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    • 253 Garfield Ave

    Valparaiso, IN 46383

    Apartment building
    1-5 beds

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    Laundry on premisesSmall kitchenetteNew appliancesUpdated bathroomOff-street parking in drivewayHardwood floors
    1br/1ba Studio Efficiency Apartment $950/mo All utilities and trash included Rental Requirements: +600 credit score 3x monthly rent in income Positive rental reference 253 Garfield Ave Valparaiso, IN 46383 Close to downtown valpo and VU Campus Updated bathroom Small kitchenette New appliances Hardwood floors Laundry on premises Owner pays for all utilities. Off-street parking in driveway No smoking in property

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    Appliances
    • Freezer
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    Flooring
    • Hardwood

    Neighborhood: 46383

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    • Community Vibe
      Strong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.
      Dining Scene
      From casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.
      Outdoor Activities
      Ample parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.
      College Nearby
      Local university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.
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    Valparaiso’s 46383 blends a lively, collegiate downtown with suburban calm and plenty of green space. Expect true four-season Midwest weather—snowy winters and warm, sunny summers—plus quick access to nature at Rogers-Lakewood Park, Creekside Trails, and the nearby Indiana Dunes. Downtown around Lincolnway has coffee at Blackbird Cafe and Fluid Coffee Roasters, dinner at Don Quijote or Radius-Valpo, sweets from Valpo Velvet, shows at Memorial Opera House, and year-round gatherings at Central Park Plaza (ice rink in winter, markets in summer). Daily needs are easy with Strack & Van Til, Meijer, Target, Planet Fitness, the YMCA, and Porter’s Vale shopping close by. Highway access via SR-49 and US-30 and the ChicaGo DASH commuter bus make regional trips simple. Over the past few months, Zillow shows a median asking rent around $1,550, with most listings ranging roughly $1,100–$2,100, depending on size and proximity to downtown. The area feels friendly and active, welcomes pets with the Old Fairgrounds Park dog park, and enjoys a community vibe shaped by nearby Valparaiso University and the annual Popcorn Festival.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    79 / 100
    Very Walkable
    23 / 100
    Minimal Transit
    60 / 100
    Bikeable

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 253 Garfield Ave?

    253 Garfield Ave has a walk score of 79, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of 253 Garfield Ave?

    253 Garfield Ave has a transit score of 23, it has minimal transit.

    What schools are assigned to 253 Garfield Ave?

    The schools assigned to 253 Garfield Ave include Parkview Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, and Valparaiso High School.

    What neighborhood is 253 Garfield Ave in?

    253 Garfield Ave is in the 46383 neighborhood in Valparaiso, IN.