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Highlights
Pet Friendly
Location
6856 Van Buren St, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA
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Levinson Properties
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Property Overview
No breed or pet restrictions, along with nearby pet grooming, a pet hospital, and pet supply stores, support a pet-friendly lifestyle. Nearby conveniences and practical local resources add to the property’s overall appeal.
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
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Central heat
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 6856 Van Buren St
Features
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Heat | Heating |
| Washer/Dryer Hookups |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Alarm |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Smoke-free |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Breed restrictionsYes
Please contact management for pet policy details
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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About 6856 Van Buren St
Welcome to this completely remodeled 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home in Merrillville, Indiana! This move-in-ready property features modern updates throughout, premium vinyl flooring, and a beautifully refreshed interior. The updated kitchen comes equipped with stainless steel appliances, offering a stylish and functional space for everyday living. Enjoy the convenience of an attached garage and a fenced backyard, perfect for outdoor relaxation, entertaining, or enjoying additional privacy. With its modern finishes, practical layout, and desirable features, this home offers comfort and style in a great Merrillville location. Don't miss the opportunity to make this beautifully updated home yours!
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 6856 Van Buren St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.6 miles away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
- Central heat
- Climate controlled environment
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Priced higher than average
- 3-bedrooms are $400 more than the median rent in this area
Address details
| Zip code | 46410 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Merrillville
3-bedroom apartments at 6856 Van Buren St cost about 24% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Merrillville.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Merrillville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,759 |
| December 2024 | $1,720 |
| January 2025 | $1,668 |
| February 2025 | $1,706 |
| March 2025 | $1,770 |
| April 2025 | $1,812 |
| May 2025 | $1,900 |
| June 2025 | $1,981 |
| July 2025 | $1,868 |
| August 2025 | $2,000 |
| September 2025 | $1,809 |
| October 2025 | $1,718 |
| November 2025 | $1,922 |
| December 2025 | $1,800 |
| January 2026 | $1,721 |
| February 2026 | $1,962 |
| March 2026 | $1,967 |
| April 2026 | $1,828 |
| May 2026 | $1,786 |
| June 2026 | $1,793 |
| July 2026 | $1,872 |
| August 2026 | $2,024 |
| September 2026 | $1,992 |
| October 2026 | $1,905 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 6856 Van Buren St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$94,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $94,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,350.
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Schools near 6856 Van Buren St
Homer Iddings Elementary School
7249 vanburen st
merrillville, IN, 46410
PK, K-4Public
C+
Eagle Park Community School
2150 w 97th pl
crown point, IN, 46307
K-12Public
Gary Virtual Academy
1800 e 35th ave
gary, IN, 46409
K-12Public
Golden Bear Preschool
1115 e state rd 44
shelbyville, IN, 46176
PK, KPublic
Woodland Child Development Center
3027 j f mahoney dr
hammond, IN, 46323
PKPublic
Neighborhood
Getting around Merrillville near 6856 Van Buren St
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 6856 Van Buren St, Merrillville
Groceries
4/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
8/10
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
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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Family Dollar
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Work Clothing Co Inc
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Citi Trends
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Orange Julius
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Lake Station Donuts Inc
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Dunkin'
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Starbucks
725 W 81st Ave
7 Brew Coffee
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R-Place
65 W 68th Pl
Maxim's Restaurant & Lounge
7205 Broadway
Hydad's
31 W 80th Pl
Karma Cigar Bar
850 W 81st Ave
Catch Table & Tap
500 E 81st Ave
Manoli's Busy Bee Inc
15 W 80th Pl
The Peach Cobbler Factory
610 W 81st Ave
Fisherman Seafood
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Angel Cakes LLC
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Forest
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Dairy Queen
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