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GARY, IN 46403

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lake County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
54
⇧ 38.5% vs 39 last year
Pending
13
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$221,000
⇧ 9.9% vs $201,150 last year
Average Price
$248,200
⇧ 5.1% vs $236,237 last year
Days on Market
68
⇩ 17.1% vs 82 days last year

Market Context

Population: 10,875  ·  Density: 459.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $44,315

Typical home value: $145,196  ·  Homeownership: 48.9%

Market Analysis

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

The GARY, IN real estate market (46403) currently shows 54 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 9.9% year-over-year, from $201,150 to $221,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 54 this year vs 39 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $221,000 (+9.9% YoY)
  • Average: $248,200 (+5.1% 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 15.2 miles — 1,129 listings ($360,568,208 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
46403Gary, IN 464030.0 mi54$13,402,800$221,000$248,200
46402Gary, IN 464023.9 mi31$3,810,582$127,000$122,922
46368Portage, IN 463684.3 mi130$46,048,600$329,000$354,220
46342Hobart, IN 463426.2 mi106$30,111,950$272,450$284,075
46408Gary, IN 464087.2 mi52$8,174,556$165,000$157,203
46410Merrillville, IN 464109.5 mi129$38,486,892$272,000$298,348
46319Griffith, IN 4631910.2 mi34$9,141,070$265,900$268,855
46304Chesterton, IN 4630410.8 mi115$53,640,715$369,400$466,441
46385Valparaiso, IN 4638512.0 mi190$104,446,610$448,500$549,719
46324Hammond, IN 4632412.7 mi39$7,980,414$197,450$204,626
46327Hammond, IN 4632713.1 mi18$3,605,400$185,000$200,300
46394Whiting, IN 4639413.6 mi32$8,589,696$249,999$268,428
60409Calumet City, IL 6040915.2 mi199$33,128,923$170,000$166,477

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GARY, IN 46403?

As of January 2026, there are 54 active listings in GARY, IN (zip code 46403), compared to 39 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GARY, IN 46403?

The median listing price in GARY, IN 46403 is $221,000 as of January 2026, a 9.9% increase from $201,150 the prior year.

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

Homes in GARY, IN 46403 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GARY, IN 46403?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GARY, IN 46403 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 82 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 46403 save an estimated $4,420 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $221,000. 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.