3540 Pennsylvania St

1,035 Sq. Ft.
$72 / Sq. Ft.
1,035
Sq. Ft.
$72
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Fantastic investment opportunity in Gary! This all-brick single-family home offers 1,035 sqft of living space with 3 bedrooms, a full basement, and finished attic space, providing ample room for expansion or customization. The property also includes adjacent land, opening the door to endless possibilities whether you're looking to expand, develop, or hold as part of a growing investment portfolio. With its solid structure, additional lot, and great potential for value-add improvements, this property...Fantastic investment opportunity in Gary! This all-brick single-family home offers 1,035 sqft of living space with 3 bedrooms, a full basement, and finished attic space, providing ample room for expansion or customization. The property also includes adjacent land, opening the door to endless possibilities whether you're looking to expand, develop, or hold as part of a growing investment portfolio. With its solid structure, additional lot, and great potential for value-add improvements, this property is a must-see for investors and visionaries alike. Endless potential perfect for your next project! This Home will be sold AS IS. Seller unable to make any repairs. This home is currently occupied with a tenant, please do not disturb. Call agent to schedule all showings.
  1. Listed by Frederick Long • Better Homes and Gardens Real
    P: (219)-406-6927 C: (219)-406-6927 Fred@FandLGroup.homes
  2. Listed by Kimberly Perry • Kimberly T. Perry
    P: (314)-761-1541 C: (314)-761-1541 kimberlyperryrealtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 3540 Pennsylvania Street

Zoning
residential
Subdivision
GARY
LISTING UPDATED: 02/02/2026 11:50 AM

Property Details for 3540 Pennsylvania Street

StatusPending
MLS #830485
Days on Market86
Taxes$1,916 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.00 AC / 0 SF
CountyLake County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens Real; Kimberly T. Perry
Add your commute

Building Information for 3540 Pennsylvania Street

Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.00 AC / 0 SF

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with
OriginPoint Mortgage or Rocket Mortgage1

$525 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$366

Property Taxes

$160

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 3540 Pennsylvania Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Head south on Broadway. Turn left onto E 35th Ave. Turn left onto Pennsylvania St, 3540 Pennsylvania St will be on your left-hand side.
  • City/Town: Gary
  • State: IN
  • Township: Calumet
  • ZIP: 46409
  • Latitude: 41.55
  • Longitude: -87.33
  • County: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,916.00
  • APN/Key #: 45 08 22 353 021 000 004
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Legal Description: SO.BROADWAY ADD L. 11 BL. 3
Parking
  • Garage Description: Off Street, On Street, Concrete, Alley Access, Additional Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: .07
  • Square Footage: 1035.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Acres: .00
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Rectangular Lot, Other, Front Yard
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Levels: One
Interior Features
  • Appliances: None
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Total # of Rooms: 6
Room 1
  • Room Description: buyer agent to verify all room size
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Description: buyer agent to verify all room size
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 9.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Description: buyer agent to verify all room size
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Description: buyer agent to verify all room size
  • Room Dimensions: 11.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 5
  • Room Description: buyer agent to verify all room size
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 6
  • Room Description: buyer agent to verify all room size
  • Room Dimensions: 8.0 x 6.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen

Property History for 3540 Pennsylvania Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 1, 2026

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #830485

Nov 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #830485

$75,000
Mar 7, 2023

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$38,000
Mar 7, 2023

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$38,000
Mar 3, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533501914

$38,000
Feb 23, 2023

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$49,500
Feb 23, 2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

Feb 23, 2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

Feb 23, 2023

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

Feb 23, 2023

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

Aug 23, 2022

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$62,500
Aug 23, 2022

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$49,500
Aug 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$62,500
Feb 7, 2007

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #174053

$28,500
Dec 28, 2006

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #174053

Dec 28, 2006

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #174053

Dec 2, 2006

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #174053

$48,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/01/2026

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #830485

11/07/2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #830485

$75,000
03/07/2023

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$38,000
03/07/2023

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$38,000
03/03/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1533501914

$38,000
02/23/2023

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$49,500
02/23/2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

02/23/2023

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

02/23/2023

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

02/23/2023

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

08/23/2022

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$62,500
08/23/2022

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$49,500
08/23/2022

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #518529

$62,500
02/07/2007

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #174053

$28,500
12/28/2006

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #174053

12/28/2006

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #174053

12/02/2006

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #174053

$48,500

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

Public Records for 3540 Pennsylvania Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,100Additions$72,300Total$76,400
Tax Record2024$786 ($65 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,035 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,035 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,136 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1980CountyLAKEAPN45-08-22-353-021.000-004

Schools near 3540 Pennsylvania Street

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
Glen Park Academy
PublicK to 5

Bailly Preparatory Academy
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.

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens Real; Kimberly T. Perry

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 02/02/2026 11:50 AM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by MLS GRID. Use of the MLS GRID data may be subject to an end user license agreement prescribed by the applicable MLS of the Member Participant, if any, and as amended from time to time.