Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gary, IN from $400 (15 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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Gary, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gary, IN

Pricing Updated: 12/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Gary, IN area range in price from $695 to $3,000 with an overall median price of $1,587. The three Gary neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Aetna at $1,000, Downtown Gary at $800, and Midtown Gary at $825. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gary Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Aetna$1,387$1,0007
Downtown Gary$1,400$8003
Midtown Gary$1,400$82521
Pulaski$1,400$9759
Westside$1,447$9509
Brunswick$1,495$1,2006
Miller$1,495$1,0009
Tolleston$1,699$90015
Ambridge Horace Mann$1,700$1,7001
Emerson$1,800$9504

Cheapest Available Gary Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gary, IN is a 3 Beds unit found at Duneland Village Apartments in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood priced from $542. Gary NSA V in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $698. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gary apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Duneland Village Apartments3 Bedroom Townhouse Tax Credit***3BR,1BA$542
Gary NSA VStudioStudio,1BA$698
La Vue Lake ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$818
Westbrook Apartments2BR-FLT2BR,1BA$865
Morton Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gary, IN

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gary area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Duneland Village Apartments in the in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood starting from $1,500. 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.
Duneland Village Apartments3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,1.5BA$1.22
Meadowlane Apartments2BR/ 1BA2BR,1BA$1.08
762 Harrison St, Unit 1762 Harrison St3BR,1BA$1.45
2154 Roosevelt Pl, Unit 12154 Roosevelt Pl2BR,1BA$1.30
1550 Richard Gordon Hatcher Blvd, Unit Apt A1550 Richard Gordon Hatcher Blvd3BR,1BA$1.50
4420 W Ridge Rd, Unit Trailer4420 W Ridge Rd2BR,1BA$1.12
Morton Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.28
Birchwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
The Ridge ApartmentsFir1BR,1BA$1.50
Gary NSA VStudioStudio ,1BA$1.42

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Getting Around Gary, IN

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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 Cheapest Studio apartment in Gary?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gary is at Gary NSA V listed at $698.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gary Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gary Apartment is $847 at Gary NSA V.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gary Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gary is starting from $865 at Westbrook Apartments.

What is the most affordable Gary Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Gary Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Duneland Village Apartments and starts from $542.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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.