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The Indianapolis Cultural Trail is an urban bike and pedestrian trail that connects downtown neighborhoods, cultural districts and entertainment venues.  The grant will be used to complete the project which was started in 2007.

If you visit downtown for the occasional shopping, dinner, show or sporting event, you've probably noticed signs labeling the five different cultural districts all connected by the Cultural Trail:  Fountain Square, Indiana Avenue, Mass Ave, The Canal& White River State Park, and the Wholesale District. The trail will also connect with the Monon Trail, allowing visitors easy access to Broad Ripple Village from downtown. 

In addition to the Cultural Trail enhancing the lives of Indianapolis residents and visitors, the grant will also bring jobs and stimulate downtown businesses.  We can't wait for a warm day to check out what has already been completed and are excited about the finished product, which is scheduled to be finished in time for our hosting of the Super Bowl!

Watch this video to learn more about your Indianapolis Cultural Trail -- what's already completed, what's to come and how it will enhance your future downtown experience!

Indianapolis Cultural Trail from Gail Payne on Vimeo.

Would You like to live in downtown Indy?  Click on any of these properties for more details or to see many more downtown options

Real Estate Scams are Alive and Well -- Right Here in Indianapolis!

So I'm sitting at my desk on a rather slow Real Estate day......and the telephone rings!  An opportunity!  Happy days are here again!  Tiny Tim is saved!

But...what's that?  Do I have a home for sale in Hill Valley?  Yes!  (Everyone in the office is cheering!  They are breaking out the bubbly!)

Oh, Hill Valley you say?  (dejected)  ... actually that home sold a couple of weeks ago, but I have some other great options that might interest you (hopeful)!

That's when the call took an odd turn.  (Cue the creepy music)

Caller:  Is the home for rent?   

Me:  Well, no.  It's never been for rent, only for sale.

Caller:  Who is the owner? 

Me:  Well, he's no longer alive.  This was an estate sale.

Caller:  OH NO......!!!!!!

Turns out the caller had found a "great" rental listing on Craigslist  -- which just happened to be the same home we had recently sold in Hill Vally.   The "landlord" had borrowed our photography, our description, every detail from our Craigslist advertisement to create his rental property listing. (Just send us the first month's rent and a security deposit and the home is yours to enjoy!)

The caller, well intentioned as she was, gave out her personal information to this "landlord" so that she could rent the home.  Somebody call the identity theft police!  She had just been scammed.  There was no rental property - only an electronic description of a rental property.  It still astounds me that anyone would give out personal information to a stranger over the phone (it was even an over seas phone number) and agree to rent a property without ever meeting the owner or visiting the home.  Thankfully, she hadn't sent a deposit. 

We still use Craigslist, but now we also set up google alerts for every listing address.  If a scammer uses one of our listings to run his fraud we'll know about it! 

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Homes for Sale in Indianapolis - Just Sold:  7240 Griffith Road, Indianapolis, IN  46227

Closed 1/28/2010, List Price $114,000, Purchase Price $111,500  

Three bright, spacious bedrooms with extra large closets and beautiful hardwood floors.  Lovely updated kitchen featured  42’ solid wood cabinets --- lots of storage space! 

Newer appliances were included — even the washer, dryer and water softener were included! Large, cheery living room featured an oversized window that flooded the space with natural light, plus the inviting 23x10 screened-in patio.  This home included a new furnace (fall of 2009), spacious laundry room, 1276 total sq ft, 10 x 8 mini-barn, and a 0.38 acre lot with updated landscaping and mature trees.  It is connected to city water and sewers, and has very low property taxes! Great location too —  convenient to shopping & entertainment.

Call for other similar properties which are still available or click on the "Find the Perfect Place for You" button below to search for other homes!

Feeling like a Couch Potato? Discover DEVOUR INDIANAPOLIS!

It's the end of January and winter seems to have no end in sight!  Are you tired of being stuck in the house watching television?  Are you looking for something to cheer you up?  Well a vacation on the beach would be great about now, but if that's not in your plans for next week, why not get out of the house and head to downtown Indianapolis?

What's Devour Downtown?  It's a great way to visit your favorite downtown restaurants and save money too!  More than 40 restaurants are offering specially selected 3 course menus for you to "devour" with your friends!  It's going on right now through Saturday February 6th and the prices are as little as 2 for $30 or others are offering $30 each.  And we're not talking about places you've never heard of -- we're talking about more than 40 of the very best downtown gathering spots like St Elmo Steak House, Ruth Chris, Palominos, Scotty's Brewhouse.  Visit www.devourdowntown.org for details and menus.

And then...how about enjoying a Pacer game?  As part of Devour Downtown, your Indiana Pacers are offering two club level seats to either the Toronto Raptors game on Tuesday, Feb 2  or the Detroit Pistons on Friday, Feb 5 for, you guessed it, only $30!  Visit www.pacersmvp.com/devour to order tickets!

