Step into storybook charm with this beautifully renovated French cottage perfectly situated along the canal. This home blends timeless character with modern comforts, including an all-new designer kitchen featuring granite countertops. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The primary bedroom and 2nd bedroom are on the main floor with a nicely update full hallway bathroom. The 3rd bedroom is in the lower level with its own private entrance and adjoining full bathroom- ideal space for guests, extended family, or potential rental income. The lovely living room has 2 huge Pella sliding doors which open to the outdoor brick patio overlooking the canal. Enjoy lush, professionally landscaped grounds, freshly painted interior & exterior, classic shutters, inviting walkways, and a spacious deck that's perfect for outdoor gatherings. Fully updated new electrical system (2025). Unbeatable location just a short stroll to the heart of Broad Ripple Village and the shops and eateries at 56th & Illinois. This is one you'll want to experience in person.
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$490,000
157 E 61st St, Indianapolis, IN 46220
3beds
2,848sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
0.41 Acres Lot
$497,600 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$2,371 Estimated rent
Home value
$497,600
$458,000 - $542,000
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Timeless characterSpacious deckModern comfortsRenovated french cottageGranite countertopsClassic shuttersLush professionally landscaped grounds
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Listing Provided by:
Matt King 317-313-5533,
F.C. Tucker Company
Bought with:
Matt King
F.C. Tucker Company
Stacia Gudgel
F.C. Tucker Company
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 22034164
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x14
Kitchen
- Features: Tile-Ceramic
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x11
Laundry
- Features: Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Living room
- Features: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26x15
Heating
- Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Gas Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Hardwood Floors, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,848
- Total interior livable area: 2,848 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,068
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 490601114012000801
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Municipal/City
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Indianapolis
- Subdivision: Meridian Kessler Terrace
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2025 | Sold | $490,000-2%$172/sqft |
Source:  MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #22034164 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2025 | Pending sale | $500,000$176/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #22034164 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $500,000+25.5%$176/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #22034164 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2019 | Sold | $398,300-5.1%$140/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21643337 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2019 | Pending sale | $419,900$147/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Scheetz #21643337 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2019 | Price change | $419,900+0.2%$147/sqft |
Source: MIBOR REALTOR Association #21643337 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2019 | Price change | $419,000-3.6%$147/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2019 | Listed for sale | $434,500+136.1%$153/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2010 | Sold | $184,000-16.3%$65/sqft |
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21027602 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2010 | Pending sale | $219,900$77/sqft |
Source: F. C. Tucker Company, Inc #21027602 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2010 | Price change | $219,900-12%$77/sqft |
Source: F. C. Tucker Company, Inc #21027602 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2010 | Price change | $249,900-7.4%$88/sqft |
Source: F. C. Tucker Company, Inc #21027602 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2010 | Listed for sale | $269,900$95/sqft |
Source: F. C. Tucker Company, Inc #21027602 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,493 +3.5% | $480,800 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $5,308 -3.5% | $454,500 +2.7% |
| 2023 | $5,502 +6.4% | $442,700 -2.7% |
| 2022 | $5,172 +13.8% | $455,100 +3.6% |
| 2021 | $4,543 +47.7% | $439,400 +14% |
| 2020 | $3,075 +4.5% | $385,400 +49.1% |
| 2019 | $2,943 +19.2% | $258,500 +5.3% |
| 2018 | $2,470 +0.3% | $245,600 +7.1% |
| 2017 | $2,463 -3.2% | $229,400 +0.5% |
| 2016 | $2,545 +3.9% | $228,300 +0.6% |
| 2014 | $2,449 -2.2% | $226,900 +0.9% |
| 2013 | $2,503 | $224,800 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $2,503 | $223,800 +3.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $215,700 -1% |
| 2010 | $2,261 +4.5% | $217,900 +6.6% |
| 2009 | $2,163 | $204,400 +0.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $202,500 -18% |
| 2006 | -- | $247,100 +64.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $150,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $150,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $150,300 +106.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $72,700 +199.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $24,240 |
| 2000 | -- | $24,240 |
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Neighborhood: Broad Ripple
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Center for Inquiry School 84Grades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- NABroad Ripple Middle School - An IB World SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Shortridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
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- Indiana
- Marion County
- Indianapolis
- 46220
- Broad Ripple
- 157 E 61st St
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