8538 E 42nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46226
OFF MARKET

$186,400

Trulia Estimate
  • Studio
  • 1 Bath
  • 864 sqft

8538 E 42nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46226

Far Eastside
Est. Refi. Payment $1,200/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 3, 2018 for $50,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$186K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$22K (+13.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$137K (+273.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +283% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$187K
August 2026$186K
July 2026$185K
June 2026$190K
May 2026$196K
April 2026$171K
March 2026$168K
February 2026$164K
January 2026$162K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4047 Aspen Way, Indianapolis, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$50,000
10/02/25
3
1
864
8340 E 41st Pl, Indianapolis, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$140,000
05/27/26
3
1
864
8239 Meadowlark Dr, Indianapolis, IN
0.30
Single-Family Home
$108,000
11/05/25
3
1
925
4132 Biscayne Rd, Indianapolis, IN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$104,900
02/03/26
3
1
1,073
8724 Montery Rd, Indianapolis, IN
0.26
Single-Family Home
$134,900
04/22/26
3
1
925
8517 E 42nd St, Indianapolis, IN
0.04
Single-Family Home
$150,000
05/13/26
5
1
1,728
8246 E 41st Pl, Indianapolis, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$120,500
06/03/26
3
1
864
8339 E 42nd St, Indianapolis, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$154,027
11/19/25
3
1
1,073
3930 Chateau Dr, Indianapolis, IN
0.34
Single-Family Home
$99,000
05/18/26
3
1
1,073
4072 Arborcrest Dr, Indianapolis, IN
0.34
Single-Family Home
$137,000
07/20/26
3
1
864

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
8603 E 42nd Pl, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.04
$163,000
4
1.5
1,197
Recently Sold
8525 E 42nd Pl, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.03
$183,900
3
1
1,344
Off Market
4242 N Dubarry Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.09
$139,500
4
1
900
Off Market
4249 Dubarry Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.10
$176,000
3
1.5
1,836
Off Market
4248 N Dubarry Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.10
$140,000
3
1
1,386
Off Market
4248 Dubarry Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.10
$186,900
4
1.5
1,386
Recently Sold
8517 E 42nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.05
$150,000
5
1
1,728
Recently Sold
4143 Richelieu Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.06
$145,100
3
1
1,769
Off Market
4254 Dubarry Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.12
$180,000
3
1.5
1,200
Recently Sold
8442 E 42nd Pl, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.09
$141,200
4
1
1,197
Off Market
8441 E 42nd Pl, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.09
$125,900
3
1
1,008
For Sale
4144 Richelieu Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226
0.08
$185,800
4
1.5
2,052
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools5 Preschool Schools9 Elementary Schools4 Middle Schools4 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1962
864 sqft
$216/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 8538 E 42nd St, Indianapolis, IN. 8538 E 42nd St is in the Far Eastside neighborhood in Indianapolis, IN and in ZIP code 46226. This property has 1 bathroom and approximately 864 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7318 sqft and was built in 1962.
8538 E 42nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46226 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 864 sqft single-family home in Far Eastside, built in 1962. It last sold for $50,000 on May 3, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $186,400, with a rent estimate of $1,509/month.

Home Details for 8538 E 42nd St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1962Year Updated: 1962
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7318 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 3, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$50,000
Feb 20, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$34,011

Market trends in Far Eastside

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$171K
$9.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.9%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$120
$1MoM
Available listings
198
23MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Far Eastside
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What Locals Say about Far Eastside

At least 223 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 58 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 36 % Say there's wildlife

