For Sale25d on marketHistoric · 102 yrs
5442 N College Ave
Indianapolis, IN, 46220 • Meridian Kessler • Marion County
$435,000
$194/sqft
-$10,000 since Apr 7, 2026
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
2Baths
2,244Sqft
0.22 acLot
1924Built
Property DNA
Neighborhood Views
Neighborhood
Craftsman Style
Built 1924 · 102 years of history
Pursel's Broad Ripple
Meridian Kessler
Outdoor Living
Covered · Screened
1 Fireplace
Masonry · Living Room
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is getting attention
Listed 25 days ago · 6,529 views · 364 saves
Market activity
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25 days on market
Recently listed
$194/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1924 · Historic
If you love historic character and walkable neighborhoods, this one will feel like home. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home at 5442 N. College Ave features original hardwood floors, beautiful vintage details, and a cozy fireplace that adds warmth and character to the main living space. It's the kind of home that blends classic Indianapolis charm with comfortable everyday living. Downstairs, you'll find a huge fully waterproofed and finished basement with plenty of extra space-perfect for storage, a home gym, workshop, living area. The real surprise is the incredible fenced-in backyard, offering plenty of room for entertaining, pets, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. Located just minutes from Broad Ripple, SoBro, restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and the Monon Trail, you're truly close to everything while still enjoying the comfort of your own peaceful retreat.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights historic character, cozy fireplace, and beautiful vintage details as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,725/month
Principal & Interest$2,145
Property Tax$435
Insurance$145
Down payment20% ($87,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.26% rate · 30yr fixed · $348,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeResidential, Single Family Residence
Year Built1924
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ParkingConcrete
Lot9,583 sqft
Days on Zillow25 Days
Price/sqft$194
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeResidential, Single Family Residence
StyleCraftsman
Year built1924
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete
BasementEgress Window(s),Finished,Full
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced,Full,Privacy
Lot9,583 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodMeridian Kessler
Annual tax$3,278
Parcel490612225006000801
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Attic Access
Hardwood Floors
Appliances
Electric Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Electric Oven
Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Masonry
Living Room
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Covered
Screened
Views
Neighborhood
Room details
7 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Basement12×15 ft180 sqft
Bedroom2
Main12×12 ft144 sqft
Bedroom3
Main12×12 ft144 sqft
Dining Room
Main12×11 ft132 sqft
Kitchen
Main11×11 ft121 sqft
Laundry
Basement8×5 ft40 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market25
Est. value$428,500
Est. rent$2,116/mo
Tax rate0.96%
Price/sqft$194
On marketMar 14, 2026
PostedMar 14, 2026
Last sold$284,500
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedApr 7, 2026
Tour days9
Views6,529
Favorites364
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Indianapolis, IN, 46220
Price history
13 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 7, 2026Price Change$435,000$194MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 14, 2026Listed For Sale$445,000$198MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 30, 2025Sold$284,500$127MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 16, 2025Price Change$310,000$138MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 9, 2025Listed For Sale$320,000$143MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 27, 2022Sold$256,000$114MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 3, 2022Pending Sale$240,000$107MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 29, 2022Listed For Sale$240,000$107MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 21, 2022Pending Sale$240,000$107MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 20, 2022Listed For Sale$240,000$107MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
May 1, 2009Listing Removed$139,000$62Listhub
Jan 29, 2009Sold$134,000$60MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
May 25, 2008Listed For Sale$139,000$62Listhub
Price Change$435,000
Apr 7, 2026•$194/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$445,000
Mar 14, 2026•$198/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$284,500
Oct 30, 2025•$127/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$310,000
Oct 16, 2025•$138/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$320,000
Oct 9, 2025•$143/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$256,000
Oct 27, 2022•$114/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$240,000
Oct 3, 2022•$107/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$240,000
Sep 29, 2022•$107/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$240,000
Sep 21, 2022•$107/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$240,000
Sep 20, 2022•$107/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$139,000
May 1, 2009•$62/sqft•Listhub
Sold$134,000
Jan 29, 2009•$60/sqft•MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$139,000
May 25, 2008•$62/sqft•Listhub
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2024$3,216$274,900
Apr 9, 2023$3,195$271,700
Apr 9, 2022$2,901$268,200
Apr 9, 2021$2,788$249,300
Apr 9, 2020$2,902$239,000
Apr 9, 2019$2,813$243,600
Apr 9, 2018$2,310$234,300
Apr 9, 2017$2,312$214,600
Apr 9, 2016$2,192$215,300
Apr 9, 2014$2,226$205,400
Apr 9, 2013$1,925$188,200
Apr 9, 2012$1,925$172,600
Apr 9, 2011—$145,800
Apr 9, 2010$1,521$145,800
Apr 9, 2009$1,691$159,000
Apr 9, 2007—$165,900
Apr 9, 2006—$175,000
Apr 9, 2005—$119,500
Apr 9, 2004—$119,500
Apr 9, 2003—$124,900
Apr 9, 2002—$35,200
Apr 9, 2001—$11,730
Apr 9, 2000—$11,730
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Local context around this listing
Indianapolis, IN • Marion County
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Nearby zip codes
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