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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Adults 55 and older
  • Gated community
  • Elevator access
  • Convenient amenities
  • Secure gated entry

Location

1044 Shelby St, Indianapolis, IN 46203, USA
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Property Overview

Fountain View Senior Apartments offers a strong mix of value, amenities, and location, with secure gated entry, elevator access, and convenient features in an adults 55+ community. It also stands out for its competitive pricing, high trustworthiness, and pet-friendly surroundings, including nearby pet services and a dog park.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Fountain View Senior Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fountain View Senior Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath579 sqft$675 /mo2 units availableFountain View Senior Apartments, a gated community designed for adults 55 and older, located in the heart of the vibrant Fountain Square neighborhood. Enjoy comfortable living with convenient amenities and easy access to some of Indianapolis’ best local restaurants, shops, and entertainment. This community offers secure gated entry and elevator access for added convenience and peace of mind. Connected directly to the building is Indy Reads, a local library and community resource offering a welcoming atmosphere for reading, learning, and gathering. Conveniently located near local dining, coffee shops, retail stores, and community attractions, Fountain View Senior Apartments provides the perfect blend of comfort, accessibility, and neighborhood charm. Experience affordable and convenient senior living in one of Indianapolis’ most unique and walkable neighborhoods. Contact us today for availability and leasing information! Please be advised that we offer affordable housing. We are not based on income but we have income restrictions. The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability.

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Amenities for Fountain View Senior Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Water

Tech

InternetWireless Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
ElevatorOnsite Laundry
Sewage

Grounds

Gated CommunityStove and Refrigerator
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Fountain View Senior Apartments

HomeApartments in Indianapolis Fountain View Senior Apartments

Fountain View Senior Apartments, a gated community designed for adults 55 and older, located in the heart of the vibrant Fountain Square neighborhood. Enjoy comfortable living with convenient amenities and easy access to some of Indianapolis’ best local restaurants, shops, and entertainment. This community offers secure gated entry and elevator access for added convenience and peace of mind. Connected directly to the building is Indy Reads, a local library and community resource offering a welcoming atmosphere for reading, learning, and gathering. Conveniently located near local dining, coffee shops, retail stores, and community attractions, Fountain View Senior Apartments provides the perfect blend of comfort, accessibility, and neighborhood charm. Experience affordable and convenient senior living in one of Indianapolis’ most unique and walkable neighborhoods. Contact us today for availability and leasing information! Please be advised that we offer affordable housing. We are not based on income but we have income restrictions. The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Fountain View Senior Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fountain View Senior Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Fountain View Senior Apartments
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Fountain View Senior Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Fountain View Senior Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Fountain View Senior Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Fountain View Senior Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Fountain View Senior Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Fountain View Senior Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Fountain View Senior Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Indianapolis

1-bedroom apartments at Fountain View Senior Apartments cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Indianapolis.

Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Indianapolis
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,090
October 2024$1,131
November 2024$1,126
December 2024$1,105
January 2025$1,194
February 2025$1,191
March 2025$1,151
April 2025$1,121
May 2025$1,139
June 2025$1,158
July 2025$1,185
August 2025$1,178
September 2025$1,065
October 2025$1,063
November 2025$1,048
December 2025$1,029
January 2026$1,039
February 2026$1,034
March 2026$1,004
April 2026$955
May 2026$951
June 2026$892
July 2026$871
August 2026$878

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $675.
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Schools near Fountain View Senior Apartments

Frederick Douglass School 19

2020 dawson st

indianapolis, IN, 46203

PK, K-8Public
C-

Impact Academy

320 n tibbs ave

indianapolis, IN, 46222

K-12Public
D

Impact Academy 3

320 n tibbs ave

indianapolis, IN, 46222

K-12Public

Impact Academy 2

320 n tibbs ave

indianapolis, IN, 46222

K-12Public

Rise Learning Center

5391 s shelby st

indianapolis, IN, 46227

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Indianapolis near 1044 Shelby St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1044 Shelby St, Indianapolis

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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