Why Live in Frances Slocum
Frances Slocum in Fort Wayne is a well-established, walkable neighborhood just northeast of Downtown Fort Wayne. The area is known for its quiet streets and proximity to over 20 houses of worship within a 3-mile radius, catering to various faiths and denominations. Local dining options include Ryu's Kitchen for Korean cuisine, Hall's Prime Rib with daily specials, and Bangkok Bistro for Thai dishes. For groceries, residents frequent Health Food Shoppe of Fort Wayne, Ko Ko Family's Asian Market, and Fort Wayne Halal Meat & Grocery. Entertainment options nearby include the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum and Glenbrook Square shopping mall. The neighborhood features two public parks: Lions Park, with sports courts and a playground themed on Hans Christian Andersen's fairytales, and Klug Park, a historic 2-acre park with swings and slides. The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, less than 5 miles away, offers over 24,000 square feet of gardens and seasonal exhibits. Homes in Frances Slocum are primarily refurbished bungalows, ranches, and Colonials built between 1908 and 1958, often on cozy lots with fenced-in yards. The neighborhood is served by Fort Wayne Community Schools, with students typically attending Brentwood Elementary, Lakeside Middle, and North Side High School. Residents are under 3 miles from Downtown Fort Wayne, with bus stops around the neighborhood and Indiana State Route 930 just 1 mile away. Fort Wayne International Airport is about 11.5 miles away, and Parkview Hospital Randallia, a full-service healthcare center, is located just outside the neighborhood. Local events include May’s Buskerfest and the Three Rivers Festival in July.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Frances Slocum a good place to live?
Frances Slocum is a good place to live. Frances Slocum is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Frances Slocum is a suburban neighborhood. Frances Slocum has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.2 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $75,800 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 26% of residents. A majority of residents in Frances Slocum are home owners, with 29.3% of residents renting and 70.7% of residents owning their home. A
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Is Frances Slocum, IN a safe neighborhood?
Frances Slocum, IN is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Frances Slocum?
The median home price in Frances Slocum is $489,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $97,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,530 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $108K a year to afford the median home price in Frances Slocum. The average household income in Frances Slocum is $76K.
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Home Trends in Frances Slocum, IN
On average, homes in Frances Slocum, Fort Wayne sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Frances Slocum, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $470,000, up 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$470,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$447,100
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$420,270
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$240,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$244
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
51
Median List Price
$489,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
32%