Darrough Chapel Houses for Sale

Darrough Chapel, located on the eastern edge of Kokomo, Indiana, offers a small-town atmosphere while being conveniently close to major shopping centers like Meijer, Sam’s Club, and Walmart Supercenter on Markland Avenue. This neighborhood, which dates back to the 1890s, features mostly one-story homes, including bungalows, cottages, and ranches, with an average size of 1,200 square feet on lots around 5,500 square feet. Most homes were built before 1950, and the narrow streets reflect the era before larger vehicles became common. Darrough Chapel is strategically positioned between State Road 931 and the U.S. Route 31 bypass, providing easy access to both GM and Chrysler plants to the south and new electric car battery plants to the north. The area is known for its low crime risk, safer than the national average. Local attractions include Championship Park, which opened in 2021 and features multiple baseball and softball fields, and the Howard County Veterans Memorial. Dining options within the neighborhood are limited to El Arcoiris Ice Cream, offering a variety of savory and sweet treats. The neighborhood school has been converted to Darrough Chapel Head Start, a highly rated preschool, while older students attend nearby schools such as Elwood Haynes Elementary and Maple Crest Middle School. Tornadoes are a notable concern in the region, with historical occurrences impacting nearby areas.