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Highlights
- Cable tv
- High speed internet
- Central air, central heat
Location
1040 Fairfield Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205, USA|Mapleton - Fall Creek
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Property Overview
Birchwood Place Apartments is a highly rated property with an overall Zumper score of 8.3, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. The location, amenities, and competitive pricing all contribute to an excellent standard of living, with notable features such as cable TV, high-speed internet, and central air. Additionally, it ranks in the 75th percentile for value, presenting a great balance between cost and quality in comparison to other local options.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| Eff/1Bth | Studio | 1 bath | $650 /mo | 1 unit available | 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. | ||
| 1Bd/1Bth | 1 bed | 1 bath | $799 /mo | 2 units available | 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. |
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Amenities for Birchwood Place Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Neighborhood
| On Bus Line |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 18 |
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About 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.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Birchwood Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Birchwood Place 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.
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, Birchwood Place Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Mapleton - Fall Creek. 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.
Birchwood Place Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including on bus line. 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·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.
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
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
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Rent trends in Mapleton - Fall Creek
Studio apartments at Birchwood Place Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Mapleton - Fall Creek.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% higher than 1-bedrooms in Mapleton - Fall Creek.
Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
Mapleton - Fall Creek
Indianapolis
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $908 |
| March 2024 | $1,040 |
| April 2024 | $1,074 |
| May 2024 | $1,117 |
| June 2024 | $1,171 |
| July 2024 | $1,091 |
| August 2024 | $1,047 |
| 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 | $1,049 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $800 |
| March 2024 | $679 |
| April 2024 | $631 |
| May 2024 | $625 |
| 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 | $650 |
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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+
Francis Bellamy Pre-School Center
9501 e 36th st
indianapolis, IN, 46236
PKPublic
Frederick Douglass School 19
2020 dawson st
indianapolis, IN, 46203
PK, K-8Public
C-
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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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