In Marion County, McFarland Farms is a very popular neighborhood. It is a short commute downtown and is very close to the interstate. It is a nice family orientate area with a community pool, sidewalks, etc...

Yesterday, 12:26

Downtown Indy is very hard to beat. There are still some real values in the home market there and the upside is it will only continue to get better. You are steps away from Mass Avenue, where there is a lot of activity including live music, dancing, theatre, comedy, art, fine and casual restaurants, shopping - you name it. Not to mention sports. I live in an older condo area but each has its own enclosed patio and small garden in the front - enough space for small dogs. Everyone walks their dogs downtown, so if you're pet lovers, you'll fit right in. Check out their Renaissance Place web site below. There are a few units available, so do a drive by to see what you think. We're across from Riley Towers off of Alabama. Good luck! Indylady

Wed May 14 2008, 10:58

All the answers are correct. You need to give more information to give you recommendations. There are lots of great communities in Indianapolis and the surrounding counties. It's a great time to buy. Most agents work in the greater Indianapolis area and would be happy to assist you.

Sharon Isselhardt, Re/Max Select sharonisselhardt@remax.net 317-697-3212

Thu May 8 2008, 17:43

Are you city people or suburb people? That's the key question. If you are city people, downtown, Broad Ripple or Butler are fun. Also in Carmel's city center it feels like "city" -- where you can walk everywhere. Eagle Creek park area is great, too. It's the largest city park in America & there is a dog park. So, if you are into your dog & love the outdoors, living close to that park is so lovely April-Sept.

Mon May 5 2008, 18:45

There are several great neighborhoods that you could choose from. As you probably know the majority of property tax income goes to schools. Are schools of any concern to you? If so then i would suggest different areas than if they were not. Also you will need to define the amount of property tax that you feel is excessive. Could you provide a little more information about the home you are looking for? What do you want to be close to? Job, entertainment, etc.
davidallen@remax.net

Thu May 1 2008, 05:52

The massive property tax hike in Marion county has set in motion a serious problem that will mean the end of the successful rehabilitation of most center township neighborhoods. Watch old mansions that scraped by the white flight, became multi-units, returned to single-family become multi-units again. Just to cover the taxes!

Do yourself a favor - RESEARCH the property taxes of every area you're interested in. Real estate values have not declined enough/at all to reflect the absurd property tax hikes places like Broadripple, Meridian Kessler, Old Northside, Butler Tarkington, Williams Creek, Nora have experienced. Avoid these areas (I say with a sad face) because you will not be 'owning' anything - just renting from the state. Check out Fountain Square, Irvington, Holy Cross, Ransom District, Babe Denny, Little Flower, Garfield Park, New Augusta neighborhoods, which "got lucky" and avoided the absurd appreciation the state slapped on some of the nicer neighborhoods. Or just go out to the traffic jam suburbs and join the vinyl village crowd stuck in traffic all day.

Mon Apr 7 2008, 12:29

Is a condo an option for you? I'm working on adding all condo communities to my website and you can search and see what is currently for sale in any of the communities. Let me know if you'd like more information!

Fri Apr 4 2008, 18:38

Would like to help answer your question but please help me first with some information:
1. Can you please help clarify what "nice" means to you?
2. What are your interests?
3. If you will be working, what area do you work in?
4. What do you like most about your present living situation?
5. What do you like least about your present living situation?
6. Describe your perfect home?

While I am not a real estate agent I am a mortgage broker (I can help you in that area if needed), I can help you learn about the area.
Let me know if you need any help
Tony Grego - Indiana Mortgage Company

Mon Mar 31 2008, 12:51

I've really been satisfied with the area around Herron Morton, Fall Creek Place, and Old Northside. Fall Creek has recently gotten several multi-million dollars federal grants , and is now a great, nice neighborhood, with a Salon, fresh market, and many other stores just a few blocks away. Also Fountain Square is growing nicer every day and has diners, bike shops, dance halls, bowling, up-scale dining, very affordable housing and much more. Try http://greatindyneighborhoods.org/

Pretty much all the neighborhoods that are historic or in cultural district you can't go wrong with.
Also check out some of my links.

Mon Mar 31 2008, 10:21

I am a Realtor with Coldwell Banker and have lived on the South Side and Greenwood all my life please email me or call with any questions you might have I am here to help

Sun Mar 30 2008, 06:18

Most young couples gravitate towards Broad Ripple Village, Meridian Kessler (historic architecture) or Mass Ave (downtown area). These areas are culturally diverse, and have many activities inlcuding- dining, the arts, walking trails (monon) and shopping. Prices vary between the three areas, but all are similiar in age range, leisure and charm in architecture. Please email me addtl information and I can send you listings that match the areas above. I look forward to hearing from you and the possibility of working with you.
Sincerely,
Mariam Rahmani

Sat Mar 29 2008, 15:11

It doesn't matter how old or young you are, it still depends on what you may be looking for! To make it easier, why don't you make a list of five things you MUST have in a home and a list of five things you WANT to have in your home. Then, we can work together to find the perfect home for you. There are so many really nice neighborhoods in Indianapolis proper as well as the outlying areas; so many ways to enjoy all the choices and opportunities this area has to offer. Shoot me an email -- I would love to introduce you to this area. I moved here from Gary, IN and worked in Chicago. Indianapolis is great!

Fri Mar 28 2008, 19:58

What a tough question! There are lots of nice neighborhoods in the city. Alot will depend on your budget, what local amenities you would like, and what is a comfortable commute for you. Areas like Broad Ripple, downtown condos and restored homes are great areas to start looking. Please feel free to email with your needs and wants and I can help narrow your search. Have a good weekend!

Fri Mar 28 2008, 15:04