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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kirkwood a good place to live?
Kirkwood is a good place to live. Kirkwood is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with minimal transit options. Kirkwood has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.0 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $63,698 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 34% of residents. A majority of residents in Kirkwood are home owners, with 26% of residents renting and 74% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Kirkwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Kirkwood neighborhood guide.
Is Kirkwood, IN a safe neighborhood?
Kirkwood, IN is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Kirkwood?
The median home price in Kirkwood is $249,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $50,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.66%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,280 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $55K a year to afford the median home price in Kirkwood. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Kirkwood is $64K.
What are the best public schools in Kirkwood?
The best public schools that serve Kirkwood are:
- North Side High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Brentwood Elementary School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
- Forest Park Elementary School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
What are the best private schools in Kirkwood?
The best private schools that serve Kirkwood are:
- Concordia Lutheran High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- Bishop Dwenger High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- Holy Cross Lutheran School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.2.
What are the most popular zip codes in Kirkwood, Fort Wayne, IN?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Kirkwood, Fort Wayne, IN?
The most popular neighborhoods near Kirkwood, Fort Wayne, IN are North Anthony, Northside, Glenwood Park, Northwest Fort Wayne and New Glenwood.