Stadium Lofts

The Stadium Lofts in Indianapolis are a modern residential development built within the historic walls of the former Owen J. Bush Stadium. This baseball stadium opened in 1931 and served as the home of the Indianapolis Indians until 1996. The ballpark has a rich history: it was also used by Negro Leagues teams such as the Indianapolis Clowns, who won the championship there in 1952. The stadium also hosted the baseball tournament of the 1987 Pan American Games and served as a backdrop for the film Eight Men Out. After the Indians moved to the new Victory Field in 1996, the structure fell increasingly into disrepair until it was closed in 2001.

The transformation into a residential complex began in 2012 with the demolition of parts of the old structure to make room for 138 loft apartments. The development opened on July 27, 2013. The renovation placed great emphasis on preserving the historic fabric. The outer facade was largely retained, and distinctive features such as the former owner's box and the ticket window were incorporated into the new apartments. The former playing field is now paved with stamped red concrete, while the old floodlight towers still stand. The complex offers studios as well as one- and two-bedroom apartments and includes newly built apartments in addition to the lofts in the old stadium building.

For visitors, the location offers a fascinating glimpse into the city's sports history. You can admire the surviving architectural details of the stadium, designed by Osborn Engineering in 1931 and originally known as Perry Stadium. Also notable is the historic look of the exterior walls, where ivy once grew, an adornment that later inspired the famous Wrigley Field in Chicago as well. The combination of industrial past and modern living space makes the Stadium Lofts a unique place where the history of baseball in Indianapolis remains physically tangible.