
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerson Neighborhood of Gary, IN from $800 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Emerson area of Gary.


Al Thomas Senior High Rise

Gary NSA V

2561 Harrison St

501-507 W 11th Ave
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1404 Jackson

2688 Jefferson St

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Genesis Towers Senior Highrise
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Emerson, Gary, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Studio Apartments | $463 | $200 | $828 |
| Emerson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $856 | $200 | $1,080 |
| Emerson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,007 | $865 | $1,250 |
| Emerson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $1,200 | $1,450 |
| Emerson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $1,350 | $1,580 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Emerson Neighborhood of Gary, IN.
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Cheapest Available Emerson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerson area of Gary, IN is a 4 Beds unit found at Gary NSA V priced from $200. Al Thomas Senior High Rise has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $200. Here are the most affordable Emerson apartments for rent in Gary, IN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary NSA V | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,1BA | $200 |
| Al Thomas Senior High Rise | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $200 |
| Westbrook Apartments | 1BR - APT | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson, IN
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerson area is the $1.45 price per square foot 762 Harrison St Model at 762 Harrison St, Unit 1 in the in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Emerson apartment is the 1052 Tyler St Model at 1052 Tyler St starting at $1,350 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Liverpool neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 762 Harrison St, Unit 1 | 762 Harrison St | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 1052 Tyler St | 1052 Tyler St | 4BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Gary NSA V | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| Al Thomas Senior High Rise | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.38 |
| Westbrook Apartments | 2BR-FLT | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerson Apartment is $200 at Gary NSA V.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emerson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emerson is starting from $200 at Gary NSA V.
What is the most affordable Emerson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Emerson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gary NSA V and starts from $200.
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