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$250,578$111 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $244,294 on Feb 3, 2025

5937 FOREST AVE

GARY, IN 46403
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,262 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$251K
$222K low$279K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$244,294 · Feb 3, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,105 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$184,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$61,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$123,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$184,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLAKE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Banneker at Marquette Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming ArtsD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
West Side Leadership AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi

District: Gary Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46403These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,913
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,008 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,652
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,512
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

5937 Forest Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 70% of homes in Gary 46403
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Lake County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Gary 46403
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Gary 46403
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Gary 46403

What homes are worth in Gary 46403

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$43K$756K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Gary 46403.

How it measures up in Gary 46403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gary 46403.

Estimated value$250,578
CheaperTypical $165,986Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $115Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area2,262 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 5937 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGary 46403Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$250,57870% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11148% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,262 ft²85% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac79% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than195971% of homes46% of homes

About 5937 Forest Ave

How much is 5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN is $250,578 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $222,238 to $278,918. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN last sell?

5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN last sold on Feb 3, 2025 for $244,294, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN?

5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,262 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN built?

5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN?

5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN is assigned to Banneker at Marquette Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming Arts (middle), rated D+; West Side Leadership Academy (high), rated F. All sit in Gary Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN compare to other homes in Gary 46403?

Among the 4,499 homes in Gary 46403, it is worth more than 70% of them ($250,578 against a typical $165,986), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($111 against a typical $115), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,262 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1959 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 51% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5937 Forest Ave, Gary, IN was $2,105. The county assessed it at $184,800.

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