How is the market doing in Indiana in 2025?? Let’s dive in briefly!
Closed sales in Indiana are up 2% year-over-year.
Source: IAR Housing Hub
Right now we have 2.8 months of inventory, revealing a more balanced market between buyers & sellers.
Median sales price is up 5% year-over-year showing strong value growth in Indiana in 2025.
Percent of list price received is currently at 94.6% showing a strong market for sellers while also revealing a bit more buyer-leverage than past years.
Source: IAR Housing Hub
This map shows Days on Market per County.
Indiananapolis, with more robust new listing growth, revels on average higher days on market (~30 DOM on average).
Source: IAR Housing Hub
New Indy Developments continue to come! 🏗️
Redeveloment coming to the old AMC Theater in Broad Ripple
The days of the Broad Ripple AMC movie theater are coming to a close.
From IBJ: Local developers plan 238-unit housing project on theater site at Glendale
“Indianapolis developers Kite Realty Group Trust and Milhaus Development LLC plan to redevelop the site of a 25-year-old movie theater at Glendale Town Center into new apartments and townhouses.”
This Week’s Deals 🔥 — Value-add near Butler U, Rocky Ripple Ranch, High-end 5-unit, and more!
If even slightly interested in one of these deals hit reply! I would love to have a conversation, even if it’s just out of curiosity.
Asking $159,990
Value-add / full reno — ARV ~$330,000
I like this one because it’s in an overall gentrifying area, it does need a lot of work especially on the exterior, however bones look great!
This deal is from Reborn Homes Off-Market list. They’re a sponsor of Roots Events in 2026 - get on Tony’s list here.
House Hack Turnkey!
Duplex renovated on both sides. 3 bed, 1.5 ba per side
Market rents ~$1500-1750 / side
Located steps from Monon Trail in an exciting developing area of Near North Indy — this one is solid, and I don’t see it staying on the market long!
OFF-MARKET COMING SOON
Asking $265,000
3 bed, 1 bath
Excellent starter home in a wooded area near Butler, Broad Ripple, Tow Path, and more!
5-unit fully leased, high-end rental units
Each unit is 2 bed, 2 bath
Current income $13,100 per month, or $157,200 annually, supported by high demand for quality rentals in this neighborhood
Class A multifamily with historic charm… We like! Excellent for someone trying to 1031 or buy, and use for bonus depreciation reasons!
Turnkey Rental near Speedway
Asking $149,900, just reduced!
3 beds, 2 baths, 1084 sqft.
Rent rate ~$1300-1400 / mo
Good fit for new investor or first time homeowner!
If you’re interested in any of the above deals (or to get your search started) email tyler@tylerlingle.com 🤙 We also help sellers (duh).
New Internal Podcast 🎙️
Struggling to decide between short-term rentals and mid-term rentals in Indianapolis? Wondering which strategy actually performs going into 2026?
In this episode of The Roots Podcast, real estate experts Max Moore and Tyler Lingle break down the real vacancy trends, rent ranges, furnishing costs, and which rental play is actually winning right now. If you’re trying to boost cash flow or choose the right strategy for your next unit, this episode gives you the clarity you need.
Here’s what we cover: • STR daily rate + occupancy trends • When MTR makes sense (and when it doesn’t) • True cost of furnishings and payback math • Why location and pricing beat photos • Indy neighborhoods still performing for both strategies
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