Why Live in Wildwood Park
Wildwood Park in Fort Wayne offers a serene residential experience with lush, winding streets and mature trees, providing a peaceful retreat while keeping urban amenities within reach. The neighborhood features a small park at its heart and well-maintained sidewalks with lampposts for evening strolls. Homes in Wildwood Park are primarily midcentury, with many built in the 1940s and 1950s, including Cape Cod, traditional, and ranch-style designs. These homes typically have three to four bedrooms and two bathrooms. For those preferring rental options, a garden-style apartment complex is available along Ardmore Avenue. Rockhill Park, adjacent to the neighborhood, offers playgrounds, sports courts, and access to the Rivergreenway trail system, connecting to Swinney Park and the Towpath Trail. The Fort Wayne Country Club nearby provides golf, tennis, and swimming facilities. Jefferson Pointe Shopping Center, one mile west, features retailers like Victoria's Secret, Trader Joe’s, and dining options such as Chick-fil-A and Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano. Public transportation is accessible via Citilink bus stops along Ardmore Avenue, with a 10-minute drive to both downtown Fort Wayne and Fort Wayne International Airport. However, residents should be aware of the ongoing issue with PFAs in the water supply, stemming from industrial waste dating back to the 1940s.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wildwood Park a good place to live?
Wildwood Park is a good place to live. Wildwood Park is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Wildwood Park is a suburban neighborhood. Wildwood Park has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.2 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $66,310 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 25.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Wildwood Park are renters, with 64.8% of residents renting and 35.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wildwood Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wildwood Park neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wildwood Park?
The median home price in Wildwood Park is $299,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $60,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,520 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $65K a year to afford the median home price in Wildwood Park. The average household income in Wildwood Park is $66K.
What are the best public schools in Wildwood Park?
The best public schools that serve Wildwood Park are:
What are the best private schools in Wildwood Park?
The best private schools that serve Wildwood Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Wildwood Park?
Yes, home prices in Wildwood Park are down 5% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Wildwood Park, IN
On average, homes in Wildwood Park, Fort Wayne sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Wildwood Park, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $294,200, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$294,200
Median Single Family Sale Price
$303,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$136
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$299,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%