5421 E University Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46219
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OFF MARKET

5421 E University Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46219

Irvington
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,114 sqft

$320,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,959/mo*
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$320,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,959/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
3,114 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools3 Preschool Schools4 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools4 High Schools
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Description

WELCOME TO UNIVERSITY AVENUE THE HEART OF IRVINGTON & ORIGINAL BUTLER CAMPUS DISTRICT WITH IT'S WINDING STREETS, PARK LIKE SETTINGS & CHIMING CHURCH BELLS * 5421 IS A CLASSIC 1940 ALL BRICK CAPE COD THAT HAS BEEN IMMACULATELY KEPT & CHERISHED BY OWNER FOR NEARLY 50 YEARS * FROM THE BRICK WALK-WAY TO THE GRACIOUS SLATE TILE ENTRY A WARM WELCOME AWAITS YOU * 4-BED + 2-COMPLETELY REMODELED BATHS * 20X13 L/R FEATURES AN EXPANSIVE PICTURE WINDOW FRAMING THE TIMELESS VIEW + ALL BRICK WOODBURNING FIREPLACE FLANKED BY BUILT-IN BOOKCASES * 2 MAIN LEVEL BEDROOMS * PRIMARY BED FEATURES DOUBLE CEDAR LINED CLOSETS * FORMAL D/R OVERLOOKS QUAINT GALLEY KITCHEN FEATURING SMALL BREAKFAST BAR, SOLID WOOD CABINETS (PAINTED A MULBERRY HUE), S/S FRIGIDAIRE GALLERY APPLIANCES (GAS), UPDATED COUNTERS & BACKSPLASH * OFF SET STAIRCASE LEADS TO CHARMING UPPER LEVEL * 2 LARGE BEDROOMS WITH DORMER NOOKS, KNEE WALL STORAGE, WALK-IN CLOSETS & FULL REMODELED BATH * ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES AWAIT YOU IN FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT WITH POURED CONCRETE WALLS, LAUNDRY (W&D INCLUDED) & CONCRETE WASH TUB * UPDATES IN THE LAST 8-10 YEARS INCLUDE HVAC, REMODELED BATHROOMS, ROOF/GUTTERS, SIDING, PLUMBING SERVICE LINES * MATURE LOT W/GARDEN AREA * 1-CAR DETACHED GARAGE * SHARED DRIVEWAY * WALKING DISTANCE TO BONA THOMPSON CENTER AND DIRECTLY ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE D.C. STEPHENSON MANSION * ONE LOOK AND YOU WILL WANT TO CALL THIS HOME!
5421 E University Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46219 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,114 sqft single-family home in Irvington, built in 1940. It last sold for $275,000 on Oct 25, 2024 (8% below the $299,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $320,200, with a rent estimate of $1,927/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 5421 E University Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3114 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dryer, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, WasherDryerLaundry: In BasementRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living Room, Masonry, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit BreakersHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Storm Window(s), Wood Frames, WoodWorkStain/Painted
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One and One Half

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: CoveredExterior: OtherFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Other Parking: Garage Parking Other(Guest Street Parking)No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Concrete,Gravel
Farm & Range
Horse Amenities: None

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 27

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape Cod,Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 491010101006000701

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $299,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Sep 30 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: IndianapolisCommunity: Veronica University
School Information
Elementary School: Irvington Community SchoolHigh School District: Irvington Community School

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Nottingham Team

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3114 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7100.28 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None, As Is

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 21999429
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by Arla Frazier
F.C. Tucker Company
Bought with: Leslie McNeeley, (812) 306-6561, @properties
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#21999429

Price History for 5421 E University Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/25/2024$275,000Sold
MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21999429
10/01/2024$299,000PendingMIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21999429
09/05/2024$299,000Listed For SaleMIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21999429

Market trends in Indianapolis

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$238K
$16.58KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$141
$7MoM
Available listings
3812
187MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,552
Assessment$243,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5421 E University Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
116 Johnson Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$295,000
10/23/25
3
2
3,168
124 Johnson Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.21
Single-Family Home
$260,750
10/10/25
3
2
2,476
5511 E University Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.12
Single-Family Home
$333,000
03/13/26
4
2.5
2,442
23 S Downey Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.25
Single-Family Home
$292,305
07/18/25
3
2
2,846
310 S Butler Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$235,000
09/30/25
3
1.5
2,732
246 S Ritter Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.08
Single-Family Home
$429,000
06/19/26
4
3
3,244
5451 Julian Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$395,000
11/26/25
4
2.5
3,098
373 S Burgess Ave, Indianapolis, IN
0.21
Single-Family Home
$220,000
06/18/26
3
1.5
2,337

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Neighborhood Overview

Irvington
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What Locals Say about Irvington

At least 156 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 90 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say there are community events

