
Sheldon Barnes
For Sale — 608 East 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202608 East 21st Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
Ruckle & Hamlins Sub Johnson Heirs Add
5
Beds
4
Baths
4,556
Sq Ft
2008
Year Built
0.15
Acres
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ABOUT THIS HOME
Just two miles from downtown Indianapolis and directly adjacent to the nearly 14-acre Dr. MLK Jr. Park, this expansive Near Northside home offers over 4,500 square feet of updated living space in a prime urban location. Enjoy access to green space, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a pool while living minutes from the heart of the city. Recent updates include a beautifully remodeled kitchen featuring white cabinetry, quartz countertops, classic subway tile backsplash, and NEW stainless steel appliances. Brand new flooring throughout gives the home a fresh, modern feel, including LVT on the main level and new carpet on the upper and lower levels. The spacious main level is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring a welcoming family room with custom built-in casework and direct access to a private outdoor patio with a privacy fence. A large formal dining room flows seamlessly into the kitchen, where generous cabinet space, abundant counter space, a central island, and a dedicated eating area create an inviting gathering space. Four of the five bedrooms are located on the upper level, including an exceptional primary suite with a private sitting alcove, an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and whirlpool tub, and an expansive walk-in closet. The upper level also features three additional bedrooms, two with walk-in closets, a full hall bath, and a balcony that provides a second private outdoor retreat with neighborhood views. The finished lower level adds an additional 1,372 square feet of living space and includes a bonus room for gaming tables, a second family or movie room, a full bathroom, and a fifth bedroom with a walk-in closet. A large utility room offers convenient access to mechanicals and abundant storage. With 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, multiple private outdoor spaces, garage parking plus additional off-street parking, and a location just minutes from downtown amenities, this home delivers on space, updates and location.
Key things to know
- Newly remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances
- Finished lower level with bonus room and fifth bedroom
- Primary suite with sitting alcove, walk-in shower, and whirlpool tub
- Adjacent to 14-acre Dr. MLK Jr. Park with pool and playgrounds
- New flooring throughout main and upper levels
Browse by room
12 rooms · 58 photos
Monthly payment
Estimate · $585,000
$3,668/mo
≈ $3,114 principal & interest · $554 tax
Estimate only. Actual payment depends on lender, taxes, insurance, and HOA. Down payment $117,000 on a loan of $468,000.
Price history
- Price reduced$599,000 → $585,000
May 1, 2026
- Listedat $699,000
May 29, 2025
Ruckle & Hamlins Sub Johnson Heirs Add · activity
past 6 months
- Sold
- 2
- Median price
- $485,000
- Median DOM
- 161 days
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Comparative value
5 comps in this range
This home is 38% below median for similar nearby sales.
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FEATURES & AMENITIES
Interior
Exterior
Climate
THE FACTS
Pricing trajectory, room-by-room layout, schools, and what's nearby.
Price history
$699,000Listed· May 29, 2025
$585,000Reduced
↓ $114,000 (16.3% off original)
335 days on market
Layout
Primary suite
Closet Walk in,Sitting Room
Primary bath
Shower Stall Full,Sinks Double,Tub Whirlpool
Schools
Indianapolis Public Schools
Neighborhood
- Downtown Indianapolis2.0 mi
- Monon Trail (Carmel)11.3 mi
- Carmel Central Park11.7 mi
- Carmel High School12.0 mi
- IU Health North Hospital12.2 mi
- Carmel Arts & Design District12.7 mi
PROPERTY DETAILS
Combined data from the listing and Hamilton County records
Living Area
4,556 sq ft
Year Built
2008
Stories
Two
Subdivision
Ruckle & Hamlins Sub Johnson Heirs Add
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3 full, 1 half
Garage
2 spaces
School District
Indianapolis Public Schools
