Welcome to 838 N Emerson Ave! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-story home sits on a 6,534 sq ft lot and offers 1,200 sq ft of comfortable, functional living space - just minutes from the charming shops, dining, and community events of historic Irvington. Major mechanical updates have already been taken care of - furnace (2025), central air conditioning (2025), water heater (2023), and sump pump with battery backup (2023). The basement has been professionally waterproofed and comes with a transferable warranty, plus a dehumidifier is included. Washer and dryer stay with the home. A 1-car garage and fully fenced backyard round out this property, offering the privacy and outdoor space you've been looking for. Move-in ready with the big-ticket items already done. Seller offers a 1 year Home Warranty.
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Price cut: $2.5K (8/28)
$180,000
838 N Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46219
3beds
2,400sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$175,800 Zestimate®
$75/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Privacy and outdoor spaceFully fenced backyard
- 86 days
- 425
- 48
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ani Rios 317-507-5214,
Highgarden Real Estate
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 22106676
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x11
Kitchen
- Features: Tile-Ceramic
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x8
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Attic Access, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Windows: Wood Work Painted
- Basement: Daylight,Full,Storage Space
- Attic: Access Only
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,400
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Parking Other(Garage Door Opener)
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Fencing: Fenced,Full,Privacy
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: 491004128133000101
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Full
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Emerson Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Indianapolis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $75/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $203,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,388
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 88 days
Estimated market value
$175,800
$167,000 - $185,000
$1,432/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Price change | $180,000-1.4%$75/sqft |
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| 8/20/2026 | Price change | $182,500-1.3%$76/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Price change | $184,900-2.6%$77/sqft |
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| 7/30/2026 | Price change | $189,900-2.6%$79/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $194,900+18.1%$81/sqft |
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| 3/5/2024 | Sold | $165,000$69/sqft |
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| 1/26/2024 | Pending sale | $165,000$69/sqft |
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| 1/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $165,000+57.1%$69/sqft |
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| 11/23/2016 | Sold | $105,000$44/sqft |
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| 11/11/2016 | Pending sale | $105,000$44/sqft |
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| 10/4/2016 | Listed for sale | $105,000+50%$44/sqft |
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| 5/18/2010 | Sold | $70,000-6.5%$29/sqft |
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| 1/13/2010 | Listing removed | $74,897$31/sqft |
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| 9/27/2009 | Listed for sale | $74,897+3.7%$31/sqft |
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| 11/14/2006 | Sold | $72,243$30/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,388 +106.1% | $203,700 +10.2% |
| 2024 | $2,129 -1.7% | $184,900 +1.1% |
| 2023 | $2,166 +26.5% | $182,800 -1.1% |
| 2022 | $1,712 +9.3% | $184,900 +22.5% |
| 2021 | $1,566 +9.5% | $151,000 +9.1% |
| 2020 | $1,430 +16.6% | $138,400 +10.5% |
| 2019 | $1,227 +30.1% | $125,300 +12% |
| 2018 | $943 +67.1% | $111,900 +9.4% |
| 2017 | $564 +15.8% | $102,300 +28.7% |
| 2016 | $487 -5.3% | $79,500 +2.2% |
| 2014 | $515 -29.2% | $77,800 -2.4% |
| 2013 | $727 | $79,700 -5.6% |
| 2012 | $727 | $84,400 +16.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $72,400 |
| 2010 | $474 +11.4% | $72,400 |
| 2009 | $426 | $72,400 -12.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $82,600 +16.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $70,700 +7.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $65,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $65,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $65,700 +164.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $24,800 +228.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $7,540 |
| 2000 | -- | $7,540 |
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