Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gary, IN from $400 (23 Rentals)

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Lancaster Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Lancaster Apartments

2122 Virginia StGary, IN 46407
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Concord Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Concord Commons

2002 Hanley StGary, IN 46406
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Parkwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

1005 W 35th AveGary, IN 46408
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3615 Grand
1 Bedroom Apartments

3615 Grand

3615 GrandEast Chicago, IN 46312
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Bon Aire Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bon Aire Apartments

2601 W 61st PlMerrillville, IN 46410
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Greenbriar Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenbriar Apartments

3510 173rd StHammond, IN 46323
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Divine Properties
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Divine Properties

816 E 38th PlGriffith, IN 46319
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Camelot Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Camelot Apartments

6423 Kennedy AveHammond, IN 46323
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204 Lafayette Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

204 Lafayette Avenue

204 N Lafayette StGriffith, IN 46319
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Grand Orchard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Orchard

3605 Orchard DrHammond, IN 46323
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Gary, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gary, IN

Pricing Updated: 10/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Gary, IN area range in price from $760 to $4,626 with an overall median price of $1,803. The three Gary neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Gary at $760, Emerson at $760, and Pulaski at $760. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gary Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Gary$1,370$76016
Emerson$1,370$76016
Pulaski$1,385$76025
Midtown Gary$1,422$8004
Miller$1,519$81810
Aetna$1,575$81811
Tolleston$1,725$76063
Brunswick$1,750$86512
Glen Park$1,800$1,0508
Ambridge Horace Mann$1,950$76020

Cheapest Available Gary Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gary, IN is a Studio unit found at Gary NSA V in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood priced from $698. La Vue Lake Apartments in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $818. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gary apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gary NSA VStudioStudio,1BA$698
La Vue Lake ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$818
Westbrook Apartments2BR-FLT2BR,1BA$865
Morton Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$895
Birchwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gary, IN

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gary area is the $1.09 price per square foot G Model at Cherry Hill Apartment Homes in the in the Garyton neighborhood starting from $1,435. The second greatest value Gary apartment is the 2BR/ 1BA Model at Meadowlane Apartments starting at $1,120 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Liverpool neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gary apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cherry Hill Apartment HomesG3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Meadowlane Apartments2BR/ 1BA2BR,1BA$1.08
Duneland Village Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.42
Orchard Park2x1AR2BR,1BA$1.55
4420 W Ridge Rd4420 W Ridge Rd2BR,1BA$1.12
Morton Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.28
Birchwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
The Ridge ApartmentsFir1BR,1BA$1.50
Tiberon Trails1x1A1BR,1BA$1.64
Gary NSA VStudioStudio ,1BA$1.42

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Getting Around Gary, IN

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gary Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gary?

The cheapest apartment in Gary is Gary NSA V which is listed at $847, while the average apartment in Gary costs $1,803.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gary?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Gary that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Gary?

Cheap apartments in Gary have an average cost of $560 which is $1,243 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gary.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.