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Rental Market Trends in Gary, IN

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Gary, IN is $829/month.

Rent in Gary is 50% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$829/month

Average Rent

581 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.9%

Change / Year

224

Available Apartments

Gary rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Gary average $863 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Gary average $829 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Gary average $998 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Gary average $1,320 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$863/month
430 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$829/month
581 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$998/month
757 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,320/month
1,110 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,239/month
577 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,422/month
784 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,840/month
1,300 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Gary, IN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.9%, which averages out to $33 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Gary, IN

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Gary, IN
Percentage*
Rent Range
6% Below $700/month
75% $700 - $1,000/month
19% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Gary?

Based on current rent prices, Black Oak is the most affordable neighborhood in Gary.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Black Oak
$1,374/month
703 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Gary?

Based on current rent prices, Black Oak is the most expensive neighborhood in Gary.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Black Oak
$1,374/month
703 Sq Ft

Which Gary neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Gary with the most apartments available is Black Oak .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Black Oak
$1,374/month
703 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Gary, IN?

Because the average rent in Gary is $829, you’ll want to make about $2,763 per month or $33,156 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Gary, IN

224 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Gary, IN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Gary, IN to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Black Oak

Gary, IN

Black Oak

Gary, IN

Studio
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One Bedroom
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Two Bedroom
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Three Bedroom
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Hobart

    Hobart

    Avg Rent: $1,171/month

  • Griffith

    Griffith

    Avg Rent: $1,073/month

  • Highland

    Highland

    Avg Rent: $1,570/month

  • Merrillville

    Merrillville

    Avg Rent: $1,352/month

  • East Chicago

    East Chicago

    Avg Rent: $524/month

  • Portage

    Portage

    Avg Rent: $1,123/month

  • Hammond

    Hammond

    Avg Rent: $1,154/month

Apartment Communities in Gary We Think You'll Love

Kennedy Crossing Apartments

Kennedy Crossing Apartments

3400 Stevens Ct,
Hammond, IN 46323

Studio - 3 Beds | $899 - $1,899

Park West

Park West

1818 Park West Blvd,
Griffith, IN 46319

1-4 Beds | $1,179 - $2,327

La Vue Lake Apartments

La Vue Lake Apartments

440 N Lake St,
Gary, IN 46403

Studio - 3 Beds | $897 - $1,550

The Ridge

The Ridge

1718 W 55th Ave,
Merrillville, IN 46410

1-2 Beds | $1,105 - $1,350

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Gary?

The average rent in Gary is $829 per month, which is 50.2% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Gary?

The average rent for a house in Gary, IN is $1,422 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Gary?

Rents in Gary, IN are increasing, with prices up 3.9% year-over-year and $33 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Gary?

In Gary, IN, 75% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Indiana Gary Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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