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The 85Twenty

$1,283 – $1,709/mo

  • 773–1,204 sq ft
  • 11 units available
  • Pet friendly
8520 Sierra Ridge Dr, Indianapolis, IN, 46239

As of October 13, 2026, The 85Twenty in Indianapolis, IN has 11 apartments for rent from $1,283 to $1,709/mo. The average asking rent has risen 3% since March 25, 2026, from $1,428 to $1,471.


Floor plans

The 85Twenty has 11 units available across 10 floor plans. Prices checked October 13, 2026.

A1-LP

808 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,283/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4-8532-E$1,283808Oct 11

A1-SR

773 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,323/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
9-8614-F$1,323773Dec 7

A1-LR

808 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,348/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
7-8555-D$1,348808Nov 30

B1

979 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,367/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
11-8648-B$1,367979Oct 1

B1-S

1,016 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,380/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
11-8631-F$1,3801,016Oct 16
6-8562-D$1,3801,016Nov 2

B1-SP

1,016 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,430/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
8-8587-D$1,4301,016Oct 22

B1-SR

1,016 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,495/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
6-8557-A$1,4951,016Nov 13

B1-LR

1,103 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,517/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
10-8634-B$1,5171,103Dec 8

C1-S

1,170 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,534/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
13-8643-A$1,5341,170Dec 10

C1-LR

1,204 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,709/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
13-8655-G$1,7091,204Sep 10

See all 64 units listed at The 85Twenty, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The 85Twenty has ranged from $1,414 to $1,521. The current average is $1,471, up $43 (3%) from $1,428 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (95 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for The 85Twenty shows $160 a month in fees (parking garage $85, trash services doorstep $30, pet rent $25, and 3 more) and $500 due at signing (pet fee $300, administrative fee $100, application fee $75, and 1 more).

  • Rent

    $1,283 – $1,709/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Sep 10

Monthly fees

Parking - Garage

$85/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$30/mo

Trash Services - Hauling

$10/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$5/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$100

Application Fee

$75

Pet Fee

$300

Utility - New Account Fee

$25

Amenities

The 85Twenty is pet friendly. It lists 10 amenities, including 24-hour fitness center.

  • 24-Hour Fitness Center

  • Coffee And Tea Bar

  • Dog Park

  • Flexible Leasing Terms

  • Kids Playground

  • Online And Flexible Rent Payment Program

  • Pet-Friendly

  • Regular Resident Events

  • Smoke Free

  • Valet Trash Service


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    4 photos

Location

8520 Sierra Ridge Dr, Indianapolis, IN, 46239


Resident reviews

The 85Twenty has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate building quality (3.8) and management (3.7) highest and maintenance (2.4) lowest.

3.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.7
Maintenance2.4
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.9
Location3.6
Building Quality3.8
Overall100 reviews

Resident experiences at this property are mixed, with strong praise for office and maintenance staff responsiveness balanced against persistent concerns about maintenance delays, property upkeep, and billing issues. Many residents appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and professional service from staff, while others report extended wait times for repairs, pest problems, and cleanliness issues throughout common areas. Recent management changes have been noted positively by some residents, though communication gaps and fee disputes remain recurring complaints.

Management experiences are polarized, with positive reviews praising office staff responsiveness, professionalism, and helpfulness, while negative reviews cite communication failures, slow maintenance response times, and billing disputes. Recent management changes have been noted positively by some residents, though concerns about staff turnover and inconsistent service persist. Phone accessibility and follow-up communication remain recurring pain points for dissatisfied residents.

Maintenance response times are a significant concern, with many residents reporting delays ranging from weeks to months for repairs, particularly HVAC and plumbing issues. When maintenance does arrive, work is frequently incomplete or requires multiple visits to resolve problems. Communication barriers are widespread—the office is often unreachable by phone, messages go unanswered, and promised follow-ups do not materialize. A smaller subset of recent reviews praise prompt, thorough maintenance service, suggesting some improvement in responsiveness.

Residents report significant challenges with common-area maintenance and upkeep, including persistent trash accumulation, delayed repairs, and inconsistent amenity availability. Laundry equipment and parking present recurring concerns, with some units lacking promised appliances or functional air conditioning. Office accessibility and communication responsiveness vary, though some residents praise recent management improvements and facility updates like gym equipment.

The property offers convenient highway access to major routes (I-74 and I-465) and is located in a generally safe area. Positive reviews highlight clean neighborhoods and spacious, well-maintained units, though some residents report ongoing concerns with mail delivery reliability and occasional maintenance delays under current management.

Building quality shows mixed conditions with maintenance responsiveness noted positively, but significant concerns about pest control effectiveness, noise insulation, and cleanliness. Thin walls allow neighbor noise and odors to transfer between units. Trash and waste management infrastructure appears insufficient for resident needs.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

The 85Twenty is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The 85Twenty was good on 256 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in February (average AQI 58, moderate). Daily highs averaged 85°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 16°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

256 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 45

Temperature

85° / 16°

average July high / January low

: 87° high, 64° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January32°F16°F44 (good)19 of 31
February42°F24°F58 (moderate)8 of 28
March61°F39°F44 (good)24 of 31
April70°F49°F44 (good)28 of 30
May70°F51°F42 (good)27 of 31
June80°F63°F44 (good)25 of 30
July85°F68°F56 (moderate)7 of 31
August82°F65°F43 (good)22 of 31
September82°F63°F46 (good)19 of 30
October69°F47°F37 (good)29 of 31
November51°F35°F37 (good)27 of 30
December39°F24°F44 (good)21 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The 85Twenty is a 208-unit building in Indianapolis, IN.

Sink into total comfort at The 85Twenty in Indianapolis. Calm surroundings and elegant design welcome you inside your one, two or three bedroom floor plan. With in-home conveniences like a washer and dryer and welcoming on-site amenities like a fitness center, pool and dog park, all the essentials for an incredible lifestyle are right at your fingertips. Tour these apartments for rent today!

  • Building

    Apartment · Garden
  • Total units

    208

Nearby schools

The closest school to The 85Twenty is Miss Tiaa's Child Care, a private preschool 0.5 miles away. The closest public school is Thompson Crossing Elementary School, 1.6 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Miss Tiaa's Child Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Little Angels Childcare

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Small Miracle's Children's Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Lucy Mae's Home Child Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Nativity School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle1.2 mi

Bonnie's Building Blocks Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.4 mi

Miss Beverly's Place

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Thompson Crossing Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.6 mi

Liberty Park Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.6 mi

Learning To Grow Childcare Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Contact & management

The 85Twenty is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 317-751-5654.


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