Welcome home to this updated Indianapolis bungalow where timeless character meets everyday comfort. Nestled just minutes from Fountain Square and downtown, this 2-bedroom, 2-full-bath home offers the perfect blend of charm, flexibility, and convenience. Step onto the inviting covered front porch and into a bright living space, with a main-level bedroom suite and a full second bath with a second bedroom upstairs. The detached garage, private backyard, and rear deck create ideal spaces for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying quiet evenings outdoors. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or seeking a turnkey investment property, this home delivers location, lifestyle, and value. The house is currently tenant-occupied on a month-to-month lease at $1,450 per month.
Active
Price cut: $500 (6/21)
$224,500
1238 Cottage Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203
2beds
1,234sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$182/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless characterDetached garageInviting covered front porchMain-level bedroom suiteEveryday comfortRear deckBright living space
- 58 days |
- 348 |
- 35 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Todd Carpenter 317-557-8842,
Eddy Properties, LLC
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 22101362
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x9
Laundry
- Features: Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x15
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Breakfast Bar
- Windows: Wood Work Painted
- Has basement: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,234
- Total interior livable area: 1,234 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 491018163003000101
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Wm S Hubbards Sub Hubbard
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Indianapolis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $182/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $139,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,094
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 60 days
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/21/2026 | Price change | $224,500-0.2%$182/sqft |
Source:  MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #22101362 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000+0%$182/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #22101362 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Listing removed | $1,450$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2025 | Price change | $1,450+132%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21824280 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2021 | Price change | $224,900-2.2%$182/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21824280 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2021 | Price change | $229,900-2.1%$186/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21824280 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2021 | Price change | $234,900-2.1%$190/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21824280 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $239,900+61%$194/sqft |
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| 8/18/2021 | Sold | $149,000-6.9%$121/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2019 | Listing removed | $160,000$130/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2019 | Listed for sale | $160,000+60%$130/sqft |
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| 1/17/2018 | Listing removed | $100,000$81/sqft |
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| 10/18/2017 | Listed for sale | $100,000+334.8%$81/sqft |
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| 9/9/2013 | Sold | $23,000+15.6%$19/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21202550 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2012 | Listed for rent | $625$1/sqft |
Source: Discover Properties PMG Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2009 | Sold | $19,900+231.7%$16/sqft |
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| 1/14/2009 | Sold | $6,000-90.6%$5/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #2860764 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2008 | Sold | $64,164$52/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,094 +3.8% | $139,900 +7.3% |
| 2024 | $2,982 +2.8% | $130,400 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $2,903 +139% | $125,700 +2.3% |
| 2022 | $1,214 +14.3% | $122,900 +12.6% |
| 2021 | $1,062 +93.3% | $109,100 +7.7% |
| 2020 | $550 -64.9% | $101,300 +41.1% |
| 2019 | $1,565 +15.5% | $71,800 +9.3% |
| 2018 | $1,355 +103.2% | $65,700 +5.5% |
| 2017 | $667 +62.2% | $62,300 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $411 -57% | $58,000 +32.4% |
| 2014 | $957 +10.2% | $43,800 +24.8% |
| 2013 | $868 | $35,100 -8.1% |
| 2012 | $868 | $38,200 +11.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $34,300 |
| 2010 | $721 -4.2% | $34,300 -2% |
| 2009 | $753 | $35,000 -9.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $38,500 |
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Neighborhood: Fountain Square
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10William McKinley School 39Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Arlington Community Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 1/10Arsenal Technical High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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