5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Extra storage space
- Fully renovated throughout
- Multiple walk-in closets
- Basement laundry room
Location
1040 Polk St, Gary, IN 46402, USA|Midtown
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Property Overview
Located just 0.16 miles from public transport and in proximity to a top-rated middle school, this property combines convenience with modern living. Enhanced by fully renovated interiors featuring multiple walk-in closets and a basement laundry room, it also offers extra storage space. Outdoor areas provide opportunities for pet-friendly living, complemented by a comprehensive visual showcase through 20 available photos.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1040 Polk St, Midtown
Features
| Air Conditioning | Furnished |
| Hardwood Floor | Walk-in Closet |
| Washer |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Controlled Building |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Lawn | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
Other
| Designated Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1040 Polk St
Property Id: 2388946 Beautiful 4-bedrooms, 2-baths brick home on a large corner lot. Fully renovated throughout! Features include a basement laundry room, multiple walk-in closets, and extra storage space. A solid, move-in-ready home with plenty of room inside and out.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1040 Polk St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 4 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Address details
| Neighborhood | Midtown |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 46402 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Midtown
Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Midtown
Gary
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $739 |
| May 2024 | $825 |
| June 2024 | $800 |
| July 2024 | $732 |
| August 2024 | $802 |
| September 2024 | $775 |
| October 2024 | $746 |
| November 2024 | $730 |
| December 2024 | $750 |
| January 2025 | $784 |
| February 2025 | $837 |
| March 2025 | $835 |
| April 2025 | $850 |
| May 2025 | $850 |
| June 2025 | $850 |
| July 2025 | $850 |
| August 2025 | $829 |
| September 2025 | $813 |
| October 2025 | $826 |
| November 2025 | $812 |
| December 2025 | $800 |
| January 2026 | $811 |
| February 2026 | $823 |
| March 2026 | $819 |
| April 2026 | $875 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $750 |
| December 2024 | $750 |
| January 2025 | $750 |
| February 2025 | $750 |
| April 2025 | $725 |
| November 2025 | $783 |
| December 2025 | $804 |
| January 2026 | $823 |
| February 2026 | $810 |
| March 2026 | $800 |
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Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$68,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $1,700 |
Schools near 1040 Polk St
Beveridge Elementary School
1234 cleveland st
gary, IN, 46404
K-5Public
D
Frankie Woods McCullough Academy
1110 w 21st ave
gary, IN, 46407
PK, K-5Public
D+
Daniel Hale Williams Elementary School
1320 e 19th ave
gary, IN, 46407
K-5Public
D+
Bethune Early Childhood Development Center
2367 e 21st ave
gary, IN, 46407
PK, KPublic
C
Gary Virtual Academy
1800 e 35th ave
gary, IN, 46409
K-12Public
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Internet available near 1040 Polk St
Getting around Gary near 1040 Polk St
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1040 Polk St, Gary
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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