Landing a travel assignment in Northwest Indiana is the easy part. Finding short-term housing that is furnished, affordable and does not lock you into a 12-month lease is harder. This guide covers travel nurse housing in Northwest Indiana: the hospitals near Hammond, what to look for in a short-term rental, and how to keep more of your housing stipend.
Hospitals Near Hammond, Indiana
Hammond sits in the middle of the Lake County healthcare corridor, so one home base can work for several facilities:
| Hospital | City | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Health Munster | Munster | Just south of Hammond |
| Community Hospital (Powers Health) | Munster | Part of the Powers Health system since 2024 |
| St. Catherine Hospital (Powers Health) | East Chicago | Neighbors Hammond to the east |
| Methodist Hospitals – Northlake Campus | Gary | Short drive east on I-90/I-94 |
| Franciscan Health Dyer | Dyer | South Lake County |
| Franciscan Health Crown Point | Crown Point | Central Lake County |
Good to know: Franciscan Health Hammond ended inpatient and emergency services at the end of 2022. The Hammond campus still offers outpatient clinics and urgent care, but hospital assignments are now at the Munster, Dyer and Crown Point campuses and at other systems nearby.
What Travel Nurses Need in Short-Term Housing
- No long lease. Assignments usually run about 13 weeks. Month-to-month housing lets you extend or leave without penalty.
- Fully furnished. You should be able to arrive with a suitcase.
- Utilities and Wi-Fi included. One flat monthly cost makes it easy to budget your stipend — and Wi-Fi matters for charting, CEUs and staying in touch with home.
- Laundry on site. Scrubs need washing constantly.
- A quiet place to sleep. Especially important if you work nights.
- Quick access to multiple hospitals in case you pick up a second contract nearby.
Options for Travel Nurse Housing in Northwest Indiana
Furnished rooms in shared housing
The most budget-friendly option. At Affordable Living Company in Hammond, a private furnished room is $750 a month, including all utilities, Wi-Fi and on-site laundry, with no long-term lease. That leaves much more of your housing stipend in your pocket than a short-term apartment.
Short-term apartment rentals
More space and privacy, but usually at a much higher monthly price, and many require extra cleaning fees or deposits.
Extended-stay hotels
Convenient for the first few nights, but costly over a full assignment and rarely have a full kitchen.
How to Keep More of Your Housing Stipend
- Compare the total monthly cost, including utilities, internet, parking and cleaning fees — not just the advertised rent.
- Choose all-inclusive housing so there are no setup fees or utility deposits.
- Avoid rentals that require a 6- or 12-month lease for a 13-week assignment.
- Pick a central location like Hammond so you can take nearby contracts without moving.
Living in Hammond on Assignment
Hammond borders Chicago, so days off can be spent in the city. The South Shore Line’s Hammond Gateway station offers train service to downtown Chicago, and grocery stores, restaurants and everyday essentials are close by. Read more about fast move-in housing in Northwest Indiana and our furnished rooms for rent.
Travel Nurse Housing in Northwest Indiana: FAQs
How much does travel nurse housing in Northwest Indiana cost?
At Affordable Living, travel nurse housing in Northwest Indiana costs $750 a month for a private furnished room, with utilities, Wi-Fi and on-site laundry included — often well below short-term apartment prices.
Is travel nurse housing in Northwest Indiana available for 13-week contracts?
Yes. Our travel nurse housing in Northwest Indiana is month to month, so it fits a typical 13-week assignment and lets you extend without signing a new long lease.
Is travel nurse housing in Northwest Indiana quiet enough for night shifts?
Our homes are alcohol-free and drug-free, and every resident has their own furnished room. Let us know if you work nights so we can talk through which room fits you best.
Where is the best area for travel nurse housing in Northwest Indiana?
Hammond is a central base for travel nurse housing in Northwest Indiana: Munster, East Chicago and Gary hospitals are all a short drive away, and the South Shore Line connects you to Chicago.
Is there month-to-month housing for travel nurses near Hammond?
Yes. Affordable Living rents furnished rooms in Hammond month to month, with utilities, Wi-Fi and laundry included.
Which hospitals are closest to Hammond, Indiana?
Franciscan Health Munster, Community Hospital in Munster and St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago are the closest full hospitals. Methodist Hospitals’ Northlake campus in Gary is a short drive east.
Can I reserve a room before my assignment starts?
Contact us as soon as you have your start date. Availability changes weekly, so reach out early and we will tell you what is open.
Book Your Room Before Your Assignment
Starting a contract in Lake County? Check room availability or call or text 219-200-0497. We usually respond the same day.
