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605 E 42nd Street

Indianapolis, IN 46205

ActiveListed Oct 12, 2026 · 8 days on market

Key facts

Beds
3
Baths
2 full · 1 half
Living area
1,652 sqft
Lot
0.09 acres
Year built
1911
Type
Residential · Single Family Residence
Stories
Two
MLS #
22131253
County
Marion
Subdivision
Washington Heights
Total building area
2,456 sqft

About this home

Classic Meridian-Kessler charm with thoughtful updates and a walkable location. This 3-bed, 2.5-bath Craftsman offers hardwood floors throughout, built-in bookcases, a masonry fireplace, and a bright dining room with custom bench seating. The updated kitchen features granite counters and cherry wood cabinetry. Upstairs you'll find three generous bedrooms, an office, and two full baths. Enjoy morning coffee on the covered front porch overlooking mature trees, or relax on the rear deck. The unfinished basement provides excellent storage or future finishing potential. A character-filled home in one of Indy's most desirable neighborhoods - walkable to Monon & 42nd, College Ave dining, the Red Line, parks, and the MK corridor.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Interior

Appliances
DishwasherDryerDisposalElectric OvenRefrigeratorWasherWater HeaterGas Water Heater
Interior features
Attic AccessBuilt-in Features
Kitchen
Kitchen Some Updates
Flooring
Hardwood
Basement
UnfinishedInterior Entry
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace type
Living RoomMasonryWood Burning
Laundry
In UnitLaundry Room
Windows
Wood Frames
Security
Smoke Detector(s)
Rooms
8

Exterior

Patio and porch
DeckPorch
Construction
Aluminum SidingWood Siding
Foundation
BlockBrick
Style
CraftsmanTraditional

Systems

Heating
Forced AirHigh Efficiency (90%+ AFUE )Wood
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Available

Lot and HOA

Lot features
CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsMature Trees

Schools

School district
Indianapolis Public Schools

Taxes

Estimated annual tax
$3,686 / yearTwice the semi-annual installment the listing reports.
Tax year
2025

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,897per month, estimated
Principal and interest $1,487Property tax $307Insurance $103
20% · $59,000
6.47%
Loan type
Loan term

Estimates only. This calculator does not give a quote. Defaults reflect Marion County / Indianapolis averages: property tax from this home's actual county bill, homeowners insurance at 0.42% annually. Conventional: PMI runs 0.55% of the loan annually when your down payment is below 20%, and drops automatically at 22% equity. Your real number depends on credit, taxes assessed for the parcel, escrow, condo insurance, and HOA. Rates as of May 2026 and subject to change.

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