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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Cable tv
  • High speed internet
  • Central air, central heat

Location

1040 Fairfield Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205, USA|Mapleton - Fall Creek
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Management

Renaissance Property Management

Leasing office

(317) 794-2810

Property Overview

Birchwood Place Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.8 out of 10 expert rating, highlighted by excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. It offers cable TV, high-speed internet, central air, and central heat, while the nearby grocery option and two pet hospitals add practical appeal.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Birchwood Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Birchwood Place Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Eco-friendly trash disposal
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath571 sqft$899 /mo1 unit availableBirchwood Place Apartments is located on the corner of Birchwood Avenue and Fairfield Avenue in the Mapleton-Fall Creek neighborhood (just south of the Indiana State Fairgrounds) and is on the city bus lines. One bedroom and efficiency units, all of which have central air and central heat. Cable TV and high speed internet available. **Pictures intended for layout only. Actual unit colors and flooring may vary. Will see actual apartment available prior to approval.
Remodeled 1Bd/1Bth1 bed1 bath571 sqft$899 /mo1 unit availableBirchwood Place Apartments is located on the corner of Birchwood Avenue and Fairfield Avenue in the Mapleton-Fall Creek neighborhood (just south of the Indiana State Fairgrounds) and is on the city bus lines. One bedroom and efficiency units, all of which have central air and central heat. Cable TV and high speed internet available. **Pictures intended for layout only. Actual unit colors and flooring may vary. Will see actual apartment available prior to approval.

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Amenities for Birchwood Place Apartments

Appliances

OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Birchwood Place Apartments

HomeApartments in IndianapolisMapleton - Fall Creek Birchwood Place Apartments

Birchwood Place Apartments is located on the corner of Birchwood Avenue and Fairfield Avenue in the Mapleton-Fall Creek neighborhood (just south of the Indiana State Fairgrounds) and is on the city bus lines. One bedroom and efficiency units, all of which have central air and central heat. Cable TV and high speed internet available. **Pictures intended for layout only. Actual unit colors and flooring may vary. Will see actual apartment available prior to approval.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Birchwood Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Birchwood Place Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Birchwood Place Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Birchwood Place Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Birchwood Place 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, Birchwood Place 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.
Birchwood Place 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 Birchwood Place Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Birchwood Place Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Birchwood Place Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 Birchwood Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

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Rent trends in Mapleton - Fall Creek

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 19% higher than 1-bedrooms in Mapleton - Fall Creek.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Mapleton - Fall Creek
Indianapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Indianapolis
MonthMedian Rent
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$888
September 2026$930
October 2026$949
A table of studio rental data trends in Mapleton - Fall Creek
MonthMedian Rent
March 2025$707
April 2025$706
May 2025$669
June 2025$652
July 2025$650
October 2025$700
November 2025$675
December 2025$656
January 2026$662
February 2026$712
March 2026$695
April 2026$714
May 2026$725
June 2026$686
July 2026$676
August 2026$667

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Birchwood Place Apartments

Ips - Butler Lab at William Bell 60

3330 n pennsylvania

indianapolis, IN, 46205

PK, K-8Public
C+

Family Development Services, Inc. Service Center II Head Start

3637 n meridian st

indianapolis, IN, 46208

PKPublic

Center for Inquiry School 70

510 east 46th st

indianapolis, IN, 46205

K-8Public
B

Indiana School for the Deaf

1200 e 42nd st

indianapolis, IN, 46205

PK, K-12Public

Francis Bellamy Pre-School Center

9501 e 36th st

indianapolis, IN, 46236

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Mapleton - Fall Creek | Indianapolis, IN

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Indianapolis near 1040 Fairfield Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1040 Fairfield Ave, Indianapolis

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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