The place is also popularly known as one of the most dominant centers for goods/products exchange, transportation, and manufacturing.

Considered as the “Amateur Sports Capital of the World”, the city offers world-class facilities for sports and professional franchises, such as the NBA’s Pacers, the WNBA’s Fever, and the NFL’s Colts.

Residential Places in Indianapolis

Indianapolis has a lower cost of living, thus, acquiring real estate property is affordable.  According to records, there are more than 25,000 houses and apartments for rent and homes for sale that will always be within range of one’s budget.

Its apartment rental rates are way below the national average by 8%, with a median price of $580.00 per month. For $535 per month, one can already avail of a standard two bedroom-two bathroom apartment.

In downtown Indianapolis, you will find some of the most eye-catching choices in apartments for rent. Selections range from high-rises to small, appealing complexes situated near lakes or parks. On the north side of the place sit the luxurious and high-end units.

If one opts to have his own home, there are duplexes, condominiums, multi-family, or single-family homes to purchase. The average home price usually starts at $116,800.  Classy urban living can be enjoyed in downtown Indianapolis.

Hospitals and Universities of Indianapolis

Indianapolis Public School is the largest of the dozens of public school systems in the metropolitan area.  Many private and parochial schools also serve the city.

Indiana and Purdue universities operate a joint campus in Indianapolis.  The university complex includes the Indiana Center for Advanced Research; a school of law; and a medical center with schools of dentistry, medicine, and nursing.  Other colleges and universities in Indianapolis include Butler University, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Oakland City University Indianapolis, Christian Theological Seminary, the University of Indianapolis, Marian College, and Martin University

You can find in this city the largest health-care system, not only in this state, but also one of the largest systems in the nation – Clarian Health Partners.  This entity was formed after the Methodist Hospital, the Riley Hospital for Children, and the Indiana University Hospital and Outpatient Center were consolidated.  Clarian Health ranks among the top 50 in 11 of the 17 clinical categories, according to the U.S. News & World Report.

Another recognized hospital for its clinical excellence in pediatrics, cardiology, cancer, medical and molecular genetics, and radiology is the Indiana University Medical Center (IUMC).  The U.S. News & World Report and many other guides on health care also rank IUMC as one of the United States' top hospitals.

Other notable healthcare facilities in the area are the Richard L. Roudebush Veterans Administration Medical Center, and the Wishard Memorial Hospital, which is the oldest hospital in Indianapolis.

Commercial Places in Indianapolis

A shopper's paradise greets you downtown. The hotels and malls are all connected; thus, bad weather is never really a threat to ruin one’s shopping spirit.

Likewise, if a change of pace is needed, one only has to visit Zionsville, where streets are adorned with antique shops and cafes. At 49 W. Maryland St., you will find the Circle Centre, the backbone of Indiana’s downtown shopping scene, and home of key stores as Nordstrom and Parisian, among others, and with a number of specialty shops, restaurants, nightclubs, and a cinema. You will also find the Artsgarden, a performance space suspended over a busy intersection and covered by a glass dome.  You will also stumble upon Fashion Mall at Keystone, which houses numerous designer boutiques; the Broad Ripple; and if you're a budget shopper, you can never go wrong at the Castleton Square Mall, located at the east of Allisonville Road.

Food chains are abundant in the place.  The more famous in the downtown area are the Palomino Euro Bistro and the Alcatraz Brewing Co. The City Market is also a great option for breakfast or lunch. Moreover, if you’re headed to Broad Ripple Village, among the best choices include Bazbeaux Pizza at 832 E. Westfield Blvd, Mama Carolla’s Italian food at 1031 E.54th St., and the ultra-cheap Yat’s Cajun food.

Service Establishments of Indianapolis

Police Department. Consolidating the former Indianapolis Department with the law enforcement division of the Marion Country Sheriff Department, the Indiana Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) was established.  For police assistance, the IMPD can be reached at 50 North Alabama Street, Indianapolis, Indiana.  You can call them up at (317) 327-3811 for the non-emergency dispatch, or dial 911 for emergency cases. Transportation. Indianapolis’ transit provider is commonly known as IndyGo, which is the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation.

Cable. The most notable cable company in the city is Comcast, which can be reached at telephone number 800.COMCAST.  And for any cable complaints and franchise inquiries, the city has provided the Cable Communications Agency, which is located at 200 E. Washington St., Suite G-19, City-County Building, Indianapolis, IN 46204, with telephone number: (317) 327-4529.

Water supply in the city is taken cared of by Indianapolis Water, which is owned and managed by the City’s Department of Waterworks, in partnership with Veolia Water, a privately owned company.  The department charges only minimal water rates, compared to other cities with some of the lowest utility costs.

Indianapolis Power and Light provides electricity.  It can be reached at telephone number 888.261.8222, or you can visit its website at www.iplpower.com.

Telephone lines are provided by Ameritech.  It can be reached through telephone number 317.556.4200.  However, for long distance calls, it is recommended to use other providers, like Sage Telecom, which can be reached at telephone number 888.972.7243.

A great number of guest service desks and city information assistance kiosks are available in the area.  At 100W. Washington St, you will find the Indianapolis Artsgarden Visitor Center.  It is open from Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and during Sunday from noon until 6.pm.  You can call them at 317-624-2563.  

The White River State Park Visitor Center at 801 W. Washington St. offers its services from Monday to Saturday, 9a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. You may call them at telephone number 317-233-2434.  

There is also the Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association, which is located in One RCA Dome, Ste. 100, with telephone number 1-800-556-INDY.  It is open from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., only.  If there are conventions or events in the city, the Indiana Convention Center Information Desk at 100 S. Capitol Avenue can be reached for queries at 317-684-7574.

Embassies in Indianapolis

In the US, the British Embassy is situated at 3100 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC. 20008.  It can be contacted at telephone numbers (1) (202) 5886500 or (1) (202) 5887800 or (1) (202) 5887830.  Their Facsimile numbers are (1) (202) 5887870 or (1) (202) 5887850. For further information, one may visit their website at http://www.britainusa.com.  The said embassy is supported by a great number of Consulates General and Consulates around the US.  

In Indianapolis, the British Honorary Consulate is located at 300 North Meridian Street, Suite 2700, Indianapolis, IN 46204-1782.  For any consular assistance, you may call its office at (1) (317) 237 8339.  Its email address is This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it