Super cute & charming 2 bed/1bath home in Butler Tarkington area with neutral decor and many updates. Hang out in the sunroom overlooking a fabulous deep backyard for entertaining! Includes storage shed & privacy fence. New roof in 2017. Newer appliances, backsplash/countertops, cabinetry and windows. Great location ...close to Butler campus, Broad Ripple and the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Wonderful opportunity to own in an area that is up and coming with many new remodels in the neighborhood. Washer/dryer included. Hurry this will not last! Move right in and start living!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
8,799 sq ftLot Size
$209Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Mary Wernke• F.C. Tucker Company
Listed by Maryanne O'Brien• F.C. Tucker Company
Contact: mary.wernke@encoresir.com
Bought with Danielle Maynard• Carpenter, REALTORS®
Butler-Tarkington Updated Fresh Neutral Decor Home with a nice size lot! New windows, siding, plumbing, wiring, furnace/AC, appliances, shed, fence, Kitchen, etc. Laminate floors throughout, Spacious living room, bright kitchen has adjoining dining/laundry area. Enclosed sun porch. Nice sized bedrooms w/closets! Large private fenced yard w/storage shed. Close to Campus!! Great Rental opportunity.
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21161317
May 18, 2012
Listing Removed
—
May 17, 2012
Sold
$30,950
$33/sq ft
Feb 16, 2012
Listed
$39,900
$43/sq ft
+5
In Butler Tarkington :Not much on "class" but with a little work the student would love it. This will definitely cash flow. 2 bedroom 1 bath in a great location and a fantastic price.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,716 (−2.3%)
$21,200 + $135,700
$156,900
2024
$1,756
$21,200 + $124,400
$145,600
2023
$1,756 (−4.5%)
$21,200 + $124,400
$145,600
2022
$1,838 (+17.2%)
$21,200 + $129,300
$150,500
2021
$1,568 (+5.0%)
$21,200 + $109,300
$130,500
2020
$1,493 (+59.7%)
$21,200 + $109,300
$130,500
2019
$935 (+14.0%)
$21,200 + $103,600
$124,800
2018
$820 (+32.6%)
$21,200 + $72,900
$94,100
2017
$618 (+19.6%)
$21,200 + $59,400
$80,600
2016
$517 (+5.3%)
$21,200 + $59,400
$80,600
2015
$491 (+5.8%)
$21,200 + $45,500
$66,700
2014
$464 (−0.6%)
$21,200 + $44,700
$65,900
2013
$467
$21,200 + $43,500
$64,700
Tax history for 4247 Rookwood Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,716 (−2.3%)
$21,200 + $135,700
$156,900
2024
$1,756
$21,200 + $124,400
$145,600
2023
$1,756 (−4.5%)
$21,200 + $124,400
$145,600
2022
$1,838 (+17.2%)
$21,200 + $129,300
$150,500
2021
$1,568 (+5.0%)
$21,200 + $109,300
$130,500
2020
$1,493 (+59.7%)
$21,200 + $109,300
$130,500
2019
$935 (+14.0%)
$21,200 + $103,600
$124,800
2018
$820 (+32.6%)
$21,200 + $72,900
$94,100
2017
$618 (+19.6%)
$21,200 + $59,400
$80,600
2016
$517 (+5.3%)
$21,200 + $59,400
$80,600
2015
$491 (+5.8%)
$21,200 + $45,500
$66,700
2014
$464 (−0.6%)
$21,200 + $44,700
$65,900
2013
$467
$21,200 + $43,500
$64,700
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
220 ft.
Lot size
8,799 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
928
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
490614114029000801
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 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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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 13, 2023 • Final
Right of way permit-excavation
Perform emergency work on a lateral utility line.
Plumbing
Feb 1, 2013 • Active
Heating & cooling permit-1-2 family-replacement
Remove and replace the furnace and air conditioning vent.
HVAC
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
Parking Features: None
Interior
Interior Sq. Ft. Information
Building Area Total: 928
Living Area: 928
Main Level Sq. Ft.: 928
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms Main: 2
Beds MU: 2
Bedrooms MU: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
Full Baths MU: 2
Full Bathrooms MU: 1
Room 1 Information
Room Features: Laminate
Room Dimensions: 13x11
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Features: Laminate
Room Dimensions: 11x10
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Features: Laminate
Room Dimensions: 15x14
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Laminate
Room Dimensions: 10x7
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Features: Laminate
Room Dimensions: 13x9
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Room Features: Laminate
Room Dimensions: 15x6
Room Level: Main
Other Rooms Information
Rooms Upper: 0
Rooms Main: 5
Rooms Basement: 0
# of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Gas
Cooling Information: High Efficiency (SEER 16 +)
Interior Features
Interior Features: Attic Access
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Exterior
Property Information
Ownership Interest Types: No Assoc
Other Equipment: Smoke Alarm
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Acres: <1/4 Acre
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.202
Utilities
Utility Information
Utility Prim Sewage Disp: Municipal Sewer Connected
Water Source: Municipal/City
Solid Waste Information: No
Location
School Information
High School District: Indianapolis Public Schools
Location Information
Directions: From Meridian and 38th, Take 38th West .5 miles to Rookwood Ave. Head North on Rookwood Ave .6 miles to property on the east side of the street.
Tax Legal Description: ARTHUR V BROWN'S FAIRMOUNT
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 928
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,799 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Marion County
APN: 490614114029000801
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: mary.wernke@encoresir.com
Green Information
Green Certification YN: No
Home Information
Foundation Details: Slab
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
James Whitcomb Riley School 43
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
Shortridge High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$185,000 – $224,000
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