Step into a storybook setting in the beloved Bosart-Brown neighborhood, where this delightful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath historic home welcomes you with warmth, character, and a most gracious sense of charm. You'll see the house in all its naked glory AND staged virtually for your Pinterest board inspo. A covered front porch greets visitors in the loveliest way-just the sort of place where one might enjoy a quiet morning coffee. Inside, the spacious family room is quite enchanting, with rich hardwood floors, a handsome fireplace, stained-glass daylight windows, and built-in bookshelves that feel as though they've been keeping good company with readers for generations. The formal dining room (which could just as easily serve as a comfortable sitting room) features charming built-in bench seating and opens gracefully onto what may be the home's most irresistible feature: a newly stained, absolutely massive wood deck. It's the sort of outdoor space that invites long summer evenings, friendly gatherings, and quiet moments overlooking the sweet, fully-fenced backyard-a private little haven perfect for gardening, pets, or simply enjoying the fresh air. The contemporary kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an abundance of cabinetry, while a cozy breakfast room provides a cheerful spot to begin the day. Upstairs, the primary bedroom with its own full bath offers a comfortable retreat. Down below, the basement provides plentiful storage and and a garage adds everyday convenience. And the location-well, it's simply splendid. You'll find yourself just moments from the charm of Downtown Irvington, the natural beauty of Ellenberger Park, the scenic Pleasant Run Trail, and the new bike lanes along Michigan Street and New York Street, making it delightfully easy to explore the East Side and beyond. All told, this Bosart-Brown beauty is a home with heart, history, and a wonderful sense of welcome-ready for its next chapter
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
6,621 sq ftLot Size
$103Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Deb Kent• Compass Indiana, LLC
Bought with Catherine Henney• Keller Williams Indpls Metro N
Est. $1,582 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 404 N Riley Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #22093888
Jun 15, 2026
Sold
$250,000
$103/sq ft
Apr 17, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 9, 2026
Listed
$245,000
$101/sq ft
MIBOR #22041424
Oct 11, 2025
Rental Removed
$1,400
$1/sq ft
Sep 5, 2025
Price Changed
$1,400
$1/sq ft
Aug 19, 2025
Price Changed
$1,600
$1/sq ft
Jul 31, 2025
Listed for Rent
$1,700
$1/sq ft
Jul 3, 2025
Rental Removed
$1,700
$1/sq ft
May 29, 2025
Listed for Rent
$1,700
$1/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #22049087
Aug 19, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jul 22, 2025
Price Changed
$274,900
$114/sq ft
Jul 8, 2025
Listed
$287,900
$119/sq ft
MIBOR #21982254
Jun 12, 2024
Rental Removed
$1,600
$1/sq ft
Jun 4, 2024
Listed for Rent
$1,600
$1/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21674051
Jan 30, 2020
Sold
$195,000
$81/sq ft
Dec 21, 2019
Pending
—
Dec 10, 2019
Price Changed
$204,900
$85/sq ft
Dec 3, 2019
Price Changed
$209,900
$87/sq ft
Nov 22, 2019
Relisted
—
Oct 20, 2019
Pending
—
Oct 19, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Oct 15, 2019
Price Changed
$214,900
$89/sq ft
Oct 9, 2019
Listed
$219,900
$91/sq ft
+29
Want to leave the home reno to pros? Check out this 3 bed, 2.5 bath Emerson Heights beauty! Beautiful turn-key renovation. Brand new, "to-the-studs" kitchen and bathrooms with en-suite master! This classic, American foursquare home is a perfect blend of old & new and is move-in ready! Great location between Irvington & Near Eastside. Area of much renovation...bike to nearby Irvington shops, restaurants and walk to Ellenberger Park! Home features brand new furnace, new A/C, updated wiring & plumbing. Freshly painted interior, new lighting, landscaping, professionally-refinished hardwoods, new rear sidewalk, clean basement for future finishing. Home has garage, full rear privacy fence and huge deck for entertaining!
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21668383
Sep 30, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Sep 25, 2019
Price Changed
$224,900
$93/sq ft
Sep 19, 2019
Price Changed
$229,900
$95/sq ft
Sep 16, 2019
Listed
$239,900
$99/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21207764
Aug 2, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Aug 1, 2013
Sold
$61,000
$25/sq ft
Dec 10, 2012
Listed
$64,900
$27/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21135324
Feb 1, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Aug 3, 2011
Listed
$92,000
$38/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2558633
Mar 19, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Sep 21, 2005
Listed
$119,900
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,432 (+1.1%)
$22,000 + $120,100
$142,100
2024
$3,393 (−2.3%)
$22,000 + $117,200
$139,200
2023
$3,471 (−0.6%)
$22,000 + $117,200
$139,200
2022
$3,492 (+19.9%)
$22,000 + $120,600
$142,600
2021
$2,912 (+19.5%)
$22,000 + $100,500
$122,500
2020
$2,437 (+195.8%)
$22,000 + $100,500
$122,500
2019
$824 (+10.8%)
$5,000 + $96,600
$101,600
2018
$744 (+27.2%)
$5,000 + $83,300
$88,300
2017
$585 (+23.1%)
$5,000 + $73,800
$78,800
2016
$475 (+7.7%)
$5,000 + $73,800
$78,800
2015
$441 (+0.2%)
$5,000 + $66,500
$71,500
2014
$440 (+60.0%)
$5,000 + $63,800
$68,800
2013
$275
$5,000 + $66,000
$71,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
165 ft.
Lot size
6,621 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1968
Sq. Ft.
1,638
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
491004144102000101
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
D5
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.
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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
Jun 17, 2014 • Active
Heating & cooling permit-1-2 family-replacement
HVAC
Mar 1, 1996 • Final
Structural permit-1-2 family-miscellaneous
Tear off the existing roof and install new roofing and decking.
Roofing
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 information provided by MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.
Listing provided courtesy of: F.C. Tucker Company
Listing agent: Jeffrey Howell (3175703800)
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Sun Aug 30 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.