Kirkwood Home for Sale

Kirkwood, a suburban community in Fort Wayne's trendy 05 zip code, is just minutes from downtown, offering residents a mix of proximity to urban amenities and suburban tranquility. Established in the early 1950s, Kirkwood features colonial-revival, traditional, and ranch-style homes with spacious front yards and fenced-in backyards. The neighborhood is slightly more affordable than surrounding areas, attracting a younger crowd. Local points of interest include Lions Park, with its baseball and basketball courts, tennis and pickleball courts, and a smart playground featuring fairytale-themed structures. Nearby, the historic Lakeside Park offers a rose garden with over 2,000 plants, picnic spots, ice skating in winter, and year-round activities like basketball and fishing. Headwaters Park, another local highlight, hosts festivals, concerts, and an ice skating rink in its open-air pavilion during winter. Dining options in Kirkwood include Firefly Coffee House and Old Crowne Coffee Roasters, both serving specialty beverages since 1999, and Willie’s Café, known for its homestyle breakfast staples. For shopping, residents frequent the Health Food Shoppe of Fort Wayne and Wooden Nickel for music records. With convenient access to East Coliseum Boulevard and Highway 69, Kirkwood residents can easily reach downtown Fort Wayne and Glenbrook Square shopping center.