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Indianapolis, IN 46205 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 46205
Report Date: April 2026
Market Temperature: NEUTRAL
Scope: Single-Family Residential (SFR) listings and comps only


Executive Overview

The Indianapolis housing market in ZIP code 46205 is currently characterized by a median sold price of $248,800, reflecting a stable market environment. This price point indicates a healthy level of transaction activity, suggesting that properties are selling at prices that align with buyer expectations. The market has seen a year-over-year price trend that is up, indicating a positive trajectory for sellers despite the current conditions of elevated inventory levels.

Transaction activity appears to be moderate, with 309 days as the median days on market, suggesting a slower sales velocity. This extended time frame may indicate a shift towards a more balanced market, where buyers have more options due to increased inventory. The median listing price stands at $269,900, creating a notable pricing gap that could suggest some pricing friction as sellers adjust to market realities. Overall, the market temperature is neutral, indicating a balance between supply and demand, which may provide opportunities for both buyers and sellers.


Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

Analysis Window
90 Days
Total Properties Analyzed
119
Active Listings
91
Sold Properties
28

Market Metrics

Median Listing Price
$269,900
Median Sold Price
$248,800
Median Price per Sqft
$163/sqft

Note: The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.


Rental Market

Median Market Rent
$1,400
Rent Range
$1,070 - $1,680

Property Taxes

Property Tax Rate
4.20%

Liquidity & Velocity

Median Days on Market
309
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%

Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Neutral market indicates balanced conditions where neither buyers nor sellers have a strong advantage, typically characterized by flat price trends, extended but stable days on market, and moderate inventory relative to sales.

Price YoY Trend
up
Market Temperature
neutral
Rent YoY Trend
flat
Interest Rate Pressure
moderate

Key Findings

  1. The median sold price of $248,800 indicates a stable market with healthy transaction activity.

  2. With 309 days as the median days on market, the market is experiencing slower sales velocity, suggesting buyers are taking their time in decision-making.

  3. The median listing price of $269,900 reflects a significant gap compared to the sold price, indicating potential pricing friction for sellers.

  4. Inventory levels are elevated, creating excess supply relative to sales activity, which may provide buyers with more options.

  5. The market temperature is neutral, suggesting a balanced environment where neither buyers nor sellers have a distinct advantage.


Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.

Recent Transactions

4551 Central Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Top Sale

Highest sale in the past 90 days. Fully renovated with modern finishes and premium lot positioning.

5 beds
1 baths
2,992 sqft
$613,500
Jan 1, 2026
$205/sqft/sqft
3948 N Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Premium

Sold above market average

3 beds
3 baths
2,002 sqft
$600,000
Feb 1, 2026
$300/sqft/sqft
265 days on market
2349 N Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Premium

Sold above market average

3 beds
2 baths
2,064 sqft
$475,000
Feb 1, 2026
$230/sqft/sqft
1145 days on market
1325 E 52nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds
- baths
1,256 sqft
$248,000
Jan 1, 2026
$197/sqft/sqft
3543 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

6 beds
1 baths
1,344 sqft
$242,000
Jan 1, 2026
$180/sqft/sqft
4702 Guilford Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds
3 baths
1,563 sqft
$240,000
Feb 1, 2026
$154/sqft/sqft
569 days on market
818 E 50th St, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

2 beds
2 baths
1,380 sqft
$128,000
Jan 1, 2026
$93/sqft/sqft
2009 days on market
2518 Dr Andrew J Brown Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

3 beds
- baths
1,242 sqft
$120,000
Jan 1, 2026
$97/sqft/sqft
1524 days on market

Data Sources

Real estate market data & public records, and GemHaus® proprietary models.

Report generated: 4/1/2026

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