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Near Northside

Near Northside

Suburban Neighborhood in Indianapolis, Indiana

Marion County 46202, 46205, 46208

$447,111 Average Value
$204 Average Price per Sq Ft
55 Homes For Sale

A 'suburb in the city' on Indy's Northside

Though considered one neighborhood by the City of Indianapolis, Near Northside is a combination of multiple distinct neighborhoods: Kennedy-King, Herron-Morton, Meridian-Highland, Fall Creek Place, Reagan Park and Monon Yard. Along with Old Northside, these neighborhoods sit just across Interstate 65 from downtown Indianapolis. “I call this neighborhood 'the suburbs of the city,'” says Mina Kadhum, broker with Trueblood Real Estate. There’s a common bond between the Near Northside’s many communities – access to parks, yards with old trees, an easy trip downtown, and an array of good eating.

Rows of unique homes with beautifully maintained yards can be found in Near Northside.
Rows of unique homes with beautifully maintained yards can be found in Near Northside.
Near Northside residents enjoy classic historic architecture throughout most of the area.
Near Northside residents enjoy classic historic architecture throughout most of the area.
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Diverse menus provide some of Indy's best eating

Tinker Street, located on the 16th Street boundary between Herron-Morton and Old Northside, features a rotating seasonal menu and was named one of USA Today’s eight best places to eat in the Midwest. Yet no American president has eaten there yet. That distincton belongs to Kountry Kitchen in Kennedy-King, a soul food restaurant frequented by out-of-towners and locals alike. Dubbed “the best soul food ever” by Shaquille O’Neal, Kountry Kitchen also serves more than 2,000 meals for the needy every Christmas. Along the 22nd Street corridor, options vary from coffee and cocktail spot Gather 22 to the formal (Bocca Modern Italian) or a laid-back modern diner (Baby’s). Other neighborhood favorites include Lincoln Square Pancake House in Meridian-Highland and Pure-trition Juice and Smoothie Bar in Kennedy-King. The popular Massachusetts Avenue entertainment district, about a mile from the center of the neighborhood, can also be reached on foot. There is one grocery store in the neighborhood – a Kroger on 16th St. -- as well as Needler’s Market and a Whole Foods nearby.

Near Northside is home to one of Indianapolis' best restaurants Tinker Street.
Near Northside is home to one of Indianapolis' best restaurants Tinker Street.
Babys Burgers is a classic style diner in the heart of Near Northside.
Babys Burgers is a classic style diner in the heart of Near Northside.
Baby's serves up some of the best burgers in town for Near Northside residents.
Baby's serves up some of the best burgers in town for Near Northside residents.
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Homes range from historic to brand-new

From houses built in the 19th century to brand-new homes built on old lots, Near Northside has a wide array of housing styles and prices. Ranches and bungalows can range from $130,000-310,000. Colorfully painted Foursquares and other two-story houses range from $250,000 for some historic homes to $1.3 million for a new build. The median price on the Near Northside is $405,000. More than anywhere else in the city, carriage houses are a common sight, providing a potential income stream for homebuyers through long- or short-term rentals. “It’s part of the property, people don’t parcel them off,” Kadhum says. “The most common is a two-car garage with either a studio or one bedroom apartment attached.”

Residents of Near Northside show their creative side by painting their homes vibrant colors.
Residents of Near Northside show their creative side by painting their homes vibrant colors.
Near Northside locals show off their unique personalities with beautiful homes in the area.
Near Northside locals show off their unique personalities with beautiful homes in the area.
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MLK Park remembers key moment in Indianapolis history

Near Northside’s largest park commemorates a watershed moment. Robert F. Kennedy was in the neighborhood campaigning for President on the night of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination in 1968, and Kennedy chose to break the devastating news to a predominantly African American crowd. His impromptu speech and expression of grief, credited with maintaining a sense of peace in Indianapolis during one of the most tumultuous weeks in American history, is commemorated with the Landmark for Peace Memorial at Martin Luther King Jr. Park. The sculpture symbolizes what Kennedy and King strived to achieve for racial justice before both their lives were cut short. MLK Memorial Park also features a swimming pool, playground, basketball court and community garden. In Herron-Morton, the well-manicured Herron-Morton Place Park features a playground, swing sets and multiple benches shaded by tree canopies.

The Landmark for Peace can be found in the MLK Park in Near Northside.
The Landmark for Peace can be found in the MLK Park in Near Northside.
Near Northside locals can enjoy all the art and culture of the areas surrounding Indianapolis.
Near Northside locals can enjoy all the art and culture of the areas surrounding Indianapolis.
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Herron High among Indy's top schools

Neighborhood students can attend Herron High School, which earns an A-plus grade on Niche and is the top-rated charter high school in Indianapolis. It is also rated the No. 2 school for the arts in Indiana. K-8 students are zoned to attend Center for Inquiry School 27, and Indianapolis Public School with a C-rating. The Oaks Academy, an A-plus rated Christian school with an emphasis on providing a classical education to students from diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, serves K-5 students on the Near Northside. Oaks Academy also has a middle school in nearby Martindale-Brightwood.

