Indy homeowners frustrated with lack of Super Bowl renters

Hoosiers hoping to rent their homes to out-of-town visitors are feeling frustrated.

If your dream of watching the Super Bowl includes a historic home that has a posh bed and breakfast feel, there are still homes available for rent.

Todd Foushee's home is located in a historic neighborhood, built in 1924 with three bedrooms and fine art that you can see on museum walls. Those who want to perform keg stands and party like rock stars need not apply.

"I'm screening closely," said Foushee. "I'm hopefully looking for a family. If it's kids and young people, it's not going to happen."


He is asking $1,500 a night and is disappointed in the lack of responses he's received from Patriot and Giant fans.

"It's surprising it's so limited. I thought that after the teams were picked, it would be better but it has been slow so far," said Fouchee.

In Franklin Township, another homeowner had high hopes once the teams were selected for the Super Bowl. He received an offer from Hooters corporate restaurant executives to rent his home for $4,000 a day, but then the phone stopped ringing.

"He put in new carpet, he upgraded the home, and then it fizzled out." said Ron Parkinson, the homeowner's friend.

Things could be worse. A month ago, we reported on Jeremy Stierwalt, who wanted to rent out his Mass. Ave. high rise apartment for $7,000. All proceeds were going to go to the Alzheimer's Association.

Instead of renting out his home, he ended up in court, handed a 50-page lawsuit from his homeowners association claiming there is not a short term lease clause in his contract. Still, he isn't giving up. He has plans to host his own party, charge at the door, and raise money for his cause.

In Geist, another couple couple has plans to rent their half a million dollar home.

"It's only five months old," said the owner. "Plus, we'll offer shuttle service."

If all of these homeowners aren't successful, there isn't a big sense of disappointment. After all, we live in Indianapolis and the Super Bowl is here.

Foushee was downtown Monday night and said the energy is incredible.

"You can feel it, people here in Indianapolis are happy and that's a good thing."

If you are interested in renting any of the properties, please email Anne Yeager at anyeager@fox59.com.