$216,222Average Value$107Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Finding a place in the Carpenter community
Wide open spaces meet small-town charm in Carpenter Township, Indiana. With thousands of acres of farmland surrounding the quaint town of Remington, homebuyers can choose to be a few steps from their next-door-neighbor's door, or to have five or more acres shielding them from the nearest residents. The township is 32 miles north of Lafayette, Indiana, and around 90 miles south of Chicago’s city center. While residents may have to travel 30 minutes to the nearest supermarket, small independent shops and restaurants add to Remington’s character and sense of community. “It’s a place where everyone knows and helps out their neighbors,” says Kathy Stucker, a local real estate agent with Stucker Realty Inc. “There are several factories that have been bringing in new people in recent years, but a lot of our population is generational. We’re a small town, but you can get everything you need without going far.”
Entry-level pricing and classic architecture
Rural living in Carpenter means lower taxes and relatively affordable housing costs, with the average home value sitting at $195,000. Many homes here were built in the mid-to-late 20th century, but some early 1900s bungalows and Victorian farmhouses can be found along Remington’s main roads. Quaint, 500-square-foot, two-bedroom brick homes with recently updated interiors have hit the market for less than $100,000. At the same time, high-end price tags can be $300,000 and above with five-bedroom, 3,000-square-foot Victorians with well-kept flooring and updated appliances. The area’s standard home is a three-bedroom ranch-style house, many of which were built in the 1970s. Away from the town’s center, among the surrounding open fields and farmland, are long-established houses on expansive lots of 20 acres and more.
New homes are being constructed in Carpenter that offer plenty of green space and privacy.
Modest homes with nice sized yards can be found in the Carpenter neighborhood.
Newly constructed homes with huge yards and 2 car garages are to be had in Carpenter.
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Local goods and eats off Railroad Street
While the nearest Kroger is 20 miles east, folks can shop at Remington IGA to find a small selection of groceries, dry goods and everyday essentials. Stop for a bite to eat at The Homestead, a quaint country store with a salad bar and hot sandwiches made to order. Head to North Railroad Street to Bob & Connie’s Restaurant & Pub. Best known for their weeknight specials, this low-key spot serves up classic American pub fare like juicy burgers, battered green beans and ribeye steak.
For everyday grocery needs IGA is conveniently located in Remington in Carpenter.
The Homestead in Carpenter has delicious, fresh made soups, salads and sandwiches.
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Getting schooled with Tri-County School Corporation
Carpenter residents are served by the Tri-County School Corporation, with each public school in the pipeline earning overall Niche grades between B-minus and B-plus. Tri-County Primary School serves 200 young learners from kindergarten through second grade and earns an A-plus rating on its teachers. Local third through sixth-grade students attend Tri-County Intermediate School, which earns an above-average rating from GreatSchools for its test scores. According to Niche, Tri-County Junior/Senior High is the best public high school in White County, with an average student-to-teacher ratio of 9-1. High Schoolers have a wide array of elective courses to consider, with classes like crop management, technical theater and medical terminology. Locals can stop by the Remington Carpenter Public Library to check out a new read or to attend a book club meeting, craft workshop or story time.
Grade school students attend Tri-County Primary School in Carpenter.
Students in the greater Carpenter area can attend Tri-County Jr.-Sr. High School.
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An afternoon in the sun at Remington Community Park
Outdoor lovers can get out and enjoy the clear country air at Remington Community Park, which features facilities for baseball, soccer, tennis and basketball. Parents can bring their kids out to use the playground, or to go for a stroll along the paved walking path.
There is a paved walking path that wanders throughout Remington Community Park in Carpenter.
Enjoy a game of hoops at the courts located at Remington Community Park in Carpenter.
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The Amtrak station in downtown Remington serves the greater Carpenter area.
Routing the Chicago metro area
Carpenter Township sits just west of Interstate 65, which can be taken north to Gary, Indiana and Chicago.
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Parks in this Area
Remington Community Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Foster Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Carpenter
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Carpenter, Remington sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Carpenter, Remington over the last 12 months is $202,880, up 18% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
**5 Bedrooms, 2 baths, Fenced Yard, Generator** This expansive tradition two story home has 5 bedrooms, 2 updated bathrooms and sits on a nice sized lot with a detached garage and fenced back yard. An enclosed front porched greets you as you start your tour. The main floor starts with the dining room which is large enough for an oversized table for entertaining or large home office and opens to
Welcome to The Farm; nearly 7 acres of possibility. The property features a beautiful, authentic log cabin that is currently generating revenue through short term rentals. Brand new windows by Anderson were recently installed throughout, and still include 8 years left of warranty.Not far from the cabin you will find a secondary rental living space under renovation. It is a large 2-story
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,992
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,895
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,913
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.4%
College Graduates
26.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.2%
% Population in Labor Force
60.6%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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