Why Live in Elm Heights
Elm Heights in Bloomington is a neighborhood near downtown Bloomington and Indiana University, divided into east and west sides. The west side is mainly student rentals, while the east side features a historic district with diverse architectural styles like Greek, Tudor and Colonial Revivals, American Foursquare, Art Deco, and Spanish Colonial. Homes here are protected by a historic designation. Elm Heights borders Bryan Park, which offers green space, a public pool with a spiraling water slide, a new playground, and outdoor calisthenics equipment. Nearby, Dunn’s Woods on the IU campus provides a scenic walking path through a small forest, featuring landmarks like the Rose Well House.
Residents can enjoy local dining options such as Crumble Coffee and Bakery, Inkwell Bakery & Cafe, and The Elm, which serves upscale fare. Downtown Bloomington, within walking distance, offers a variety of dining options and a vibrant bar scene, including Yatagarasu - Bloomington, Siam House, Marco & Polo Eurasian restaurant, and Da Vinci Pizza and Pasta. The Orbit Room provides live music and pinball machines, while grocery shopping is available at Kroger and boutiques and art galleries can be found at the Fountain Square shopping center.
Elm Heights hosts annual events like the 4th Street Arts Festival and the Lotus World Music & Arts Festival. The neighborhood is served by several Bloomington Transit bus stops and is less than 2 miles from the State Road 45/46 bypass, providing access to Interstate 69 and the Indianapolis International Airport, about 52 miles away. The area is home to the highly rated Harmony School, as well as Binford and Rogers elementary schools, Jackson Creek Middle School, and Bloomington High School South.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elm Heights a good place to live?
Elm Heights is a good place to live. Elm Heights is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Elm Heights has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 27. The average household income is $45,867 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 71.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Elm Heights are renters, with 75.4% of residents renting and 24.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Elm Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Elm Heights neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Elm Heights?
The median home price in Elm Heights is $234,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $47,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,210 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $52K a year to afford the median home price in Elm Heights. The average household income in Elm Heights is $46K.
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Home Trends in Elm Heights, IN
On average, homes in Elm Heights, Bloomington sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Elm Heights, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $82,000.
Median Sale Price
$82,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$234,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$667,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$234,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%