An idyllic smalltown suburb in the heart of Indiana
Zionsville may be Indiana’s last city alphabetically, but it is near the top of most lists of best places in the state to live. As measured by housing prices, Zionsville is No. 1 in the Indianapolis Metro area with a median home value near $650,000 – more than $100,000 higher than second-place Carmel and around $250,000 higher than the national median. It isn’t unusual to run into current or retired Indiana Pacers or Indianapolis Colts players around town, for quite a few call Zionsville home. Many of the city’s 31,000 other residents – more than double the population in 2010 – are drawn to the city by a combination of small-town charm and a convenient commute to Indianapolis. Though Zionsville is growing, it is still less than one-third the size of sprawling nearby suburbs Carmel and Fishers.
The Pyramids are a very recognizable landmark near Zionsville.
Rush on Main is a great place to grab a delicious meal and a cold beer in Zionsville.
Zionsville is Indiana’s last city alphabetically, but it's one of the best places to live.
Readers love visiting Black Dog Books in Zionsville.
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Main Street is the place to go shopping and dining
The city's historic downtown, visited by Abraham Lincoln on his 1861 train trip from Springfield, Illinois, to Washington, D.C., for the presidential inauguration, looks like something that could be found on the front of a postcard. “It’s very Hallmark-esque and charming. It has a quaint brick main street with small shops and restaurants,” says Kristen Cambridge, a real estate agent with @properties and Zionsville resident. “It feels less commercialized than the other towns around it.”
Main Street is the hub of commercial activity in Zionsville. The brick road has an eclectic mix of colorful buildings housing local shops and restaurants. Residents can dine at sports bars and taverns or opt for upscale seafood and French cuisine. Shops along the street offer home goods, flowers, clothing and books.
Grocery stores, chain restaurants and big-box stores can be found on U.S. Highway 421, which travels southeast toward Interstate 465 and Indianapolis.
Zionsville is known for the historic brick road on main street.
The Friendly Tavern in Zionsville is known for their large portions of large wings.
Walmart is a big-box store providing Zionsville residents a large selection of convenience.
Stop into Black Dog Books in Zionsville for a rare reading selection.
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A hot housing market with a variety of home styles
There is a mix of housing in Zionsville, reflecting changing styles throughout the years. Close to downtown, homebuyers can find Craftsman and Victorian homes on shaded streets laid out in a grid. Further out from the city center there are a growing number of new subdivisions with contemporary home styles. With the city’s growing popularity, the housing market is hot in this small town. “It’s a very desirable area, so the market is crazy. Anything that’s a good piece of real estate that goes on the market goes fast,” says Katie Hintz, a broker at CENTURY 21 Scheetz who has sold several homes in Zionsville. “Inventory is low, but if you buy into Zionsville now, it will hold its value.” Homes in Zionsville stay on the market about a week less than the national average of 44 days. Prices can range from townhouses that sell around $250,000 all the way to large estates going for more than $3 million.
Stunning architecture is the norm in Zionsville, with homes available to please anyone.
Homes in Zionsville stay on the market about a week less than the national average of 44 days.
Brick ranch-style homes are common in Zionsville, and are perfect for first time home buyers.
Stunning homes rich in personality are seen everywhere in Zionsville.
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Zionsville Community Schools among Indiana's top-rated
Zionsville’s school system is another factor in its rapid growth. Zionsville Community Schools receives an A-plus rating from Niche. The district has over 8,000 students and nearly 500 teachers across nine schools. Zionsville Community High School is rated as the fifth-best public high school in the state, according to Niche, and has a 98.4% graduation rate. The school is home to the STAR Bank Performing Arts Center, a 1,235-seat venue that hosts dance competitions, concerts, theater productions and the Miss Indiana pageant.
Zionsville Community High offers quality education to students in the Zionsville area.
Zionsville Pleasant View Elementary School receives an A+ rating from Niche in 2024.
Union Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1 in 2024.
Zionsville Middle School serves students grades 5-8 in the Zionsville community.
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Plenty of public parks, plus the state's best golf course community
Locals have plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors, with more than 700 acres of parks and trails throughout the city. Lions Park is an 18-acre park located next to downtown, with several recreational opportunities. Residents can visit the park to play baseball, softball, basketball, tennis or pickleball. The park also has two playgrounds for children to explore. The Zionsville Rail Trail is a 5-mile paved trail popular with joggers and walkers. Trail parking is available at several locations throughout the city, making it easy for residents to take advantage of this scenic pathway.
Holliday Farms, which opened in 2021, was the final course designed by legendary golf architect Pete Dye. The members-only club and golf course community features an 18-hole championship course and 9-hole par-3 course. Holliday Farms was named Golfweek’s top residential course in Indiana in 2024.
The Zionsville Rail Trail is a 5-mile paved trail popular with joggers and walkers.
Zionsville artists love to represent their Lions heritage at Lions Park.
Holliday Farms in Zionsville was the final course designed by legendary golf architect Pete Dye.
Come take a peaceful and secluded walk at Zion Nature Center trail in Zionsville.
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Nearby highways make commuting a breeze
Due to the city’s suburban layout, Hintz says most people drive to get where they’re going. Zionsville has no public transit, but the city is walkable in certain areas, especially downtown. Residents can easily access Highway 421, Interstate 465 and Interstate 65 for longer trips throughout the Indianapolis metro area. Downtown Indianapolis is about 18 miles south of Zionsville, a drive that typically takes 30 minutes. Indianapolis International Airport is just over 20 miles south and offers nonstop flights to several cities across the U.S. Indianapolis Executive Airport, located on Zionsville’s far north side, serves private aircraft.
Fourth of July celebration packs Lions Park
Zionsville’s Fourth of July celebration, sponsored by the local Lions Club, is the town’s signature annual event. Held at Lions Park, the event features food, family-friendly events and patriotic music prior to the fireworks show at dusk. In August, downtown hosts the annual Zionsville Street Dance, a city festival with live music, food and dancing. Other major events include the Fall Festival and Christmas in the Village.
Zionsville’s Fourth of July celebration happens at Lions Park.
Hussey Mayfield Memorial Library is a library in Zionsville that has events for kids.
The community garden in Zionsville allows residents to come grow plants, and hosts local events.
Many vendors at the Whitestown Winter Market offer free samples.
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Nationally recognized for safety
Homebuyers are also attracted to Zionsville because it is a safe city to call home, with very little crime. The city had a total of 8 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2023, drastically lower than the state or national rates. MoneyGeek rated Zionsville as one of the safest cities in the country in 2023, and the safest in Indiana.
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