Good living in Meridian-Kessler! This arts and crafts home is cheerful and welcoming with a large, covered front porch with pergola. Fabulous original details abound including face-nailed hardwood floors, glass front built-ins, and crown molding. The updated kitchen is on trend and has ample counter and cabinet space, plus bar seating at the center island. A main level primary bedroom has an en suite bathroom and private deck! For added convenience the laundry is on the main level and the garage is attached! Excellent closet space in all three bedrooms. A well finished basement family room is spacious. The side yard is privacy fenced creating a courtyard effect and boasts a paver patio plus fire pit. Welcome home!
MERIDIAN-KESSLER 3BR/2.5BA BUNGALOW WITH THE PERFECT COMBINATION OF THOUGHTFUL UPDATES & CHARMING ORIGINAL DETAILS. THIS ONE IS IN OUTSTANDING CONDITION: BEAUTIFUL HARDWOODS, HAND-CRAFTED GORGEOUS BUILT IN BOOKCASES & DINING BUFFET, CROWN MOLDINGS, FRENCH DOORS TO BRIGHT SUNROOM/DEN. STYLISH KITCHEN, GRANITE, CENTER ISLAND, COFFEE BAR, S/S APPLIANCES & SUBWAY TILE. RARE 1ST FLOOR TRUE MASTER SUITE W/HIS & HER CLOSETS, BALCONY, WHIRLPOOL TUB & TILED SHOWER. DRY/WATERPROOFED FINISHED BASEMENT IS HIGH QUALITY LIVING SPACE FOR WORKOUTS, PLAYROOM & NETFLIX. FRONT PORCH IS A+ HANGOUT SPOT PLUS DECK OFF BACK & PRIVATE COURTYARD + FIREPIT. HUGE CLOSETS, ATTIC & PLENTY OF STORAGE. 2018 FULL EXTERIOR PAINT. THIS ONE WILL GO FAST SO COME PREPARED.
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21218260
May 13, 2013
Listing Removed
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May 1, 2013
Sold
$168,000
$79/sq ft
Mar 1, 2013
Listed
$174,000
$81/sq ft
+11
Treat yourself! totally updated 3BR 2.5 bath. French doors to 1st flr den/sunrm.Kitchen w/ center island/brkfst bar.Granite.Stainless & blk appls. Subway tile @ coffee bar.French doors to fncd yd/patio/fire pit.Gleaming hdwds, blt in bkcases. Sexy master bath w/ whirlpool tub/tiled shwr combo,raised vanity.Details! Double-crown moldg in livng rm;blt in bkcases flank fireplace.Leaded glass in wndws above blt-in buffet/cabs in dining. Big closets! 1 car att gar.Lennox furn 3 yrs. 50 gal wtr htr.
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21187127
Jan 17, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jul 16, 2012
Listed
$169,000
$79/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2703205
Jul 7, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jan 14, 2007
Listed
$159,000
$74/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2652250
Jan 10, 2007
Listing Removed
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Aug 10, 2006
Listed
$189,900
$89/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2607619
Jul 27, 2006
Listing Removed
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Feb 2, 2006
Listed
$189,900
$89/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2525427
Apr 28, 2005
Listed
$57,000
$27/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2214219
Sep 28, 2002
Listing Removed
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Mar 28, 2002
Listed
$87,000
$41/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2140845
Aug 29, 2001
Listed
$53,500
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,460 (+4.8%)
$36,200 + $354,100
$390,300
2024
$4,257 (+2.3%)
$36,200 + $310,800
$347,000
2023
$4,160 (−7.1%)
$36,200 + $310,800
$347,000
2022
$4,480 (+12.2%)
$36,200 + $305,500
$341,700
2021
$3,993 (+10.6%)
$27,200 + $306,900
$334,100
2020
$3,609 (+3.5%)
$27,200 + $306,900
$334,100
2019
$3,486 (+55.2%)
$27,200 + $273,900
$301,100
2018
$2,247 (+8.2%)
$27,200 + $258,100
$285,300
2017
$2,077 (+17.3%)
$27,200 + $161,300
$188,500
2016
$1,770 (+5.9%)
$27,200 + $161,300
$188,500
2015
$1,671 (−12.2%)
$27,200 + $136,300
$163,500
2014
$1,903 (+12.9%)
$27,200 + $126,200
$153,400
2013
$1,685
$27,200 + $149,800
$177,000
Tax history for 3969 Ruckle St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,460 (+4.8%)
$36,200 + $354,100
$390,300
2024
$4,257 (+2.3%)
$36,200 + $310,800
$347,000
2023
$4,160 (−7.1%)
$36,200 + $310,800
$347,000
2022
$4,480 (+12.2%)
$36,200 + $305,500
$341,700
2021
$3,993 (+10.6%)
$27,200 + $306,900
$334,100
2020
$3,609 (+3.5%)
$27,200 + $306,900
$334,100
2019
$3,486 (+55.2%)
$27,200 + $273,900
$301,100
2018
$2,247 (+8.2%)
$27,200 + $258,100
$285,300
2017
$2,077 (+17.3%)
$27,200 + $161,300
$188,500
2016
$1,770 (+5.9%)
$27,200 + $161,300
$188,500
2015
$1,671 (−12.2%)
$27,200 + $136,300
$163,500
2014
$1,903 (+12.9%)
$27,200 + $126,200
$153,400
2013
$1,685
$27,200 + $149,800
$177,000
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
56 ft.
