
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tolleston Neighborhood of Gary, IN from $800 (14 Rentals)
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Al Thomas Senior High Rise

Gary NSA V

Ridge Road Mobile Home Community

2556 Mount St

3330 Pierce St

2561 Harrison St
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700 Broadway

501-507 W 11th Ave

2688 Jefferson St

1404 Jackson

Oak Knoll Renaissance

Rosewood Apartments

Park West
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Tolleston, Gary, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tolleston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tolleston Studio Apartments | $463 | $200 | $828 |
| Tolleston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $11,589 | $200 | $10,000+ |
| Tolleston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $865 | $2,882 |
| Tolleston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $1,200 | $2,280 |
| Tolleston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $1,580 | $1,580 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tolleston Neighborhood of Gary, IN.
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Cheapest Available Tolleston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tolleston 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 Tolleston 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 |
| Park West | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath NO PATIO OR BALCONY (672 sqft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tolleston, IN
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tolleston 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 Tolleston apartment is the 1052 Tyler St Model at 1052 Tyler St starting at $1,600 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Liverpool neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tolleston 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 | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Park West | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Ground Level w Patio (728 sqft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Gary NSA V | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 2155 W 9th Ave, Unit Nineth | 2155 W 9th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Al Thomas Senior High Rise | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.38 |
| Westbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTolleston, Gary, IN
Ranked #7
Among cities in Indiana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tolleston Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tolleston?
The cheapest apartment in Tolleston is Gary NSA V which is listed at $200, while the average apartment in Tolleston costs $1,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tolleston?
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 3 regular apartments in Tolleston 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 Tolleston?
Cheap apartments in Tolleston have an average cost of $206 which is $1,394 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tolleston.
Expert Rental Resources
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