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

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Gary, IN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gary, IN

Pricing Updated: 10/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Gary, IN area range in price from $760 to $4,450 with an overall median price of $1,825. 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$1,587$81811
Brunswick$1,750$86512
Glen Park$1,800$1,0504
Ambridge Horace Mann$1,950$76020
Tolleston$1,979$76065

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
The Ridge ApartmentsFir1BR,1BA$975
Meadowlane Apartments2BR/ 1BA2BR,1BA$1,120
Duneland Village Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse Tax Credit***2BR,1BA$1,120
Crestview Apartment HomesD-1BR1BR,1BA$1,138

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gary, IN

As of October 29, 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
5271 Concord Ave, Unit Unit A5271 Concord Ave2BR,1BA$1.38
Tiberon Trails2x1E2BR,1BA$1.42
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
Gary NSA VStudioStudio ,1BA$1.42

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gary

What type of rentals are currently available in Gary?

There are currently 197 Apartments for Rent in Gary, IN with pricing that ranges from $760 to $4,450. There are also 108 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gary ranging from $700 to $5,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gary?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gary ranges from $700 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,205.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gary?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gary range from $1,000 to $4,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $5,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,370.

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.