5661 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208
What This House Offers
Charming Meridian-Kessler Rental Near Butler, Broad Ripple & the Canal — $1,895/Month-Privately managed
Welcome to 5661 N Illinois Street, a charming 3-bedroom... , 1-bath home in one of Indianapolis’ most desirable northside locations. With approximately 1,484 square feet, beautiful hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, great storage, an attached garage, and a fantastic location, this home offers plenty of character along with everyday convenience.
Step inside to a warm and inviting living room featuring hardwood floors and a fireplace, followed by a separate dining area and functional kitchen with plenty of pantry storage. The updated bathroom features classic subway tile, quartz shelving, and a vanity with additional storage. Neutral finishes throughout make the home easy to personalize.
Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms, including two generously sized rooms and a smaller third bedroom that would also make a fantastic home office, guest room, dressing room, or flex space. Multiple closets throughout the home provide an impressive amount of storage.
The unfinished basement offers even more storage space and includes a washer and dryer. You'll also appreciate the one-car attached garage, off-street parking, backyard, and outdoor space for enjoying warmer Indiana days.
And the location is hard to beat! Situated near 56th & Illinois, you're just steps from neighborhood shopping and dining, the Riviera Club, and the Central Canal Towpath, with Butler University and Broad Ripple approximately a mile away. Whether you're heading to campus, grabbing dinner, enjoying the trails, or exploring Broad Ripple, you're close to some of the best amenities the northside has to offer.
Monthly Rent: $1,895
?? Pets are welcome!
If you're looking for a home with character, space, and an outstanding location near Meridian-Kessler, Butler-Tarkington, and Broad Ripple, 5661 N Illinois Street is one you'll want to see. Schedule your showing today!
Unit
- $1,895
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1484 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Basement
- Dining Room
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Kitchen
- Office
- Pantry
Community Features
- Guest Apartment
- Storage Space
- Walking/Biking Trails
5661 N Illinois St is a single-family home for rent in Indianapolis, IN
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
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Indianapolis, IN 46208
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Very drivable80 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active73 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Broad Ripple Middle School - An IB World School
Grades 6-8
Public
KIPP Indianapolis College Preparatory
Grades 6-8
Public
Center for Inquiry School 84
Grades K-8
Public
Center for Inquiry School 70
Grades K-8
Public
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School
Grades K-8
Private
Eliza A. Blaker School 55
Grades PK-8
Public
The Orchard School
Grades PK-8
Private
Purdue Polytechnic High School North
Grades 9-12
Public
Shortridge High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Apogee School for the Gifted
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Butler University
Drive: 3 min (1.6 mi)
Ivy Tech Community College
Drive: 8 min (3.9 mi)
Marian Univ., Indianapolis
Drive: 10 min (5.1 mi)
IU - School of Medicine
Drive: 11 min (5.1 mi)
Discover Butler-Tarkington, Indianapolis, IN
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5661 N Illinois St proximity to CVS Plaza, 5908-5914 N College Ave, and 4930 N Pennsylvania St. CVS Plaza is 0.3 miles away, and 5908-5914 N College Ave is within a 20 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 5661 N Illinois St has limited public transit, including 1 transit stop within 7.3 miles. Transit options include Indianapolis.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5661 N Illinois St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Holliday Park and Nature Center, Holcomb Observatory & Planetarium, and Broad Ripple Park.
Airports
Living in Butler-Tarkington provides easy access to Indianapolis International, located just 37 minutes from 5661 N Illinois St.
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