Things to do in Central Indiana-Indianapolis Indians

We are fortunate to have one of the most beautiful ball parks in the country right here in Indianapolis.  If you've never been to an Indianapolis Indians game you don't know what you are missing! Situated downtown with an incredible view of the skyline, there is no better way to spend a summer evening or afternoon.  It is also one of the last family affordable professional sports options left in town.  Families can still buy admission tickets and sit on the grass beyond the outfield and bring their own refreshments, which is a huge $$$ saver!  It's also great for the little ones because they can jump up and run around a little rather than having to sit still for a whole game. The Indians are the triple A farm team for the Pittsburgh Pirates, currently ranked 2nd in the INT West with 48 wins.
Tickets range from $9 for lawn, $10 for reserved, $14 for box with kids a dollar less for each.  Or kids can join the Knot Hole league for just $15 and get a ticket to all games plus a t-shirt  opportunities for all kinds of prizes-they can upgrade to a box seat for any game for only $4.
We were invited to a suite recently (Thanks, Bill & Beckie), and experienced a great game, awesome sunset and never get tired of the views!

Here is a link to their website for more info:Indianapolis Indians

Indy Most Affordable Major Housing Market-Again!

Indianapolis, once again, was the most affordable major housing market in the country during the second quarter. Almost 95 percent of all homes sold were affordable to households earning the area’s median family income of $68,100. Indianapolis has now topped the affordability list 16 consecutive quarters.
This is according to the National Association of Homebuilders.

The most affordable market in the country plus the $8000 tax credit make buying a home a smart decision. Are you aware you can purchase HUD foreclosures in Indiana for $100.00 down? Or that if you would like to own a brand new home, many builders have drastically slashed their prices on their market ready homes in order to meet their end of the fiscal year goals?
As it stands now the $8000 tax credit program will end December 1, 2009. this means you must close by November 30th in order to qualify. If you have considered buying a home, please don't let this opportunity pass you by! Ask yourself, "how long would it take me to save $8000?" or "how long would it take me to pay down the equity on a home by $8000?"
Please call or email me today if you have any questions or would like to start looking for a home!
317-513-0141 or stacey@HRrealtygroup.com

Or you can start your search on our website:
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Why No One Should be Bored in Indy!

I have lived in Indianapolis since 1978 when I moved from my childhood home in Muncie, IN. I loved it from the beginning but there have been so many positive changes that have made it a home to be proud of. Here are just a few of the things I love about Indianapolis :
• The new library addition downtown. It is so open and filled with light, and offers one of the best views of the downtown skyline as well as an impressive mix of new and old architecture. It is a fitting representative of Indianapolis, an appreciation of the old and embracing the best of the new!
• Fall Creek Place- the revitalization of this neighborhood has been a joy to watch. Public and private money and tax incentives have brought a run down, crime ridden neighborhood back to its former glory. Older homes were rehabbed and new homes were built with their exterior architecture designed to blend in with the old.
• Downtown-so much to do! The new Colts stadium, Conseco Fieldhouse, Victory Field, Circle center Mall, White River state Park, The Zoo, The Indiana State Museum, The Eiteljorg Museum. Walking along the canal, enjoying the many festivals at Military Park, walking or riding bikes around the Circle. Visiting one of the great restaurants, walking the War Memorial Plaza.
• Mass Ave.-the theatres, the art galleries, the restaurants and the cool new condos
• The Monon Trail, the new Cultural Trail , the tow path and all the great biking and hiking trails that will take you from one end of the county (and beyond) to the other.
• The Children’s Museum, sometimes more fun for adults without their children! After all, kids tend to have a short attention span and there is so much to see and read and do!
• The Indianapolis Art Museum, with its new addition and fabulous grounds it is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon any time of the year but you can’t miss the Penrod Art Festival in September. Great art, music, food and a perfect Fall Day-what could be better?
• Broadripple Village-long the home of the young and hip and the Baby Boomers who are or were once young and hip too! Stopping in at one of the bars or restaurants with outdoor seating after a run or walk with the pooch on the Monon Trail. Visit one of the unique shops, stop in at the health food store that has been there since the 70”s, feed the ducks along the Canal.
• Meridian Street-driving along the street that divides the East and West sides of the city is a treat. True mansions dating from the early 1900’s including the past and present governors mansions.
• Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis-wow, how this campus has changed since I graduated from there in 1980! I transferred from Ball State University in Muncie to finish my last two years at IUPUI. This was before the Natatorium, the Track and Field Stadium and the rest of the incredible expansion which has made it a full fledged urban campus!
• Concerts at White River State Park and Verizon Music Center, not to mention smaller venues like The Murat & Egyptian Room, The Vogue, The Music Mill and others.
These are just some of the reasons to love living in the Indianapolis area, come visit or come and stay!