Nick Scalise
Listing Leaders
(219) 245-7059
196 Total Sales
1 in Winfield-Lake County
$355,000 Price
Winfield-Lake County
Rural Neighborhood in Winfield, Indiana
Lake County 46307
Amid the quiet countryside of northwest Indiana, Winfield provides new, contemporary homes in tidy subdivisions. This neighborhood allows residents to retreat from the flurry of activity common to many Chicago suburbs. Amenities are minimal, keeping the focus on comfortable domesticity.
Large, single-family houses, duplexes, and town houses weave around small ponds. Home prices range widely here, with an average listing price of $400,000. Refurbished, lake-front homes with two-acre lots and five bedrooms reach prices of $800,000 and beyond, though you can also snag a two-bedroom condo with around 1,200 square feet for less than $250,000. Winfield is continuing to develop new subdivisions on the area’s open fields, so modern, waterfront, craftsman-style houses are continuously hitting the market. Apart from these newly constructed homes, most houses in the area were built in the late 1990s and early 2000s. A few lakes and ponds can be found scattered throughout the area, and many homes that back up to the water feature private docks, allowing residents to launch their canoe or kayak for a day out on the water. The subdivisions are also dotted with pocket parks home to picnic tables and playgrounds.
Four public schools serve the students of Winfield, all of which earn overall Niche grades of A-minus or higher. Kindergarten through second grade students can attend Winfield Elementary School before heading to Jerry Ross Elementary for the remainder of their primary school years. Colonel John Wheeler Middle School earns an A rating from Niche and is ranked the fourth best public middle school in Lake County. After the eighth grade, students can attend Crown Point High School, where they will find over 50 extracurriculars to choose from, including clubs centered around fishing, fashion, world languages and marine biology.
The Winfield Branch Library can be found in the center of town and provides locals with a wide selection of books to borrow, along with events and programs for those of all ages, including book clubs, movie showings and craft workshops. Each fall, locals can head to Randolph Street Park for Winfield Harvest Festival, which offers dozens of vendor booths along with food trucks, live music, and a beer garden. Admission is free, but you'll have to buy tickets for the kids' carnival games and inflatables.
The northern end of Randolph Street offers a selection of essentials, including Strack & Van Til for groceries and Saturday Sangria Bakery & Café for cupcakes, coffee and gluten-free pastries. When you're in the mood for pizza, swing by Aurelio's or Stephano's.
Shopping options in Winfield-Lake County are mostly limited to errands like salons, dry cleaning, and trips to the hardware store. Simply Daisy Boutique is one exception, selling women's clothing and home accessories. For groceries and other amenities, take the short drive west to Crown Point's Aldi or Strack and Van Til. And while the nightlife is limited to Buddy & Pal's, this sports bar features live music and a closing time of 3:00 A.M. Residents will also find convenience in their proximity to the amenities, restaurants and events of Crown Point, located six miles to the west.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nick Scalise
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Susan Mender
Susan Mender
Responds QuicklyListing Leaders MVPS
(269) 231-8675
312 Total Sales
9 in Winfield-Lake County
$65K - $464K Price Range
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Jessica Lee
Jessica Lee
(219) 240-0717
81 Total Sales
1 in Winfield-Lake County
$380,000 Price
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Kyle Wade
Kyle Wade
Weichert Realtors - Shoreline
(708) 832-6949
156 Total Sales
1 in Winfield-Lake County
$490,000 Price
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Joseph Burdick
Joseph Burdick
Weichert Realtors - Shoreline
(779) 242-2833
114 Total Sales
3 in Winfield-Lake County
$249K - $330K Price Range
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Meghan Maddox
Meghan Maddox
Responds Quickly(219) 259-5129
150 Total Sales
1 in Winfield-Lake County
$500,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 3rd to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Collins Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Stoney Run County Park
Deep River Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Windy Hill Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
Erlenbach Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Crown Point Dog Park
- Dog Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Winfield-Lake County | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Winfield-Lake County, Winfield sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Winfield-Lake County, Winfield over the last 12 months is $424,703, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$415,000
Median Single Family Price
$432,950
Median Townhouse Price
$285,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$187
Number of Homes for Sale
69
Last 12 months Home Sales
209
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$449,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,816
Median Year Built
2004
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,493
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,656
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,344
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Open Houses
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Sunday, Apr 2711am - 12:30pm
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Wednesday, Apr 2312 - 5pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,598
Median Age
39
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$119,295
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$131,564
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.5%
Advanced Degrees
16.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
42''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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