2157 E 20th Ave

1,240 Sq. Ft.
$42 / Sq. Ft.
1,240
Sq. Ft.
$42
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Investor's dream opportunity! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch with a 2-car detached garage has been fully gutted down to the studs, offering a true blank canvas for your next project--whether you're planning a fix-and-flip, rental, or custom renovation. Electrical, plumbing, and utilities are all currently turned on, making it easier to begin your rehab right away. Some newer windows are already installed, giving you a valuable head start. Located on an up-and-coming block with multiple nearby investor...Investor's dream opportunity! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch with a 2-car detached garage has been fully gutted down to the studs, offering a true blank canvas for your next project--whether you're planning a fix-and-flip, rental, or custom renovation. Electrical, plumbing, and utilities are all currently turned on, making it easier to begin your rehab right away. Some newer windows are already installed, giving you a valuable head start. Located on an up-and-coming block with multiple nearby investor remodels and just minutes from the Hard Rock Casino, this property offers strong potential for sweat equity and long-term value in a desirable single-level layout.
  1. Listed by Brittany Wolak • New Chapter Real Estate
    P: (219)-688-3943 C: (219)-688-3943 brittany@brittsrealestate.com

Property Details for 2157 East 20th Avenue

Subdivision
N/A
Garage # of Cars
2
LISTING UPDATED: 02/19/2026 05:03 PM

Property Details for 2157 East 20th Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #827025
Days on Market171
Taxes$401 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 2157 East 20th Avenue

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

Payment Calculator

$289 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$256

Property Taxes

$33

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2157 East 20th Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take 21st Avenue East to Missouri turn left, go to 20th Avenue and turn right, go to house.
  • City/Town: Gary
  • State: IN
  • Township: Calumet
  • ZIP: 46407
  • Latitude: 41.58
  • Longitude: -87.31
  • County: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $401.00
  • APN/Key #: Tbd
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Legal Description: CORRECTED PLAT OF MARSHALLTOWN ALL L.11 BL.8
Parking
  • Garage Description: Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 4,356.00
  • Square Footage: 1240.0
  • Square Footage Source: Owner
  • Acres: .10
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Lot Description: Back Yard
Utilities
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Levels: One
Interior Features
  • Appliances: None
  • Basement: No
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 0
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Cooling: None
  • Heat Type: None
  • Interior Features: None
  • Total # of Rooms: 1
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 0.0 x 0.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Property History for 2157 East 20th Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 18, 2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827025

$52,500
Jan 12, 2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827025

$42,500
Sep 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827025

$47,500
May 20, 2010

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #232587

Jan 26, 2009

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #232587

$14,900
Apr 10, 2007

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

$12,900
Apr 10, 2007

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

$12,900
Mar 8, 2007

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

Mar 8, 2007

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

Mar 8, 2007

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

Mar 8, 2007

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

Feb 14, 2007

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

$12,900
Feb 14, 2007

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

$12,900
Feb 10, 2007

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #177889

Feb 9, 2007

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #177889

Jan 29, 2007

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #177889

$17,650
Jan 29, 2007

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #177889

$17,650
Jan 14, 2007

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #170955

Jan 13, 2007

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #170955

Oct 17, 2006

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #170955

$26,000
Oct 17, 2006

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #170955

$19,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/18/2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827025

$52,500
01/12/2026

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827025

$42,500
09/02/2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #827025

$47,500
05/20/2010

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #232587

01/26/2009

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #232587

$14,900
04/10/2007

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

$12,900
04/10/2007

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

$12,900
03/08/2007

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

03/08/2007

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

03/08/2007

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

03/08/2007

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

02/14/2007

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

$12,900
02/14/2007

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #179150

$12,900
02/10/2007

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #177889

02/09/2007

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #177889

01/29/2007

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #177889

$17,650
01/29/2007

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #177889

$17,650
01/14/2007

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #170955

01/13/2007

Expired

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #170955

10/17/2006

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #170955

$26,000
10/17/2006

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #170955

$19,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2157 East 20th Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,000Additions$11,000Total$16,000
Tax Record2024$3,129 ($261 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,140 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,140 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,487 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952CountyLAKEAPN45-08-11-380-011.000-004

Schools near 2157 East 20th Avenue

This home is within Gary Community School Corp.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Daniel Hale Williams Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Gary Middle School
Public6 to 8

West Side Leadership Academy
Public9 to 12

Gary Virtual Academy
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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2157 East 20th Avenue is a single family home for sale in Gary, IN 46407. This property was listed for sale on September 2, 2025 by New Chapter Real Estate, it's currently listed at $52,500. It has been on the market for a total of 171 days and was last sold on April 10, 2007. This listing's school district is Gary Community School Corp. Nearby schools include Daniel Hale Williams Elementary School, Gary Middle School and West Side Leadership Academy. 2157 East 20th Avenue is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,240 sqft single family home built in 1952.

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