Northwest Fort Wayne
Modern living outgrowing existing Craftsmans
Across the numerous subdivisions in Northwest Fort Wayne, most are planned communities with flat, winding streets lined by sidewalks and a few humble trees dotting the neat lawns. “All of Fort Wayne is expanding, so there’s a lot of new construction,” Bowen says. There are plenty of established homes, too, with builds ranging from the 1970s onward. While there is some variation in style, with the occasional Craftsman or Colonial Revival, most homes are contemporary constructions with wood or vinyl siding and stone accents framing a prominent two-car garage. A modest three-bedroom ranch-style house can sell for $170,000, whereas a four-bedroom home with over an acre to spread out on can cost as much as $700,000. On average, however, the median single-family home price is $265,000.
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200-plus courses for college and career prep
Northwest Fort Wayne is zoned for two public school districts. South of Dupont Road, students can attend Fort Wayne Community Schools. To the north, parents can send their kids to the highly sought-after Northwest Allen County Schools, ranked by Niche as the best school district in the Fort Wayne area. Young students might enroll at Hickory Center Elementary and Carroll Middle, which are both located in the neighborhood. They can continue their education at Carroll High, where students are prepared for the future with graduation requirements that center employable skills supplemented by a robust course catalog that’s over 200 classes long. All three Northwest Allen County schools score an A rating from Niche, and Carroll High ranks as the No. 2 best public high school in the Fort Wayne area.
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Communing with nature and wildlife
Farms are a dime a dozen on the more rural roads along the western edge of the neighborhood, though there’s only one worth knowing by name. Salomon Farm has been a working farm since 1871, but the historic homestead has since been turned into a public park. The scenic setting makes it a popular venue for weddings, but the farm is also host to a number of other activities, from a weekly farmers market to seasonal events like Christmas on the Farm. The Salomon Loop walkway connects to the Pufferbelly Trail, which features nearly 7 miles of paved paths. On hot days, kids can cool off at Buckner Park, which has a “sprayground” splash pad. Renovated in July 2023, the park also has a large pavilion and playground, so parents can keep an eye on the kids from the shade.
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Fresh sushi and crafty martinis
Lima Road is the main shopping corridor, with big-box stores and local restaurants clustered along the thoroughfare. Residents can pick up groceries and other everyday needs from Meijer or the Walmart Supercenter. For specialty shops, Glenbrook Square shopping mall is located nearby and houses everything from department stores to boutiques. Across the area, the dining scene encompasses both fast-food chains and hip eateries. Black Canyon is a local favorite for a night out, serving New American dishes from its wood-fired grill and offering a long martini menu with a sleek atmosphere to match. Those with a taste for international fare might prefer Asakusa; the Japanese restaurant’s strip mall exterior might appear unassuming, but patrons swear by the sushi as some of the freshest in town.
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Trips to the airport
Most areas in the neighborhood can reach downtown Fort Wayne in 10 miles or less than 25 minutes via Lima Road. For getaways that require air travel, the Fort Wayne International Airport is 30 minutes or 16 miles south on I-69. Dupont Hospital is also located right off the Interstate, meaning residents have easy access to emergency services.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Deborah Rodriguez
Deborah Rodriguez
Mike Thomas Associates
(260) 829-7913
139 Total Sales
4 in Northwest Fort Wayne
$235K - $570K Price Range
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Marcus Christlieb
Marcus Christlieb
F.C. Tucker Fort Wayne
(260) 376-4917
149 Total Sales
13 in Northwest Fort Wayne
$83K - $480K Price Range
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Matthew Lancia
Matthew Lancia
RE/MAX Results
(260) 408-9313
65 Total Sales
2 in Northwest Fort Wayne
$269K - $330K Price Range
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Tim Tower
Tim Tower
CENTURY 21 Bradley Realty, Inc
(260) 286-5280
140 Total Sales
10 in Northwest Fort Wayne
$190K - $320K Price Range
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Wade Griffin
Wade Griffin
North Eastern Group Realty
(260) 376-7774
126 Total Sales
9 in Northwest Fort Wayne
$135K - $320K Price Range
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Michelle Wyatt
Michelle Wyatt
Wyatt Group Realtors
(260) 305-0615
208 Total Sales
14 in Northwest Fort Wayne
$139K - $417K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Vesey Park
Salomon Farm Park
Parkview Family Park
Windsor Woods Park
Buckner Park
Johnny Appleseed Park
Huntertown Family Park
Kendallville Outdoor Recreation Complex
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Northwest Fort Wayne | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northwest Fort Wayne Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwest Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwest Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $280,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$299,000
Median Sale Price
$280,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$295,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$224,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$234,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
533
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$160
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
9,995
Number of Homes for Sale
116
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,908
On par with the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,417
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,330
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,179
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 191 - 3pm
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Friday, Jul 1812 - 2pm
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Friday, Jul 1812 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,595 - $2,400 per month
- Somerset Townhomes and Villas
- 2-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 928+ Sq Ft
- 3115 Carroll Rd
- Fort Wayne, IN
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$1,140 - $2,928 per month
- Avalon at Northbrook Apartments and Townhomes
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 706+ Sq Ft
- 10230 Avalon Way
- Fort Wayne, IN
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
38,038
Median Age
39
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,208
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,201
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
29.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.6%
% Population in Labor Force
70.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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