521 W 42nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46208
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$296,600
$282,000 - $311,000
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Alexander Elston 317-730-4222,
United Real Estate Indpls
Mary Wernke
Encore Sotheby's International
Christian Payne
Encore Sotheby's International
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x9
Dining room
- Features: Laminate Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Family room
- Features: Laminate Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x14
Kitchen
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Attic Access, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Windows: Windows Vinyl, Wood Work Painted
- Basement: Unfinished
- Attic: Access Only
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,491
- Total interior livable area: 1,491 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced,Fence Full Rear
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburb
Details
- Parcel number: 490614125033000801
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Municipal/City
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Butler Tarkington
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Indianapolis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $309,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,064
- Date on market: 8/1/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 21 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/27/2024 | Sold | $280,000-4.1%$188/sqft |
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| 8/24/2024 | Pending sale | $292,000$196/sqft |
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| 8/19/2024 | Price change | $292,000-1.7%$196/sqft |
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| 8/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $297,000+18.8%$199/sqft |
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| 10/30/2020 | Sold | $249,900$168/sqft |
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| 10/7/2020 | Pending sale | $249,900$168/sqft |
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| 10/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $249,900$168/sqft |
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| 8/24/2020 | Pending sale | $249,900$168/sqft |
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| 8/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $249,900+17.3%$168/sqft |
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| 12/15/2019 | Listing removed | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 11/23/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 11/8/2019 | Listing removed | $212,999$143/sqft |
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| 10/22/2019 | Price change | $212,999-0.5%$143/sqft |
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| 10/4/2019 | Price change | $213,999-0.5%$144/sqft |
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| 8/9/2019 | Price change | $214,999-2.3%$144/sqft |
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| 7/8/2019 | Price change | $219,999-2.2%$148/sqft |
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| 6/21/2019 | Listed for sale | $224,999$151/sqft |
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| 5/23/2019 | Pending sale | $224,999$151/sqft |
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| 5/10/2019 | Price change | $224,999-0.9%$151/sqft |
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| 5/2/2019 | Pending sale | $226,999$152/sqft |
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| 4/19/2019 | Price change | $226,999-1.3%$152/sqft |
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| 4/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $229,900$154/sqft |
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| 4/4/2019 | Pending sale | $229,900$154/sqft |
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| 3/8/2019 | Price change | $229,900-0.9%$154/sqft |
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| 2/27/2019 | Price change | $231,900-1.1%$156/sqft |
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| 2/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $234,400+368.8%$157/sqft |
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| 3/29/2018 | Sold | $50,000+138.1%$34/sqft |
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| 6/10/2016 | Sold | $21,000$14/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,075 -8.3% | $309,000 +19.6% |
| 2024 | $3,355 +9.4% | $258,400 -8.7% |
| 2023 | $3,065 +23.1% | $283,000 +10.2% |
| 2022 | $2,490 +179.3% | $256,800 +19.4% |
| 2021 | $892 -55.8% | $215,100 +131% |
| 2020 | $2,018 +16.1% | $93,100 +8.9% |
| 2019 | $1,739 -73.8% | $85,500 +17.1% |
| 2018 | $6,644 +303.2% | $73,000 -2.7% |
| 2017 | $1,648 +7.7% | $75,000 |
| 2016 | $1,531 +3.5% | $75,000 +9.6% |
| 2014 | $1,479 +1% | $68,400 +6.2% |
| 2013 | $1,465 | $64,400 -17.6% |
| 2012 | $1,465 | $78,200 +5.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $73,900 |
| 2010 | $1,536 -11.3% | $73,900 -9.1% |
| 2009 | $1,733 | $81,300 +7.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $75,800 |
Neighborhood: Butler-Tarkington
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- 3/10James Whitcomb Riley School 43Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Cold Spring SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 2/10Shortridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi