8538 E 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46216
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$246,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 9, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,102 sqft

8538 E 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46216

Home Highlights

Apartment
2,102 sqft
$117/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Beautiful 2 bedroom 1.5 bath, Historic Condo with updated kitchen and bath, washer and dryer included, sunroom, custom closet dressing room, back porch and 2 car garage. Hardwood floors throughout, located in Ft Ben, Lawrence area, walking distance to restaurants, Ft. Ben State Park and the library. Utilities paid by renter.

Renter is responsible for all utilities, no smoking, no pets. 1 year rental agreement minimum. Owner will pay the HOA fees, mowing and external maintenance are taken care of by the owner. Two car detached garage.
8538 E 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46216 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,102 sqft apartment. It last sold for $164,000 on Aug 28, 2019 (8,100% above the $2,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2024 with an asking price of $2,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 26, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $246,300, with a rent estimate of $1,899/month.

Home Details for 8538 E 56th St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Detached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 8538 E 56th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5241 Boy Scout Rd, Indianapolis, IN
0.78
Apartment
$799,275
12/02/25
-
6,922 sqft
3680 N Newgate Ln, Indianapolis, IN
2.45
Apartment
$80,000
12/23/25
2
2
1,048 sqft
10064 Penrith Dr, Indianapolis, IN
3.71
-
-
-
1
-
1,012 sqft
8410 Hague Rd, Indianapolis, IN
3.81
Apartment
$180,000
10/09/25
3
2.5
1,530 sqft
5915 E 24th St, Indianapolis, IN
4.58
Apartment
$145,000
07/07/26
2
1
816 sqft
802 N Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN
6.34
Apartment
$165,000
10/20/25
1
1
797 sqft
915 N Drexel Ave, Indianapolis, IN
6.55
Apartment
$152,000
09/18/25
2
1
720 sqft
5302 E Saint Joseph St, Indianapolis, IN
6.12
Apartment
$250,000
06/11/26
1
2
672 sqft
Address Not Disclosed, Greenfield, IN
6.30
Apartment
$720,000
05/28/26
1
500 sqft
64 Jenny Ln, Indianapolis, IN
7.19
Apartment
$165,000
11/03/25
1
1
950 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Indianapolis

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,899/mo
Average rent
$1.56K
$11MoM
Available listings
101
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What Locals Say about Lawrence

