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    $2,400/mo

    656 E 42nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46205

    3beds
    2,784sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
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    Single family residence
    Available Fri Aug 15 2025
    Cats, small dogs OK
    Central air
    In unit laundry
    -- Parking
    Forced air
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Tree-lined streetFormal dining areaCovered front porchMain floor half bathStanding showerPrivate backyard
    Charming 3-Bedroom 2.5 bath single-family home for rent in one of Indianapolis' most desirable neighborhoods! This beautifully maintained three-story home seamlessly blends historic charm with modern updates, situated on a quiet, tree-lined street just a few steps from the Red Line and the College Avenue library. Location is a ten-minute drive to downtown Indianapolis or Broad Ripple. Walkable to local shops, cafes, and restaurants along College Ave and 46th Street. Quick access to the Monon Trail and Fall Creek Greenway - Covered front porch perfect for relaxing. - Front and back yard pollinator garden. - Formal dining area. - Main floor half bath and laundry. - Three bedrooms on the second level with a shared full bathroom. - The main bedroom has an en suite with a standing shower. - Bonus room/storage in a finished carpeted attic. - Private backyard with ample space for entertaining. - Lawn care equipment provided. - Biweekly recycling (two bins) and weekly trash lifts (two bins) are included with rent. - Small compost bin in kitchen and larger receptacle in yard with trash and recycling bins. - Pets accepted with additional security deposit and added pet rent (one dog or two cats). Serious inquiries only, please apply before requesting a tour. (Owner is not open to selling, please do not contact regarding property sale.) Tenant responsibilities include: - Obtaining and providing proof of renters' insurance - coverage required throughout the entire rental agreement. - Electric and gas utilities (must be placed in the tenant's name) for the duration of the lease agreement. - Rent payment by the 1st of each month; late fees will be applied for rent paid more than three days late. - Maintaining the yard with the provided equipment every week. - Regular pet cleanup in yard or house (if applicable). - Abiding by and ensuring that guests, and visitors comply with the no-smoking policy. - Following local quiet hour policies out of respect for the neighbors. - Proper waste disposal and recycling using the provided bins according to local pickup schedules by Republic Services. - Prompt response to maintenance requests, providing property access within 48 hours upon request for non-emergencies, or within 24 hours for emergencies.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,784 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air
    Details
    • Parcel number: 490613145031000801

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Indianapolis

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/31/2025Listed for rent$2,400$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    5/14/2021Sold$295,000+62.1%$106/sqft
    Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21776178
    4/15/2016Sold$182,000-0.5%$65/sqft
    Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21354126
    2/23/2016Pending sale$183,000$66/sqft
    Source: Nottingham Realty Group #21354126
    2/1/2016Price change$183,000-6.2%$66/sqft
    Source: Nottingham Realty Group #21354126

    Neighborhood: Meridian Kessler