Lot depth
80 ft.
Lot size
4,478 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
3,441
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
490613125054000801
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
D5
COMPACT
TOD
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
Compact Context Area
Transit Oriented Development Secondary Zoning District
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
Dec 11, 2025 • Active
Heating & cooling - 1-2 family
Remove and replace the gas furnace and air conditioner.
HVAC
Aug 30, 2022 • Final
Right of way permit-excavation
Perform an emergency repair of a sewer lateral located in the street in front of the house. Work will be conducted near the northbound lane without affecting the flow of traffic.
Plumbing
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
Parking
Parking Information
Garage SqFt: 329
Parking Features: Attached, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Interior
Interior Sq. Ft. Information
Building Area Total: 2137
Living Area: 1638
Main Level Sq. Ft.: 1159
Upper Level Sq. Ft.: 479
Lower/Basement Level Sq. Ft (Finished): 311
Bedroom Information
Primary Bedroom Description: Closet Walk in,Suite,Tub Whirlpool
# of Upper Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Beds MU: 3
Bedrooms MU: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Upper): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Half Baths (Main): 1
Half Baths MU: 1
Half Bathrooms MU: 1
Full Baths MU: 3
Full Bathrooms MU: 2
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 13x11
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Features: Carpet
Room Dimensions: 12x10
Room Level: Upper
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Features: Carpet
Room Dimensions: 12x11
Room Level: Upper
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 19x12
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 15x11
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 12x10
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 08x08
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Features: Carpet
Room Dimensions: 23x13
Room Level: Basement
Other Rooms Information
Rooms Upper: 2
Rooms Main: 5
Rooms Basement: 1
# of Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Finished, Sump Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Gas
Cooling Information: Central Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Attic Access, Built In Book Shelves, Hardwood Floors, Windows Wood, Wood Work Painted, Breakfast Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, MicroHood, Electric Water Heater
Areas Interior: Living Room Formal
Exterior
Building Information
Percent Optional Level Finished: 50-75%
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Open Patio, Covered Porch
Fencing: Privacy
Property Information
Ownership Interest Types: No Assoc
Other Equipment: Radon System, Smoke Alarm
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Acres: <1/4 Acre
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.1
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalks, Storm Sewer, Mature Trees
Utilities
Utility Information
Utility Prim Sewage Disp: Municipal Sewer Connected
Water Source: Municipal/City
Utilities: Cable Available, Gas
Solid Waste Information: Yes
Location
School Information
High School District: Indianapolis Public Schools
Location Information
Directions: Located on the southeast corner of 40th & Ruckle.
Tax Legal Description: ARDMORE PT L68, 80' W END
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,441
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 4,478 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Marion County
APN: 490613125054000801
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: kelly@goodlivingindy.com
Green Information
Green Certification YN: No
Home Information
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Stucco
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
James Whitcomb Riley School 43
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
KIPP Indianapolis College Preparatory
Charter 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
4/10
Shortridge High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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
4/10 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 • 46205
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$356,000 – $431,000
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