Center for Inquiry School 27 has educated and taught students in Indianapolis for decades.
Center for Inquiry School 27 has educated and taught students in Indianapolis for decades.
Herron High School offers a high level education to students in Indianapolis.
Herron High School offers a high level education to students in Indianapolis.
The Oaks Academy is a highly rated school in Near Northside.
The Oaks Academy is a highly rated school in Near Northside.
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Easy access to a wide range of events

Every April 4 and June 6, the Kennedy King Memorial Initiative Cultural Visitors Center at MLK Park hosts events to commemorate the anniversaries of King and Kennedy's assassinations. In Herron-Morton, Epilogue Players and Footlite Musicals are neighboring theatre companies who perform multiple shows each year at the Hedback Community Theatre. Near Northside residents are also just three miles away from games and events at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Lucas Oil Stadium and Victory Field.

Friendly on foot, with a hospital to boot

Near Northside receives a walk score of 83/100 and bike score of 70/100. “You see kids walking to school in the morning,” Kadhum says. The Monon Trail, which runs 25 miles downtown to north of suburban Carmel, runs along the neighborhood's eastern boundary. There are also Indy Go bus routes along Meridian St., Delaware St., 16th St. and College Ave. Interstate 65, which leads 180 miles northwest to Chicago, forms the neighborhood’s southern boundary. IU Health Methodist Hospital, located in the neighborhood's southwest corner, is the Near Northside's largest employer.

Near Northside residents are able easily enjoy experiences like the Indianapolis Canal Walk.
Near Northside residents are able easily enjoy experiences like the Indianapolis Canal Walk.
The Monon Trail connects many towns in Indianapolis, Near Northside is one of them.
The Monon Trail connects many towns in Indianapolis, Near Northside is one of them.
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Different parts of neighborhood have different concerns

The southern half of the neighborhood is the noisier half thanks to its proximity to I-65 as well as ambulance and helicopter traffic at the hospital. The flip side? Flooding is less of a concern than it is in the northwest part of the neighborhood – Meridian-Highland and Fall Creek Place – which are in the Fall Creek flood zone.

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Near Northside US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$437,000
Median Single Family Price
$452,500
Median Townhouse Price
$389,750
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$265,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$207,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$204
Number of Homes for Sale
55
Last 12 months Home Sales
166
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$460,667
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,542
Median Year Built
1955
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,484
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,993
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,512
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
998
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 5pm

    2209 Carrollton Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205

    $550,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,768 Sq Ft
    • 2209 Carrollton Ave
    • New 7 days ago

    This stunning home features luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire house, creating a seamless and modern look. The open-concept design connects the spacious great room and gourmet kitchen, which includes a convenient breakfast bar with a waterfall quartz countertop ideal for casual dining & entertaining. You have a breakfast nook on the back end of the kitchen that opens up to the back

    Kiera Moss Engel & Volkers

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1am - 3pm

    1802 Bellefontaine St, Indianapolis, IN 46202

    $700,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 6,698 Sq Ft
    • 1802 Bellefontaine St
    • New 25 days ago

    FULLY CUSTOM BUILT 4 BED/3.5 BATH SHIPPING CONTAINER HOME DESIGNED BY RENOWNED ARCHITECT TRAVIS PRICE. NO EXPENSES WERE SPARED WITH HIGH END FINISHES THROUGHOUT! THIS FULLY FURNISHED HOME FEATURES: CUSTOM FLOATING WHITE OAK STAIRCASE, GLASS FEATURE WALL, LVP FLOORING ON ALL LEVELS, QUARTZ COUNTERS IN KITCHEN/BATHS, CUSTOM CABINETRY THROUGHOUT, STAINLESS APPLIANCES, CARRERA MARBLE IN MASTER BATH.

    Justin Griffith Keller Williams Indy Metro NE

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 3pm

    1842 Central Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202

    $430,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,160 Sq Ft
    • 1842 Central Ave
    • New 30 days ago

    Convenient Luxury // Don't miss your chance to live in Herron-Morton! This former model and end unit offers over 2000 SQ FT of living space over 3 floors. It has 2 living spaces on separate floors for plenty of options. An open-concept main floor with hardwood floors, plenty of natural light, and a waterfall island that makes entertaining fun and easy. The main floor also boasts a butler's pantry

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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 Renters

Demographics

Total Population
10,230
Median Age
35
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$68,945
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$101,661

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.6%
College Graduates
54.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.4%
% Population in Labor Force
76.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
13''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

49 / 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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