Executive Home For Sale in Diamond Ridge, Indianapolis IN

 Gated Community!

• 7,170 sq. ft., 5 bath, 5 bdrm 2 story "Contemporary Tudor" - MLS® $799,900 - Exceptional Home!

Executive Home for Sale in Diamond Ridge, Indianapolis  -  This stunning contemporary English Tudor in the exclusive gated community of Diamond Ridge is understatedly elegant, yet comfortable & inviting - perfect for family & entertaining. Unmatched richness, details & luxurious finishes throughout such as teak, slate & travertine floors, granite counters, walnut cabinetry, extensive trim work, wrought iron railing & arched doorways...just to name a few!

The open floor plan adds to the sense of spaciousness. The expansive dining room opens to the soaring foyer & two story great room overlooking the pond. Stroll out onto the covered veranda to enjoy the view or warm up by one of 2 outdoor stone fireplaces! - Yes, there's another one on the lower level patio! The gorgeous den features a coffered ceiling, fireplace & built-in bookshelves -- it's the perfect home office or place to relax with a great book. The beautiful main level master suite is made for pampering -- with 2 expansive walk in closets & luxurious bath complete with oversized travertine shower, whirlpool tub and dual vanities.

 

   

The kitchen is not only lovely, but well appointed with all the amenities for cooking & entertaining -- 42" walnut cabinets, granite counters, built in stainless appliances, large center island & butler's pantry. Built in lockers in the mudroom, family desk & large laundry keep everyone organized. Upstairs boasts bedroom #2 with a private bath plus bedrooms 3 & 4 with adjoining Jack-n-Jill baths. Wrought iron stairway overlooks great room & entry.

 

   

Everyone will enjoy the walk out lower level designed to accommodate your family or large gatherings -- expansive bar, billiard area, family room, media space, exercise room, 5th BR and full bath - great guest suite or teen space!

 

   

This beautiful home is the complete package - all of the style & amenities you expect!

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Homes for Sale in Meadow Bend - 8103 Stoney Bend - SOLD!!!!

Just Sold!!! -- This beautiful home in Meadow Bend is filled with custom amenities seldom seen in this price range. Enjoy formal dinners in the lovely dining room or casual BBQ’s on the large patio overlooking the serene pond and fountain. Versatile floor plan lends itself to entertaining or quiet evenings at home. Plenty of room to play in the large loft or sneak away to the private den or relaxing master suite for some quiet time. Upgrades include 9’ ceilings, extensive crown moldings, corner fireplace, 42’ maple cabinetry, marble vanities, tile floors in baths & entry, Jacuzzi tub, front porch, security system, huge walk-in closets, over sized 3 car garage plus many more. Near I-65 & only 15 mi to downtown Indianapolis.

Price Reduced on Home For Sale in Indianapolis - Hill Valley Estates

42 E Hill Valley Drive, Indianapolis, IN  46227

Price reduced from $124,900 to $119,900 on this lovely 3 bedroom home for Sale in Indianapolis in popular Hill Valley Estates.  This mature neighborhood has much to offer.  It's conveniently located on the south side of Indianapolis, near shopping (5 minutes from the Greenwood Park Mall) and a quick 10 minute commute to downtown. 

Recent updates include refurbished original hardwood floors, new carpet and vinyl flooring in tasteful neutral colors and fresh paint throughout.  New kitchen counter tops, new range, updated light fixtures, new tub surround.  This home is not a "flip".  It has been updated with love by the owners.

More Details on this Great Home For Sale in Indianapolis.

Open House 8103 Stoney Bend, Indpls - Sept 20

 

Beautiful Meadow Bend Subdivision, located in Franklin Twp, Indianapolis, IN 

You're invited to visit Tonda's open house, 8103 Stoney Bend Circle,

September 20 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

If you're in the Franklin Twp area -- be sure to stop by and say "Hi"!

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Posted: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 10:37 AM by Tonda & Steve Hoagland

Open House in Hill Valley Estates on Sunday, September 20, 2009

 

Hill Valley Estates, Indianapolis  -  You're invited to visit Steve at Sunday's open house at 42 E Hill Valley Dr on September 20 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

If you're in the area, be sure to stop in and say "Hi"!

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Posted: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 10:05 AM by Tonda & Steve Hoagland

Hill Valley Estates, Indianapolis  -  Announcing a price reduction on 42 E Hill Valley Dr, a 1,482 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm ranch. Now MLS® $124,900 - Popular Hill Valley!.

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Originally Posted: Monday, August 10, 2009 1:29 PM by Tonda & Steve Hoagland at www.PerfectPlaceForYou.com