Looking for rooms for rent near Ivy Tech Northwest? Affordable Living Company’s furnished rooms are in Hammond, Indiana — about 13.1 miles and roughly 29 minutes from the Gary campus — for $750 a month with all utilities, Wi-Fi and laundry included. That’s a real alternative to campus housing costs for students who want their own space without the full dorm price tag.
Rooms for Rent Near Ivy Tech Northwest: Cost Comparison
| Option | Typical monthly cost |
|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartment near Gary, IN | about $900–$1,100 |
| Our private room in Hammond, all-inclusive | $750 |
Ivy Tech Community College Northwest (Ivy Tech, 3491 Broadway, Gary, IN) is Indiana’s largest public postsecondary institution and a common choice for students working toward an associate degree or transfer credits before a four-year school. We are not affiliated with Ivy Tech — we’re simply nearby, furnished, and priced for a student budget.

Is Hammond a Good Fit for Ivy Tech Students?
People searching for rooms for rent near Ivy Tech Northwest are usually balancing class schedules with a part-time or full-time job, and need housing that doesn’t require a co-signer, a high credit score, or a full year’s lease for a single semester.
- Drive to campus: about 13.1 miles, roughly 29 minutes
- No long-term lease — works for a single semester or term
- No minimum credit score, no co-signer required
What Your Rent Includes
- A furnished private room
- Electric, gas, water, Wi-Fi and on-site laundry
- A full shared kitchen and living areas
- Month-to-month terms with no long-term lease

What Daily Life Looks Like
Residents share a clean, furnished home with a full kitchen, living areas and laundry, and each person has their own private room. Our homes are alcohol-free and drug-free. Because utilities, internet and laundry are already included, there’s no surprise bill to budget around during the semester.

Near Ivy Tech Favorites
The Gary campus sits along Broadway, close to the Gary Roosevelt High School Historic District and a short drive from the Indiana Dunes lakeshore. It’s also a reasonable drive back to Hammond for Horseshoe Hammond or a train into Chicago from Hammond Gateway Station on a day off.

Who Rents With Us
Students, working adults, seniors on a fixed income, veterans, people returning home after incarceration, and anyone who wants a furnished room near Ivy Tech Northwest without a long lease or a high credit score requirement. No long-term lease, no waiting list, no minimum credit score.
Rooms for Rent Near Ivy Tech Northwest: FAQs
How far is Ivy Tech Northwest from your rooms?
About 13.1 miles, roughly a 29-minute drive.
Can I rent for just one semester?
Yes. There’s no long-term lease, so a room can work for a single semester or term.
Do I need a co-signer or good credit?
No. We don’t require a co-signer or a minimum credit score.
Are you affiliated with Ivy Tech?
No, we are an independent, privately owned shared housing provider located nearby.
Call or text 219-200-0497 to see current availability near Ivy Tech Northwest, or check availability online.
