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GARY, IN 46402

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lake County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇧ 106.7% vs 15 last year
Pending
5
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$127,000
⇩ 13.5% vs $146,750 last year
Average Price
$122,922
⇩ 18.5% vs $150,754 last year
Days on Market
89
⇧ 93.5% vs 46 days last year

Market Context

Population: 5,873  ·  Density: 268.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $26,101

Typical home value: $76,327  ·  Homeownership: 42.1%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The GARY, IN real estate market (46402) currently shows 31 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 89 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 89 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13.5% year-over-year, from $146,750 to $127,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 15 last year
  • Days on market: 89 now vs 46 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $127,000 (-13.5% YoY)
  • Average: $122,922 (-18.5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 13.4 miles — 898 listings ($285,457,667 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
46402Gary, IN 464020.0 mi31$3,810,582$127,000$122,922
46404Gary, IN 464042.8 mi58$9,217,766$165,000$158,927
46406Gary, IN 464063.9 mi26$4,045,730$170,000$155,605
46405Lake Station, IN 464054.4 mi38$6,947,008$179,900$182,816
46323Hammond, IN 463236.4 mi43$9,133,673$214,900$212,411
46319Griffith, IN 463197.6 mi34$9,141,070$265,900$268,855
46342Hobart, IN 463427.9 mi106$30,111,950$272,450$284,075
46320Hammond, IN 463208.5 mi23$5,353,388$214,950$232,756
46410Merrillville, IN 464108.9 mi129$38,486,892$272,000$298,348
46321Munster, IN 463219.9 mi79$36,635,065$379,000$463,735
46375Schererville, IN 4637510.3 mi85$32,242,285$349,900$379,321
60438Lansing, IL 6043811.7 mi144$30,962,160$211,000$215,015
46373Saint John, IN 4637313.4 mi102$69,370,098$644,900$680,099

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GARY, IN 46402?

As of January 2026, there are 31 active listings in GARY, IN (zip code 46402), compared to 15 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GARY, IN 46402?

The median listing price in GARY, IN 46402 is $127,000 as of January 2026, a 13.5% decrease from $146,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in GARY, IN?

Homes in GARY, IN 46402 spend an average of 89 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 46 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GARY, IN 46402?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GARY, IN 46402 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 89 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in GARY, IN?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GARY, IN 46402 save an estimated $2,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $127,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.