 E 42nd Ave in Gary, IN is about 0.08 acres (3,680 sq ft).
  • Does 900 E 42nd Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 900 E 42nd Ave in Gary, IN has a garage.

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