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Highlights

  • Tile flooring
  • Updated kitchen
  • Newly renovated
  • Conveniently located near
  • Some shared off street parking

Location

1514 W 5th Ave, Gary, IN 46402, USA|Downtown Gary
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Management

VILGAR Property Management

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(219) 484-2228

Property Overview

1514 W 5th Ave offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and updated living, with an 8.4 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent price value, solid amenities, and a highly rated location. Key features include tile flooring, an updated kitchen, recent renovation, and some shared off-street parking, while the nearby top-rated middle school is about 4.21 miles away.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1514 W 5th Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1514 W 5th Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$900 /mo1 unit availableNewly Renovated • 2 Bedrooms • 1 Bathroom Unit Charming, clean, and thoughtfully updated—this move-in-ready unit offers comfort, privacy, and modern finishes throughout. Location: 1514 W 5th Ave - Apt 1 Gary, IN 46402 Section 8 Welcomed Season Special: 1/2 OFF 1st Month! Rental Details • Monthly Rent w/ Water & Trash: $975 Rent: $900 Water & Trash: $75 • Security Deposit: $975 • Utility Deposit: $300 • Application Fee: $50 • Credit Requirement: 560+ • Utilities: Tenant Pays Utilities • Lease Term: Standard 24-Month Lease • $200 Tenant Referral Bonus Policies • Strict no pet policy • Strict no smoking policy • Unemployment not accepted as income • Se Habla Español Sizzle Features ✅ Refrigerator & stove present ✅ Updated kitchen with fresh layout ✅ Tile flooring in kitchen & bathroom includes tile shower surround ✅ New refinished, Hardwood flooring throughout ✅ Freshly painted with clean, modern finishes ✅ Some shared off street parking Conveniently Located Near ✅ School routes & 4 local colleges ✅ Food, gas, shopping & casinos ✅ Major expressways for easy commuting ✅ Across the street from McDonald’s -- Recién Renovada • 2 Dormitorios • 1 Baño Encantadora, limpia y cuidadosamente actualizada; esta unidad lista para mudarse ofrece comodidad, privacidad y acabados modernos en todo el espacio. Ubicación: 1514 W 5th Ave - Apt 1 Gary, IN 46402 Se acepta Sección 8 Especial de Temporada: ¡1/2 MES GRATIS el primer mes! Detalles de renta • Renta mensual con agua y basura: $975 Renta: $900 Agua y basura: $75 • Depósito de seguridad: $975 • Depósito de servicios públicos: $300 • Tarifa de solicitud: $50 • Requisito de crédito: 560+ • Servicios públicos: El inquilino paga los servicios públicos • Duración del contrato: Contrato estándar de 24 meses • Bono de referencia para inquilinos: $200 Políticas • Estricta política de no mascotas • Estricta política de no fumar • El desempleo no se acepta como ingreso • Se Habla Español Características destacadas ✅ Refrigerador y estufa incluidos ✅ Cocina actualizada con una distribución renovada ✅ Piso de azulejo en la cocina y el baño, incluyendo paredes de ducha revestidas con azulejo ✅ Pisos de madera renovados y restaurados en toda la unidad ✅ Recién pintada con acabados limpios y modernos ✅ Algunos espacios de estacionamiento compartido fuera de la calle Convenientemente ubicado cerca de ✅ Rutas escolares y 4 universidades locales ✅ Comida, gasolina, tiendas y casinos ✅ Principales autopistas para facilitar los desplazamientos ✅ Frente a McDonald’s

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Newly Renovated • 2 Bedrooms • 1 Bathroom Unit Charming, clean, and thoughtfully updated—this move-in-ready unit offers comfort, privacy, and modern finishes throughout. Location: 1514 W 5th Ave - Apt 1 Gary, IN 46402 Section 8 Welcomed Season Special: 1/2 OFF 1st Month! Rental Details • Monthly Rent w/ Water & Trash: $975 Rent: $900 Water & Trash: $75 • Security Deposit: $975 • Utility Deposit: $300 • Application Fee: $50 • Credit Requirement: 560+ • Utilities: Tenant Pays Utilities • Lease Term: Standard 24-Month Lease • $200 Tenant Referral Bonus Policies • Strict no pet policy • Strict no smoking policy • Unemployment not accepted as income • Se Habla Español Sizzle Features ✅ Refrigerator & stove present ✅ Updated kitchen with fresh layout ✅ Tile flooring in kitchen & bathroom includes tile shower surround ✅ New refinished, Hardwood flooring throughout ✅ Freshly painted with clean, modern finishes ✅ Some shared off street parking Conveniently Located Near ✅ School routes & 4 local colleges ✅ Food, gas, shopping & casinos ✅ Major expressways for easy commuting ✅ Across the street from McDonald’s -- Recién Renovada • 2 Dormitorios • 1 Baño Encantadora, limpia y cuidadosamente actualizada; esta unidad lista para mudarse ofrece comodidad, privacidad y acabados modernos en todo el espacio. Ubicación: 1514 W 5th Ave - Apt 1 Gary, IN 46402 Se acepta Sección 8 Especial de Temporada: ¡1/2 MES GRATIS el primer mes! Detalles de renta • Renta mensual con agua y basura: $975 Renta: $900 Agua y basura: $75 • Depósito de seguridad: $975 • Depósito de servicios públicos: $300 • Tarifa de solicitud: $50 • Requisito de crédito: 560+ • Servicios públicos: El inquilino paga los servicios públicos • Duración del contrato: Contrato estándar de 24 meses • Bono de referencia para inquilinos: $200 Políticas • Estricta política de no mascotas • Estricta política de no fumar • El desempleo no se acepta como ingreso • Se Habla Español Características destacadas ✅ Refrigerador y estufa incluidos ✅ Cocina actualizada con una distribución renovada ✅ Piso de azulejo en la cocina y el baño, incluyendo paredes de ducha revestidas con azulejo ✅ Pisos de madera renovados y restaurados en toda la unidad ✅ Recién pintada con acabados limpios y modernos ✅ Algunos espacios de estacionamiento compartido fuera de la calle Convenientemente ubicado cerca de ✅ Rutas escolares y 4 universidades locales ✅ Comida, gasolina, tiendas y casinos ✅ Principales autopistas para facilitar los desplazamientos ✅ Frente a McDonald’s


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1514 W 5th Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1514 W 5th Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1514 W 5th Ave
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1514 W 5th Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1514 W 5th Ave is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1514 W 5th Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1514 W 5th Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 1514 W 5th Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 4 miles away

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Rent trends in Downtown Gary

2-bedroom apartments at 1514 W 5th Ave cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Downtown Gary.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Downtown Gary
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A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Gary
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$992
September 2024$1,029
October 2024$1,056
November 2024$1,080
December 2024$1,031
January 2025$986
February 2025$973
March 2025$980
April 2025$988
May 2025$984
June 2025$984
July 2025$984
August 2025$1,017
September 2025$984
October 2025$984
November 2025$984
December 2025$994
January 2026$1,034
February 2026$1,056
March 2026$1,024
April 2026$1,018
May 2026$1,000
June 2026$1,038
July 2026$1,093
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Gary
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$984
May 2025$984
June 2025$984
July 2025$984
August 2025$984
September 2025$984
October 2025$984
November 2025$984
December 2025$984
January 2026$1,024
February 2026$1,024
March 2026$1,024
April 2026$1,024

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$36,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $900.
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Schools near 1514 W 5th Ave

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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Getting around Gary near 1514 W 5th Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1514 W 5th Ave, Gary

Groceries

6/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive

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