1255 E Sumner Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227
OFF MARKET

1255 E Sumner Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227

University Heights
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,185 sqft

$168,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,063/mo*
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$168,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,063/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,185 sqft

Local Information

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Description

One and a half story home with two bedrooms upstairs and two down. Located on a nice corner lot with a oversized two car detached garage with an efficiency apartment for your mother in-law or to make your mortgage payment.

Real estate investor needs cash! Buy as is for $40,000 or you pick the finishes and we will completely update both the home and the apartment for $78,000.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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Home Details for 1255 E Sumner Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
AtticIn-law unitNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1927Year Updated: 1927
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6185 sqft

Price History for 1255 E Sumner Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/03/2021$80,000Sold
MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21822865
11/11/2021$75,000PendingMIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21822865
11/05/2021$75,000Listed For SaleMIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21822865
06/03/2021$101,000Sold
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10/01/2016$40,000ListingRemovedN/A
08/28/2016$40,000Listed For SaleN/A
02/28/2001$27,200Sold
MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #2041662
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,059
Assessment$149,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1255 E Sumner Ave

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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1608 Edgecombe Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.28
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$170,000
08/04/25
3
2
1,080
3330 Linden St, Indianapolis, IN
0.16
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$78,000
10/28/25
3
1
1,944
1336 Norton Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.16
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$155,000
10/01/25
2
1
1,609
1226 Bacon St, Indianapolis, IN
0.43
Single-Family Home
$170,000
12/30/25
3
1.5
1,325
3324 Olive St, Indianapolis, IN
0.15
Single-Family Home
$140,000
08/07/25
2
1
860
1751 Sparrow Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.42
Single-Family Home
$195,000
08/22/25
3
2
1,289
532 Bacon St, Indianapolis, IN
0.67
Single-Family Home
$75,000
02/27/26
2
2
1,208
1525 Bacon St, Indianapolis, IN
0.46
Single-Family Home
$101,500
02/13/26
4
2
1,596
740 E Murry St, Indianapolis, IN
0.47
Single-Family Home
$75,000
01/16/26
2
1
1,209
1865 Sparrow Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.43
Single-Family Home
$198,500
02/17/26
3
2
1,036

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Neighborhood Overview

University Heights
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What Locals Say about University Heights

At least 46 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say it's quiet

  • 49 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 41 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 25 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 20 % Say there are community events

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  • Lauren Geist
    "Plenty of sidewalks and many other dog walkers & owners on every block. Friendly neighbors that care for their animals"
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  • Lauren Geist
    "Many dog owners in this neighborhood. Friendly owners that take care of their furry family members!!!! "
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  • Nicole Cooper-Dakus
    "We do not have community events. Other families have events that make them park in front of our driveway and make it impossible for us to get in or out. "
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  • Trulia User
    "When taking our your dog there be dropping everywhere because people are too lazy to just pick their dogs dropppings."
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  • Trulia User
    "great neighbors! I've lived here all my life, and it's a peaceful neighborhood. very pet friendly. don't usually get no trouble from anyone .."
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  • Trulia User
    "lived here all my life. quiet, friendly neighborhood near the university. Perry township schools are excellent, and very short distance to interstate and several bus stops. great neighbors, my large male pitbull has got out a few times and every time was back home shortly after thanks to helpful neighbors. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not many places to go with your dogs, a lot of stray cats run around the neighborhood so if your dog has little self control it can be a bit of a hassle. "
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  • Amcclaren5834
    "its nice and quiet around. the area is close to every thing you might need. the police are a bit over populated and the lack of bike lanes causes issues for me"
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  • Andrea
    "Perfect for those who would take the red line. Unique new restaurant within walking distance. Fun university neighborhood. Great place for walks in the afternoon. Safe and quiet- protected by uindy police. "
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  • Kassidy S.
    "It’s a good place to live with kids to grow up. Good for dogs but lot of police in area. College is great view and peaceful to walk around. "
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  • Silverdove1984
    "Have lived here for 2.5 years and it is a neighborhood that will hopefully get better in time. A lot of random people walking through and through traffic speeds. Needs speed bumps and patrols. "
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  • Audreyrenee2012
    "There are many parks in the area. It is a very safe and friendly place to live. There are stores and schools nearby."
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  • Shannon
    "its a quiet neighborhood and people are nice and the school #65 is a great school. the college kids use the neighborhood for jogging and live here also."
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  • M c.
    "it's a decent neighborhood. really like it. wouldn't mind owning a home here. the commute to work is decent as well"
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  • dana m.
    "Great area to live and relax. 10 minute drive to downtown and close to 465 and 65 for easy access anywhere. 3 parks are in walking distance of my home and close to Southeastway or Southwestway Indy parks for the longer hikes. Restaurants are easy to access in any direction. 20 minutes to Castleton and 20 minutes to Greenwood!"
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  • executivedelavega
    "I like the area is close to the higway, restaurants, shopping centers, I love the fact that I can walk to eat breakfast at McDonalds, Dennis restaurants or grocery shoping like Walt mart. Higly recomend it, is a quiet community & I really enjoy it."
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1255 E Sumner Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,185 sqft single-family home built in 1927. 1255 E Sumner Ave is located in University Heights, Indianapolis. This property is not currently available for sale. 1255 E Sumner Ave was last sold on Dec 3, 2021 for $80,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 1255 E Sumner Ave is $168,700.