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.
Active
Price increase: $24K (7/23)
$447,540
5442 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220
3beds
2,244sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$2,985/mo
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$444,900 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic characterCozy fireplaceBeautiful vintage detailsIncredible fenced-in backyardOriginal hardwood floors
- 133 days |
- 293 |
- 19 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
James Canull 317-418-7076,
Indy Home Shop LLC
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 22089204
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Attic Access, Hardwood Floors
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Egress Window(s),Finished,Full
- Attic: Access Only
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,244
- Total interior livable area: 2,244 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,122
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Screened
- Fencing: Fenced,Full,Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 490612225006000801
- Special conditions: Broker Owned
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Pursel's Broad Ripple
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Indianapolis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $199/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $296,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,278
- Date on market: 3/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 67 days
Estimated market value
$444,900
$423,000 - $467,000
$2,108/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2026 | Price change | $447,540+5.7%$199/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Pending sale | $423,500$189/sqft |
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| 5/17/2026 | Price change | $423,500-1.3%$189/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Price change | $429,000-1.4%$191/sqft |
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| 4/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $435,000$194/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Pending sale | $435,000$194/sqft |
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| 4/7/2026 | Price change | $435,000-2.2%$194/sqft |
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| 3/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $445,000+56.4%$198/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Sold | $284,500-8.2%$127/sqft |
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| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $310,000-3.1%$138/sqft |
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| 10/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $320,000+25%$143/sqft |
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| 10/27/2022 | Sold | $256,000+6.7%$114/sqft |
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| 10/3/2022 | Pending sale | $240,000$107/sqft |
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| 9/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $240,000$107/sqft |
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| 9/21/2022 | Pending sale | $240,000$107/sqft |
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| 9/20/2022 | Listed for sale | $240,000+72.7%$107/sqft |
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| 5/1/2009 | Listing removed | $139,000+3.7%$62/sqft |
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| 1/29/2009 | Sold | $134,000-3.6%$60/sqft |
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| 5/25/2008 | Listed for sale | $139,000$62/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,278 +1.9% | $296,600 +7.9% |
| 2024 | $3,216 +0.7% | $274,900 +1.2% |
| 2023 | $3,195 +10.1% | $271,700 +1.3% |
| 2022 | $2,901 +4% | $268,200 +7.6% |
| 2021 | $2,788 -3.9% | $249,300 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $2,902 +3.1% | $239,000 -1.9% |
| 2019 | $2,813 +21.8% | $243,600 +4% |
| 2018 | $2,310 -0.1% | $234,300 +9.2% |
| 2017 | $2,312 +5.5% | $214,600 -0.3% |
| 2016 | $2,192 -1.5% | $215,300 +4.8% |
| 2014 | $2,226 +15.6% | $205,400 +9.1% |
| 2013 | $1,925 | $188,200 +9% |
| 2012 | $1,925 | $172,600 +18.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $145,800 |
| 2010 | $1,521 -10% | $145,800 -8.3% |
| 2009 | $1,691 | $159,000 -4.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $165,900 -5.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $175,000 +46.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $119,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $119,500 -4.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $124,900 +254.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $35,200 +200.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $11,730 |
| 2000 | -- | $11,730 |
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Neighborhood: Meridian Kessler
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Center for Inquiry School 84Grades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- NABroad Ripple Middle School - An IB World SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10Shortridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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