Scenery and amenities a few miles from Downtown Fort Wayne
Cambridge Oaks is an eastern Fort Wayne community with eclectic housing options. Homes, condominiums, apartments and a retirement community are all here. Those who settle in Cambridge Oaks are between two crossroads, which can take them in every cardinal direction. “Cambridge Oaks is a desirable neighborhood because it’s close to so much, and it’s a gorgeous area,” says Realtor Michelle Wyatt of Wyatt Group Realtors. “The neighborhood doesn’t have a lot of amenities, but it’s easy to get to shopping or restaurants.” A nearby nature reserve fills the need for outdoor recreation. Residents are also a 3-mile drive from Interstate 469, while Citilink buses connect to downtown.
Ranch homes line the sunny streets of Cambridge Oaks.
Forest walks at Mengerson Nature Preserve near Cambridge Oaks inspire the soul.
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A variety of housing types and styles
Renters and retirees have as much reason to settle in Cambridge Oaks as a family looking for a classic three-bedroom home. This is because Cambridge Oaks’ residential streets vary, with the northern half featuring a collection of new construction, condos, an apartment complex and a retirement community. The southern half more resembles the suburban streets of other Fort Wayne communities. Homes in the neighborhood tend to be built in the ranch and split-level styles. Buyers can expect to find four-bedroom homes for between $185,00 and $350,000. Wyatt says that renovations and expansions are becoming more prevalent, "which tends to mean prices will go up, too.” Condos on the north end sell between $215,000 and $250,00.
A traditional Colonial Revival home on a quiet street in Cambridge Oaks. .
A newer home build in the traditional style in Cambridge Oaks.
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Wood fired pizzas and pantry stockers
When it’s time to stock up on groceries, residents can head to either Target or Kroger, each 2 miles north or south of the neighborhood, respectively. Discount stores and pharmacies are also close at Northwood Plaza and the Georgetown Square shopping center. Northcrest Shopping Center, about 5 miles away, includes a deeper selection of stores such as Dick’s Sporting Goods, Best Buy and Kohl’s. Casa Grille Italiano is a local favorite, where diners have their choice of traditional Italian favorites or wood-fired pizza. Fans of Mexican cuisine head to family-owned Casa Grande.
An employee at the Casa Grille Italiano cooks a steak over an open flame, near Cambridge Oaks.
Cambridge Oaks residents shop at Kroger Marketplace for their groceries, home-goods & clothing.
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Nature parks and trails all around
There are no parks in Cambridge Oaks, so residents looking for a playground for their children will have to drive a bit. Bristers Springs Park is the nearest, about a mile-and-a-half from the neighborhood. This small park offers access to a playground and some open space. For a more comprehensive spot, there’s Kreager Park, offering visitors access to a playground, a seasonal-use splash pad, tennis courts, soccer and softball fields and a mile-long walking path with fitness stations. Keeping fit is convenient, with both a Planet Fitness and a Catalyst Fitness within a mile of the neighborhood. When the treadmill gets repetitive, residents can head to the 47-acre Mengerson Nature Reserve for a walk. The area lies between two suburbs, making it small for an outdoor reserve, but this doesn’t deter the residents of Cambridge Oaks from exploring it just a mile and a half from home.
The Mengereson Nature Preserve is run by the Acres Land Trust and was a former area farm.
Kreager Park welcomes bikers, runners and kids of all ages from Cambridge Oaks who love the outdoors.
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Attending class in Cambridge Oaks
Students can walk to nearby Fred H. Croninger Elementary, which gets an A-minus from Niche. They then move to Blackhawk Middle, rated B-minus from Niche. Northrop High also gets a B-minus, in addition to offering their Project Lead the Way – Engineering program.
Blackhawk Middle School is a public school in Fort Wayne with a B- Niche rating.
The Northrop High School Bruins football team had a 1-9 record in 2023.
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Getting around in Cambridge Oaks
Cambridge Oaks is on the outskirts, so Downtown Fort Wayne is a 7-mile, 15-minute drive away. Taking the Citilink bus into town lasts about 50 minutes, depending on traffic, though the nearest stop is a half-mile west. Reaching Fort Wayne International Airport also takes time, approximately 30 minutes by car. An Indiana University Health Urgent Care facility is in the neighborhood, and Lutheran Downtown Hospital is just over a mile west on Stellhorn Road.
A lawsuit over PFAs
Fort Wayne has had issues with PFAs, or “forever chemicals,” in its environment dating back more than 50 years. In July 2024, the city sued multiple local companies for their role in the disposal of these harmful chemicals. Although the drinking water is not affected, testing for the presence of these PFAs elsewhere costs the city nearly $10,000 a year.
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Parks in this Area
Mengerson Nature Preserve
Kreager Park
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Tennis
Brister Spring Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Playground
Rocket Park
Imperial Gardens Park (Unnamed)
Rivergreenway
Transit
Airport
Fort Wayne International
32 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cambridge Oaks
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cambridge Oaks, Fort Wayne sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Cambridge Oaks, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $271,995, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$263,000
Median Single Family Price
$292,500
Median Townhouse Price
$245,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$255,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$130
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$265,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
303
Median Year Built
1981
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,191
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,633
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,557
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,071,140
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,093
Median Age
42
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,721
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,021
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
25%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
68.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
18/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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