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North Wichita

North Wichita

Suburban Neighborhood in Wichita, Kansas

Sedgwick County 67204, 67219

$165,107 Average Value
$140 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale
North Wichita is full of colorful homes on small lots.
North Wichita is full of colorful homes on small lots.

Industrial neighborhood in Wichita

Split between a busy railroad track with manufacturing plants to the east and urban single-family homes to the west, North Wichita is one of the city’s most industrial neighborhoods. Though this makes for an easy commute to work, it’s not always that simple. “The trains run all day, every day,” says Caleb Claussen, a Realtor with Reece Nichols South Central Kansas, who services the neighborhood. “The train will stop and block 29th and 33rd streets sometimes. If that happens, you just go north or south and drive around it.” Though the train may be inconvenient, North Broadway Avenue, which runs parallel to the tracks on the residential side, offers the conveniences of retailers and restaurants and leads 4 miles south directly to Downtown Wichita.

Manufacturing plants create thousands of jobs

North Wichita’s industrial section brings in thousands of jobs to the neighborhood. Johnson Controls employs about 1,600 workers at its distribution center. Other leading employers include Airxcel, which builds products for recreational vehicles, and Bartlett, one of the country’s largest grain suppliers.

Urban single-family homes

The residential side of North Wichita is made up of single-family homes built in the mid-1900s. They include primarily ranch styles and bungalows, most of which are located a few feet from each other. “You can buy a house on a quarter-acre lot that is relatively affordable, and that’s why people move here,” says Fiesta Real Estate owner-broker Bernardo Flores, who has been selling homes in Wichita for 22 years. These homes typically range from 1,000 to 2,500 square feet, selling anywhere from $150,000 to $250,000, depending on the size and if there are any renovations. While many residential streets are paved, there are also a few gravel roads. But one thing many homes have in common is that they are hard to come by. “They don’t go on the market super often,” says Flores, “But when they do, they’ll sell in less than two weeks.”

North Wichita combines countryside charm and urban convenience.
North Wichita combines countryside charm and urban convenience.
This North Wichita home has a spacious front porch.
This North Wichita home has a spacious front porch.
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Another popular schooling option in North Wichita is Martin Ortiz Elementary School.
Another popular schooling option in North Wichita is Martin Ortiz Elementary School.

Easy walk to Ortiz Elementary School

Most students can walk to Ortiz Elementary School, as it’s situated right in the center of the residential area. It gets a C-minus grade from Niche, as does Pleasant Valley Middle, where kids go before finishing their degrees at Wichita Heights High, which gets a C-plus and is ranked the 6th-most diverse high school in the state.

5 miles to the nearest fishing lake and playgrounds

K-96 Fishing Lake Park is the most prominent park in North Wichita. It’s about a 5-mile drive from neighborhood homes, located on the east side of the industrial area, just across from Interstate 135. The 46-acre lake is stocked with channel catfish, crappie, largemouth bass and other fish by the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks. The 126-acre Dr. Glen Dey Park is just across the road, featuring large open fields with walking paths and two playgrounds that provide distinctly different experiences. Children can play on the newly built jungle gym in the park’s western area, which has a zipline and swing set. At the eastern playground, Kansas history comes alive with a covered wagon and a life-sized buffalo statue.

The KDOT East Lake has some beautiful scenery in North Wichita.
The KDOT East Lake has some beautiful scenery in North Wichita.
Kids love to climb on the playground at Dr. Glen Dey Park near North Wichita.
Kids love to climb on the playground at Dr. Glen Dey Park near North Wichita.
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Shopping and dining on North Broadway Avenue

Along North Broadway Avenue are a few locally owned restaurants, including Savute’s, the oldest Italian restaurant in the city. It’s been a community staple since 1944 and has been home to the attached Stick ‘N Rudder Club since 1980, where people can go to grab a cocktail while surrounded by aircraft memorabilia. El Chapulin is right next door, serving up authentic Mexican Food. There are also several other Mexican restaurants just a few blocks south in Wichita’s El Pueblo neighborhood. That’s where locals can shop for groceries and other essentials at Farmers Market and the attached Dollar General. The closest big box stores like Dillons, Walmart and Aldi are about 3 miles away.

There are several retail stores and activities within a short drive of North Wichita.
There are several retail stores and activities within a short drive of North Wichita.
The Farmers Market is a popular grocery store in North Wichita with fresh produce.
The Farmers Market is a popular grocery store in North Wichita with fresh produce.
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Two routes to Downtown Wichita

Residents can take North Broadway Avenue 4 miles south to Downtown Wichita. To avoid the traffic lights, Interstate 135 is another option, though it’s about a 6-mile drive.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower Ntl

19 min drive

Bus

Arkansas And 33rd St. N.

Bus

Ohio And 37th St Ob

Bus

Arkansas And 35th St. N

Bus

37th St. N. And Agnes

Bus

Ohio & 33rd St Ob

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Broadway And 33rd St Ib

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Broadway And 25th St Ob

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime North Wichita US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 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

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$180,000
Median Single Family Price
$175,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$140
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Months of Supply
1.30
Median List Price
$179,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,224
Median Year Built
1950
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,322
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,570
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,068

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
3,896
Median Age
33
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
30.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$58,940
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,466

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
82.2%
College Graduates
17.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
20''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

22 / 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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