Positioned in the heart of New Albany, the Alexander Dowling Home presents a rare and compelling investment opportunity within the highly sought afte E Spring St Historic District. Located at 1217 E. Spring St & listed on the Historic Registry, this Italianate gem offers the perfect blend of historic significance & income producing potential.
Originally owned by Alexander Dowling—former Indiana Supreme Court Justice (1899–1905) & prominent local figure—this property carries a rich legacy that enhances its desirability for boutique residential, mixed use or specialty rental concepts.
Built circa 1870 with an 1888 addition, the home showcases classic Italianate architecture, including tall, narrow windows, ornate cornices & striking vertical lines. For investors, the true value lies in its versatility—the property can be restored into a grand single-family residence, converted into multiple units or repositioned for short term rental, office or mixed use purposes (subject to zoning & approvals).
Its prime location near the Downtown New Albany Historic District, along with close proximity to restaurants, shops & local businesses further strengthens its appeal for tenants, guests or commercial use.
An added bonus: the included adjacent parking lot significantly enhances functionality & future development potential.
With seller financing options available, investors have a unique opportunity to acquire a distinctive, high potential asset w/flexible terms & long term upside.
For sale
Price cut: $96K (3/18)
$499,000
1217 E Spring Street, New Albany, IN 47150
--beds
5,935sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
0.51 Acres Lot
$469,900 Zestimate®
$84/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gracious vertical eleganceTall narrow windowsIntricate cornices
- 120 days |
- 673 |
- 20 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 18, 2026 at 07:22am
Listed by:
Kim Kraft,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Parks & Weisberg R,
Ken Groh,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Parks & Weisberg R
Source: SIRA,MLS#: 2025010318
Originating MLS: Southern Indiana REALTORS Association
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Open Floorplan, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Natural Woodwork
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,935
- Total interior livable area: 5,935 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,935
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Other
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Handicap Accessible, Landscaping, Paved Driveway
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 x 170
- Features: Additional Land Available, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 220502800539000008
- Zoning: Residential
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Connected, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Albany
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $84/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $269,200
- Annual tax amount: $7,563
- Date on market: 8/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 224 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Lease Option
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$469,900
$446,000 - $493,000
$2,299/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2026 | Price change | $499,000-16.1%$84/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $595,000$100/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Listing removed | $595,000$100/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $595,000$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,941 +1.5% | $269,200 -1.8% |
| 2023 | $7,824 +4.9% | $274,000 -0.9% |
| 2022 | $7,461 +2.5% | $276,600 +8% |
| 2021 | $7,280 +3.3% | $256,100 |
| 2020 | $7,050 +1.1% | $256,100 |
| 2019 | $6,973 -1.5% | $256,100 +0.9% |
| 2018 | $7,076 | $253,900 +0.1% |
| 2017 | $7,076 -14.2% | $253,600 +0.9% |
| 2016 | $8,242 +4.2% | $251,400 -1% |
| 2014 | $7,907 +10.1% | $253,900 +2.7% |
| 2013 | $7,183 +7.9% | $247,300 -0.5% |
| 2012 | $6,659 +11.6% | $248,600 +2% |
| 2010 | $5,965 +5.8% | $243,800 |
| 2009 | $5,639 | $243,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $243,800 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $239,000 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,783/mo
Principal & interest
$2513
Property taxes
$270
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Midtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10S Ellen Jones Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Nathaniel Scribner Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 7/10New Albany Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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