Why Live in Southside
Southside is where East Chicago residents come to dine out. Local restaurants line Indianapolis Boulevard, stretching down the length of the neighborhood, offering a mix of longstanding local favorites and new spots opening every day. Its location in the southern corner of the city means that Southside residents might be a bit farther from other East Chicago amenities and parks. Still, the major thoroughfares through the neighborhood mean residents are just a short drive away from the lakeside, the hospital and work. Nationals, Chicago bungalows and raised ranches line Southside’s wide streets. Front pathways connect the sidewalks and the front steps, cutting through the small patches of grass. Some young trees planted between the curb and the sidewalk offer a patch of color to the streets. Homes in Southside typically sell between $100,000 to $250,000. “You’re so close to Chicago, and the taxes are so much lower than Illinois,” Segura says. Students start at William McKinley Elementary School, which is within walking distance of many Southside homes. Niche gives it and Joseph L. Block Middle School C-minus rankings. C-rated East Chicago Central High School provides a range of
Home Trends in Southside, IN
On average, homes in Southside, East Chicago sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Southside, East Chicago over the last 12 months is $167,000, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$167,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$203,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$145,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$96
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$204,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%