At least 352 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 47 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 28 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Jakki Brooks
    "Easy to live here. Can afford surrounded . Need to be close to the family . Security is well worth it"
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  • Nicunurse2004
    "Dogs are always welcome. Owners are expected to pick up after their dogs. Some do not owners are very corrective about this."
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  • Real Raw
    "Certain parts of Lawrence are okay but the people makes it horrible, they’re dirty, have no respect for the neighbors better yet themselves that’s why it’s so cheap bc the people makes it not so nice to live here "
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  • Trulia User
    "You need a vehicle to commute to most anywhere. There is a bus stop on 46th street. The bus system in Indianapolis is inefficient. It takes an excessive amount of time to travel anywhere except downtown. The bus stop in not covered"
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  • Linda A.
    "Keeping there dog attended and not wondering around the. neighborhood. It’s a lot of residents that have dogs especially Pitbull so you have to be careful what street you talk a way on."
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  • Alissa R.
    "it's difficult if you dont have a car. but a lot of places are within walking distance. sometimes you can get a lyft for cheap and quickly. "
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  • Claire R.
    "I live and went to high school here. Everyone in Kensington Farms takes pride of ownership in their homes, lawns, and neighborhood. The fire department is excellent and so are the EMT's who go to calls with them. "
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  • Amy P.
    "Near great schools and safe friendly neighborhood. Many children for our children to play with. Xxxx"
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  • Queelaladerson
    "My neighborhood is great. The neighbor are friendly. Lots of families with kids and pets. Very quiet"
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  • Nicunurse2004
    "There are great families in our neighborhood and several ponds surrounded by homes! Lots of sports for youth and great schools. Peaceful area!"
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  • Gary
    "lived in this area for many years very convenient with many places to shop grocery stores, restaurants, auto repair etc."
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  • Makaila B.
    "it's getting worse everyday. it used to just be indy, but it spreads closer and closer. schools arent awful, but they sure arent great"
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  • Nicunurse2004
    "We have lived here for over 20 years and find it very peaceful and secure and good home values! Many of our neighbors have lived here as long as we have love you can count on them if you’re in a pinch!"
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  • Ericka H.
    "I like Lawrence Township it’s a great place to raise your family and make friends stores are close by Mozzo convenient for most essential needs great place for children to play outside with friends "
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  • Ericka H.
    "I like Lawrence it’s a wonderful area to raise your children I want to please I really involved and try really hard to keep the neighbor hood safe I wish they would update the homes but over all great"
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  • Jada C.
    "The 4th of July parade is really nice but the candy hurts when they throw it sometimes. Other than that they don’t do much in Lawrence that’s “special”."
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  • Denise D.
    "I have lived in Lawrence the past 15 years. I like the community, lots of grocery stores to choose from and restaurants! Most people are friendly and I enjoy living in Lawrence!"
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  • Lynn D.
    "Plenty of well maintained sidewalks for walking. Area is safe. Very pet friendly. People do pick up after their dogs. "
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  • Jamie S.
    "Nice parks. People say hi to each other. It is nice. Seems to be an up and coming area. Room for more growth. "
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  • Natasha G.
    "The neighborhood is good if it’s not near post road around 42nd street. I would say German church road around 46th street and stay north is the better areas to reside. "
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  • Kendra H.
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 6 years and I love it, the school system is good, and the resident’s look out for each other"
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  • Tyandtracy4.14.14
    "I drive everywhere I go as bus service isn’t convenient in my area. Busses are available in other areas but not those further away from the city."
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  • Linda A.
    "The Catholic Church by my home present summer fair yearly for the community. The community does not offer a lot of event. "
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  • Carla Y.
    "We have a Jazz in the park we have farmers market and then we have the Fort Harrison Nature parkWe have a lot of dog parks we have a lot of friendly people it’s just like a big family"
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  • Fanchon B.
    "Please keep children out of street, and in yards or sidewalks. So many fast drivers throughout neighborhood. Seen a young girl get hit on bike and driver kept going. "
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  • Yep
    "not a great neighborhood to raise kids. it's quite sad because I have grown up here but Lawrence has gone completely and entirely downhill"
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  • Lady U.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 2 years and went to LNHS for high school. The neighborhood is beautiful, homes were built to last and of quality. Neighbors take pride on their homes and landscaping which make it pleasant to come home to and be proud to live here."
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  • Mrs. D
    "the commute is great. local store in 5-10 min range. High traffic in the morning, but not congested. slower traffic in the evening. "
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  • Dee N.
    "Great neighborhood, somewhat diverse. Like a area and would recommend for families. property value to high in some neighborhoods. Ask for too much with no updated features in home. "
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  • Cdice
    "nice neighborhood, everyone on my street communicates, looks out for eachother and keep up with the yards well. we feel comfortable and safe"
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  • SR
    "The teens ask their neighbors for permission before having an event to make sure they aren’t bothered. "
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  • Candace P.
    "I’ve been living in area for 2 years it’s quiet half the time. My neighbors are pleasant, take pride in maintaining their yards. The apartments in area well 2 are under new management the Residence Apartments are nice. The Lenox still under renovations no comment."
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  • Kassybride95
    "Everyone keeps to themselves. Railroad is just down the block and two close gas stations down the road. Semi-safe area but would not suggest going out after dark."
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  • Mia T.
    "I’m not a dog owner however it seems like our community is dog friendly and we have plenty of parks and trails for one to walk their dog. "
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  • Candace P.
    "My apartment community is smaller than any other place I’ve lived in. Neighbors are pleasant and the area is in my opinion a prime area. Minute away from Castleton Square and wide variety of stores and restaurants. "
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  • Toni L. A.
    "good neighborhood for children to grow up. quiet and friendly neighbors easily accessible to restaurants and stores"
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  • Maria M.
    "dogs on leashes only. not too many stray pets. most yards are fenced. families walking dogs is very common. "
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  • Monique B.
    "It’s a spacious environment where dogs have room to run free and use the bathroom when they need to. Everyone with dogs here are also pretty friendly to other dog owners "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 26, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,000
Sep 11, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,000
Aug 28, 2019
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21653393
Sold
$164,000
Jul 24, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$169,000
Jul 10, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$169,000

Frequently asked questions about 8538 E 56th St

  • What is 8538 E 56th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8538 E 56th St in Indianapolis, IN is $246,300.
  • What is the price history for 8538 E 56th St?
    8538 E 56th St in Indianapolis, IN last sold for $164,000 in August 2019.
  • 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 $269K. That is up $1.15K from the prior month.
  • Does 8538 E 56th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8538 E 56th St in Indianapolis, IN has air conditioning.
  • Does 8538 E 56th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8538 E 56th St in Indianapolis, IN has in-unit laundry.

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