  • 34 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 26 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Nicolerymer
    "It’s not great I don’t feel comfortable here in this area too many potholes in the neighborhood bad streets"
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  • Kwaali93
    "Driving parking everywhere I go it’s all good and everything is close to me so I’m not worried about anything"
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  • Geminifool77
    "i would like to know where are the low income apartments located on the east side of town & where can i find them "
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  • Crystina Brooks
    "Quiet as long as you mind your business..it’s not that bad as people make it out to be ..it’s alright "
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  • Crystina Brooks
    "Block parties and yard sales it is a good neighborhood to live and work in good community to live in."
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  • Orellanakristie
    "There are sometimes strays that you have to be careful with while walking your pet. So far it’s a quite area "
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  • Karamorrill16
    "when purchasing a home, be aware that there is hoa assessment fees if live in hoa communities and are to pay them ."
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  • Trulia User
    "lots of streets to walk down large blocks between main roads almost all have sidewalks and always see others walking their dogs "
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  • Trulia User
    "The houses are well distant, most of the neighbors are friendly. Majority of industry and employment."
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  • Miss D. D.
    "We currently do not have great public transportation access. There are no bus stops near and many will be removed from the area. "
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  • Emily B.
    "If you have a fence you can have a dog. Too many stray dogs run through our yard and hop our fence. Please put a collar on your dogs"
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  • Tamaura S.
    "high crime and gun shoots often at night, we do not feel safe in this area but it is affordable and that's why we are here"
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  • Glawson0629
    "Eastside all my life and it’s a nice erea I would love for my kids and grandchildren and the their kids to come up on the East side of town"
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  • Mikejuliomtf
    "Safe and busy and continuing to grow! There is always a sense of growth and kindness as people in the daily routine commute!"
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  • Jrlsmom
    "Very rare to see a dog being walked in the neighborhood. Also don’t see many dogs running loose. I have walked my dog in my neighborhood. Didn’t have any problems."
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  • Dan H.
    "Lots of nearby gunfire. I have a squatter in one neighbor's house and a garbage hoarder in the other. Some places are well maintained, but most others are renters and they don't take care of anything. this area doesn't feel safe."
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  • Audrea N. P.
    "Between Post Rd and Mitthoffer they do not have good schools and safety is always a concern. Move anywhere else. I don’t let my kids trick or treat or ride bikes further than I can see. There are no more grocery stores in the area due to theft. "
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  • Rebecca J.
    "I've lived here for about 8 months now, I don't feel safe, I don't like leaving my apartment to go to work grocery store anyting, in the crime is unbelievable in this neighborhood"
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  • Miayva W.
    "to many kids to many fights not enough security need more neighborhood watch people need to make sure they know where there kids are at all times an everybody need to?mind there own business"
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  • D M.
    "Gum shots in the neighborhoods. Theft of homes. Destruct of property. Drug dealers in the neighborhoods. "
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  • Brittany P.
    "Some areas are nice and safe, however there’s a growing population of those who do not care about safety. "
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  • Sidney S.
    "Most people keep to themselves. But there have been many issues of car break-ins and many other types of theft. "
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  • Alieshayoung26
    "there are many families in our neighborhood and all the kids love to play and hang out. everyone is very nice. "
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  • Tydajhia016
    "It be shooting, its loud music, kids play outside when it’s hot, dogs be out lose. Restaurants are far but not that far but it’s far walk distance. "
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  • Gerardo M.
    "I do not since I so not own a dog but I have seen people with dogs walking them so I will assume that they would not like. Instead they probably would want a dog park."
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  • Dennis
    "Quiet place no place like home lol we all stay to ourselves don’t see nothing and don’t hear nothin "
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  • Chrystionne S. .
    "Neighbors keep up the yards. Watch out for unusual activities and keep the area clean and noise free at night. "
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  • Maria M.
    "easy to get to 465 or 70 easy to get home heavy traffic in other areas. about 45 mins from downtown in rush hour."
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  • Kristinabadger
    "Not much is special here...the only community thing we have or do is Neighborhood Watch meetings. The kids play a lot in the street so you have to constantly watch for them because their parents are no where to be found!"
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  • Jason A. C. R.
    "there is no events for this area. Not on the state or city qqebsite. community events would be very helpful to the area and help with the crime"
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  • Tara
    "New Beginnings Chirch does a Rock the Park event at Grassy Creek each year. It is great for the kids."
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  • Eva J. R.
    "i moved from NYC to northeastwood...and i love it!...my kids can play outside safely till late in night...neighbors are great!..everything i need is walking distance!...no complain!"
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  • mondo2111
    "Most neighbors are nice and know each other and help each other as needed. I have lived in this area for 20+ years and have NEVER had any trouble. I have even seen deer and other wildlife walk down the street at times! "
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  • junebugg63081
    "A lot of rentals in this area now because everyone wants to get away from the east side. This street stays pretty quiet, but people drive way to fast and have no respect"
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  • chrisazp
    "I lived on this street in the 1990s and 2000s and raised my family there. What began as an idyllic, sociable neighborhood where families looked out for one another declined over the next two decades into an area where shootings, car bombs, break-ins and gang activity made it a place you were afraid to come home to or leave. My family wouldn't even come visit me. This is no place for children, and I can't honestly recommend it for anyone. "
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  • Tasha W.
    "i bought my first home in this area two years ago..I like the neighborhood. I live on a very nice street. My neighbors watch my house while i work and go to school. "
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Frequently asked questions about 8538 E 42nd St

  • What is 8538 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8538 E 42nd St in Indianapolis, IN is $186,400.
  • What is the price history for 8538 E 42nd St?
    8538 E 42nd St in Indianapolis, IN last sold for $50,000 in May 2018.
  • Is Indianapolis a buyer's or seller's market?
    Indianapolis is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Indianapolis?
    The median sale price in Indianapolis is $171K. That is down $9.5K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 8538 E 42nd St?
    The lot at 8538 E 42nd St in Indianapolis, IN is about 0.17 acres (7,318 sq ft).
  • Does 8538 E 42nd St have a garage?
    Yes, 8538 E 42nd St in Indianapolis, IN has a garage.

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