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Trekelin Palmer
    "Very spacious and clean area. Families with dogs would love this area. Beautiful area with many dog owners"
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  • Jnard
    "It’s dog friendly and there are trails and dog specialty stores… there are a couple restaurants that let you dine with your dog as well "
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  • Jonathan Santiago
    "Friendly and safe neighborhood, most places are kept well maintained. Very calm and great for walks. "
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  • Andrea.sanders1985
    "Historic Irvington Halloween festival a week, spooky stories one night, vampire run and costume contest day of. "
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  • Trulia User
    "By vehicle or by foot. There are many businesses around this little area. It is quaint and feels safe. "
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  • Trulia User
    "extremely easy to get around in Irvington and you will find that you will. love it here. give it try "
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  • Trulia User
    "lots of beautiful houses to walk by and ppl are always friendly. there is also a park nearby with a 1 mile trail that Is enjoyable to walk "
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    "Everyone walks all around the neighborhood. Everyone is friendly and says hello to one another. There is an atmosphere of friendliness that is very rare these days. "
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    "Irvingtons love for Halloween festival and their parade. Also know for all of the history left within the historic neighborhood. "
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    "Halloween parade and festival! Events at Black Acre. Local shops like Hampton Designs and LandLocked. "
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  • Trulia User
    "easy access by bicycle, on foot, public transport, or pov to anywhere in the city or on the donut by 465, 70, 40, or the Pennsy Trail "
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  • Trulia User
    "This area is safe and well maintained. The community it great and everyone friendly. There is also a neighborhood watch all over Irvington. Your privacy is respected along with everything else. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of crime and random homeless or drug addicts. Pretty much harmless but still lock your car and house at all times. Otherwise very affordable if your on a super tight budget. Plenty of places nearby to work or eat weather by car or foot or bus transportation "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood is right by a walk path that leads to downtown with bus stops just around the corner on Washington street super markets close and fast food. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The living history, German Tudor style architecture, lots of old growth trees and lovely parks, the Halloween festival"
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  • Trulia User
    "Majority of streets have sidewalks to safely walk your dog. Access to Ellenberg park, Pennsy trail and pleasant run trail"
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy access to 465 and 70, so I have options if there is heavy traffic on one or the other. Easy shot straight to downtown Indy as well."
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  • Ronimua
    "Very friendly and helpful people living here! Holiday season are awesome Farmers market is blooming "
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  • Caitoa215
    "It feels like almost every home in this area has at least one dog, people are always walking their dogs in the neighborhood!"
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  • Ana E.
    "There are many families in our neighborhood. There is a nice close park with a pool and tennis court. "
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  • Fmarieb.1028
    "We have the Irvington Halloween festival the last Saturday in October. Lots of people come from all over Indy "
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  • Breanne J. D.
    "Safe and friendly during the day. lots of shops and food options. night time can be scary. lock your cars. "
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  • Fmarieb.1028
    "The Halloween festival is a very popular event in Irvington. There are hundreds of people that come from all over Indianapolis every year."
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  • Nld4312
    "Dog owners would love this area. You see dogs everyday on the streets of Irvington. All of them are friendly. Walking dogs is a great way to get to know your neighbors and break the ice. "
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  • Paulhelling2
    "nice area to raise children... good bike trails... busses run regularly. Most resident keep their yards up and shovel their snow. "
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  • Kayla G.
    "I am a young female and I feel safe living here. It is up and coming and growing quickly with a good sense of community "
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  • Jonathan S.
    "It’s nice and neighborly but still very close to all the downtown amenities, restaurant and entertainment!"
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  • Frank32purdue
    "I’ve grown up here my whole life and love the neighborhood. Trying my best to find a place around here I would hate to have to leave. "
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  • Sophia E. O.
    "Great family oriented area. Great people. The best around Halloween time. Irvington comes alive in the fall"
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  • Kylamartin42
    "Irvington is just an unique town. Very nice people and lovely area in general. Would definitely recommend this area to families and friends. "
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  • Paige V.
    "You see people walking their dogs regularly. You know the names of your neighbors. The Halloween festival is the best."
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  • Car1234me
    "Many people walk their dogs in the neighborhoods of Irvington. The main vet even sponsors a pet parade in the Halloween Days of Irvington."
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  • Car1234me
    "10 to 15 min. There are usually places to wait that have benches to sit on. I love where I live. I haves lived here for 14 years know and know many neighbors and the business owners are down to earth."
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  • Tepperjewelry1
    "There are many events in this historical area. Neighbors are friendly and helpful. I have lived in Irvington for 1+ years as a property owner."
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  • Cheryl m.
    "People are there for each other. We have crime watch with Fishers city police. Low crime here. Great amenities - like a much larger city."
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  • Ahousman2
    "There are a variety of historical aspects. It’s a family oriented area with lots of history and community spirit "
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  • Autumnleighdavis
    "My husband has been here for more than 30 years, I have been here for more than 10. The neighborhood is historic with winding streets, canopies of old trees and mounting charm."
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  • Diane C.
    "I love my neighbors. my family live nearby. there is always something going on in the park. more and more loves."
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