ATTENTION: Investors & House-Hackers! This well-maintained, remodeled duplex offers a perfect blend of charm and modern updates, making it a rare turn-key investment opportunity in the heart of Emerson Heights. Each side of this spacious property features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, with thoughtfully updated interiors including fully refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout, and stylishly renovated bathrooms. The home's character shines through with original custom-built cabinetry and intricate railing details that highlight the property's historic architecture. Both units also offer clean, usable basements with washer and dryer hookups. Recent system upgrades include a new roof, AC unit, furnace, and water heater. The property is individually metered, simplifying utility management. The property features a garage and off-street parking pad for each unit, a rare find in the neighborhood. 517 is currently under-rented at $1,100/month until 05/20/26. 519 is vacant, but has potential with projected rents of $1,200-$1,350/month. Whether you're an investor seeking solid cash flow or a homeowner looking to house-hack, this move-in-ready duplex checks all the boxes. Occupied unit being shown at this time on Wednesday, 07/16 from 4-6pm.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
6,186 sq ftLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Morgan Thompson• Berkley & State, LLC
Bought with Teresa Ashmore• T&H Realty Services, Inc.
Investment opportunity in this 2-unit multifamily home in Emerson Heights. Explore this home via an interactive 3D home tour, complete with floor plans, video & more. Each unit includes 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom on the upper level. The main level features a great room, formal dining room, & kitchen. Both sides have basement storage. Hardwood flooring and custom built-in cabinetry accent the historic architecture. New roof and some new mechanicals. Before closing, a new air central conditioner will be installed for the 517 unit. A 2-car garage with alley access for additional storage. Fully-fenced backyard. Several recent renovations have been completed to the 517 unit. The 519 unit has not been renovated. Both units have separate meters, and the tenants pay their own bills. Do not disturb the tenant in the 519 unit. Write any Purchase Agreement subject to seeing the 519 unit. Once accepted, an appointment will be scheduled to view it.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,155 (+23.7%)
$25,100 + $188,100
$213,200
2024
$4,168 (+15.4%)
$25,100 + $144,600
$169,700
2023
$3,610 (−3.4%)
$25,100 + $144,600
$169,700
2022
$3,736 (+22.9%)
$25,100 + $121,100
$146,200
2021
$3,039 (+14.5%)
$25,100 + $100,600
$125,700
2020
$2,654 (+10.1%)
$25,100 + $100,600
$125,700
2019
$2,410 (+10.4%)
$9,200 + $99,500
$108,700
2018
$2,182 (+21.2%)
$9,200 + $87,200
$96,400
2017
$1,801 (+9.5%)
$9,200 + $69,600
$78,800
2016
$1,645 (+6.5%)
$9,200 + $69,600
$78,800
2015
$1,544 (−8.5%)
$9,200 + $64,000
$73,200
2014
$1,688 (−11.0%)
$9,200 + $60,700
$69,900
2013
$1,897
$9,200 + $68,700
$77,900
Tax history for 517 N Riley Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,155 (+23.7%)
$25,100 + $188,100
$213,200
2024
$4,168 (+15.4%)
$25,100 + $144,600
$169,700
2023
$3,610 (−3.4%)
$25,100 + $144,600
$169,700
2022
$3,736 (+22.9%)
$25,100 + $121,100
$146,200
2021
$3,039 (+14.5%)
$25,100 + $100,600
$125,700
2020
$2,654 (+10.1%)
$25,100 + $100,600
$125,700
2019
$2,410 (+10.4%)
$9,200 + $99,500
$108,700
2018
$2,182 (+21.2%)
$9,200 + $87,200
$96,400
2017
$1,801 (+9.5%)
$9,200 + $69,600
$78,800
2016
$1,645 (+6.5%)
$9,200 + $69,600
$78,800
2015
$1,544 (−8.5%)
$9,200 + $64,000
$73,200
2014
$1,688 (−11.0%)
$9,200 + $60,700
$69,900
2013
$1,897
$9,200 + $68,700
$77,900
*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
6
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
155 ft.
Lot size
6,186 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1922
Sq. Ft.
1,242
Year built
1922
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Marion County
APN
491004133006000101
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 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
Mar 1, 1996 • Final
Heating & cooling permit-1-2 family-replacement
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
Unit Parking: 2 Car Garage,Paved Area
Parking Features: Alley Access, Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Unfinished
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air
Multi-Family Financial Information
Gross Income: 28800
Expenses: 0
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 2
Unit Type 1 Information
Kitchen: 300
Levels: 2
Rent: 1100
Rent Frequency: Monthly
Unit Type: 3 Bedroom
Unit Type 2 Information
Kitchen: 300
Levels: 2
Rent: 0
Rent Frequency: Monthly
Unit Type: 3 Bedroom
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Other
Roof: Shingle
Property Features
Conversion: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Income
Property Sub Type: Duplex
Land Information
Current Use: See Remarks
Acres: <1/4 Acre
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.14
Road Access: Access Rd
Utilities
Utility Information
Solid Waste Information: No
Location
School Information
High School District: Indianapolis Public Schools
Location Information
Directions: GPS Friendly
Tax Legal Description: Emerson Heights L28 B2
Community Information
Low Maintenance Lifestyle YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,242
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,186 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: 1922
County: Marion County
APN: 491004133006000101
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Home Information
Foundation Details: Block
Structure Type: Duplex
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Ralph Waldo Emerson School 58
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Thomas Carr Howe Middle School - An IB World School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
1/10
Purdue Polytechnic High School - Englewood
Charter 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
3/10
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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, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% 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 • 46201
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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.
9.7 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$269,000 – $325,000
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