The Colonial

The Colonial is a residential building located in downtown Indianapolis that exemplifies early urban apartment design in the city. The structure shows the typical features of residential blocks that shaped the character of Indianapolis' central neighborhoods.

The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983 as part of a broader documentation of apartments and residential blocks in downtown Indianapolis. This recognition reflected the importance of such residential structures to the city's early urban development.

The Colonial represents a documented example of residential architecture that reflects the social and community development patterns of Indianapolis during its construction period.

The building is located in downtown Indianapolis and is easily accessible on foot once you know the main streets and landmarks of the area. Visitors can view the exterior facade and see the architectural details from publicly accessible surrounding areas.

The Colonial holds reference number 83000062 in the National Register database, marking its official recognition among the nation's preserved architectural resources.

Location: Indiana

GPS coordinates: 39.77278,-86.15417

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:02