Incredible investment opportunity in the heart of Butler-Tarkington! This vacant residential lot at 3947 Rookwood Avenue offers endless potential for new construction just minutes from Butler University, Canal Towpath trails, Holcomb Gardens, and Newfields. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street surrounded by charming historic homes and ongoing redevelopment, this lot provides a rare chance to build in one of Indianapolis's most desirable urban neighborhoods. The lot is being sold separately for $50,000, or as a package deal with the corner lot on 425 W 40th Street & the home on 3949 Rookwood Avenue. Whether you're a developer, investor, or future homeowner, this is your chance to customize a home in a rapidly appreciating area with strong community pride and proximity to dining, parks, and schools. Don't miss this chance to be part of the growth in Butler-Tarkington!
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Stories
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Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
145 ft.
Lot size
5,798 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Marion County
APN
490614106011000801
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Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
D5
AIRSPACE SECONDARY ZONING DISTRICT
COMPACT
Dwelling District Five
The D-5 district is intended for medium and large- lot housing formats, primarily for detached houses, but may incorporate small- scale multi- unit building types in strategic locations. This district can be used for new, walkable suburban neighborhoods or for infill situation in established urban areas, including both low density and medium density residential recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan, and the Suburban Neighborhood and Traditional Neighborhood Typologies of the Land Use Pattern Book.
Zone overlays
Airspace Secondary Zoning District
Compact Context Area
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Communications tower
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Feb 14, 2026 • Active
Heating & cooling - 1-2 family
Install new heat pump systems with ductwork.
HVAC
Feb 9, 2026 • Active
Electrical - 1-2 family
Install electrical wiring, devices, and fixtures in a new construction building.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Exterior
Farm Information
Horse Amenities: None
Property Information
Development Status: Not Applicable
Property Type: Land
Other Structures: Not Applicable
Property Sub Type: Residential Lots
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Topography: Not Applic
Soil Type: Not Applic
Acres: <1/4 Acre
Land Characteristics: City
Lot Information
Facilities On: Not Applicable
Facilities Near: Other
Divisible: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.13
Road Surface Type: NotApplic
Road Frontage Type: NotApplic
Present Zoning: Single Family
Road Access: Not Applic
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Not Applicable
Water Information: Not Applic
Solid Waste Information: No
Location
School Information
High School District: Indianapolis Public Schools
Location Information
Directions: GPS Friendly
Tax Legal Description: Fesslers Sub L3 B19
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,798 square feet
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Marion County
APN: 490614106011000801
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
James Whitcomb Riley School 43
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Cold Spring School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
Shortridge High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Indianapolis, IN • 46208
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
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U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$33,000 – $40,000
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