$212,682Average Value$163Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Broad suburban amenities 5 miles from Fort Wayne
Parkview Addition boasts proximity to the region's largest park, the Purdue University campus and the busiest mall in the city. Residents enjoy immediate access to a host of amenities from the peace and quiet of their suburban abodes. "I grew up here. It's just a really convenient place to live," says Jane Yoder, Realtor and Broker at RE/MAX Results and east-side local. These quiet streets don't see much traffic, but there's a lot going on steps outside the neighborhood.
Midcentury homes and tree-lined streets
Parkview Addition's lofty trees change color with the seasons, dotting the community's sidewalk-lined streets. Behind the mature greenery are modest homes with spacious, grassy yards. Parkview Addition's cozy developments lodge midcentury ranch homes and simple split-level designs. Properties start around $150,000 for a well-maintained three-bedroom and climb to $200,000 for a larger home with contemporary updates. The neighborhood's limited inventory can drive a competitive market, and most listings find new owners within a week or two.
Simple but charming home in Parkview Addition neighborhood.
Well maintained front yards and clean driveways are everywhere in Parkview Addition neighborhood
The true colors of autumn brings great vibes to Parkview Addition neighborhood.
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Fort Wayne Community District and Purdue partnership
Kids living in Parkview Addition can attend the Fort Wayne Community District. Many begin at Saint Joseph Central and continue to Jefferson Middle before finishing their studies at Northrop High. Each public school carries an overall score of C-plus or higher. High schoolers can enroll in advanced placement courses in partnership with the nearby Purdue University. Several private and faith-based schools are within a 5-minute drive for buyers interested in exploring alternative education.
Fort Wayne's Saint Joseph Central receives an overall Niche grade of B-.
Students attend Jefferson Middle School.
Northrop High School covers ninth through 12th grade education.
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Golfing, playgrounds and 5Ks at Shoaff Park
Shoaff Park touches the neighborhood's north end, formed primarily by a popular golf course. An 18-hole round is minutes away for Parkview Addition homeowners. Residents can also visit to let the kids cool off on the splash pad or run around the playground while other visitors unwind with a walk along the park's scenic stretch of riverbank. Shoaff also hosts community events like the annual Frosty Frolic 5K, where locals dress up in festive garb to run the 3.1-mile trek. The Allen County War Memorial Coliseum is onsite at Purdue University, filled with crowds cheering on the Fort Wayne Komets during hockey season.
Shoaff Parks 18 hole golf course is a short drive away from Parkview.
Allen County War Memorial Coliseum is a large complex with event hall.
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Glenbrook Square Shopping Mall
Kroger is the neighborhood's nearest grocery store, and several commercial hot spots are nearby, including Glenbrook Square Shopping Mall, the biggest and busiest in the city. Fort Wayne Famous Waffle Station is a local parking lot pitstop that packs a big breakfast punch. Dos Margaritas is next door, a hot spot for a sit-down meal. Crowds funnel into Piere's Entertainment Center in the corner of the shopping plaza for live music and comedy.
Dos Margaritas has a vibrant interior dining area.
Glenbrook Square Mall is a popular destination for Parkview shoppers and walkers.
The famous Fort Wayne Waffle Station.
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Purdue University is a short drive from Parkview Addition.
Convenient nearby commuter hubs
Most Parkville Addition locals don't have long work commutes. Purdue University is a major player in the local economy, along with Parkview Hospital, within a 5-mile ride away. The 5-mile ride into downtown Fort Wayne is typically under 15 minutes from Crescent Avenue, a scenic, non-highway route. Most locals here are drivers, but there are Citilink bus stops at all the major shopping plazas for a car-free ride around town. The Fort Wayne International Airport is roughly 15 miles south for long-distance travel. "The way Fort Wayne is laid out - it's not too bad getting anywhere," Yoder says.
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Parks in this Area
Shoaff Park Playground and SplashPad
Mengerson Nature Preserve
Lions Park
Majestic Grassy Knoll
Johnny Appleseed Park
Praise Park
Transit
Airport
Fort Wayne International
31 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Parkview Addition
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Parkview Addition, Fort Wayne sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Parkview Addition, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $238,544, up 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Wonderful, new 3 bedroom , 2 bath ranch home with fireplace in great room and 9 foot ceilings Wooden screen fence. Appliance filled kitchen with kitchen island. 3 garage. maintenance free exterior. Laundry area located close to bedrooms. Lot size is approximate. Real estate taxes approximate. Location on quiet, dead end street.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
572
Median Age
36
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,038
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,252
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.4%
College Graduates
20.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
75.2%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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