Why Live in Bennett
Bennett, a neighborhood in southside Lafayette, is known for its hot real estate market. Homes are typically snapped up in six days, a fraction of the national average. Bennett is 4 miles south of downtown and features an array of architectural styles, including ranch-style, Cape Cod and Colonial Revival homes, many with stone or brick exteriors. Students may attend highly rated schools like Edgelea Elementary School and Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School, which is noted for its strong athletic program. Local green space Bishop Woods Park hosts the Summer Knights Day Camp and various sports camps. The Lafayette Country Club, situated in the northern section of the neighborhood, provides members-only access to its pools, golf course, and dining facilities. Mary Lou's Donuts and Oliverio's Southland Restaurant, two local favorites, are within a mile, and Tippecanoe Mall, 2 miles east, offers shopping and entertainment at Malibu Jack's Indoor Theme Park. Pay Less is less than 2 miles away on Beck Lane for convenient grocery shopping. Several CityBus stops can be found along Old U.S. 231, S. 9th Street and Beck Lane. Interstate 65 is 5 miles away, providing easy access to Indianapolis and Chicago. Areas above Teal Road and along Old U.S. 231 have a relatively high flood risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bennett a good place to live?
Bennett is a good place to live. Bennett is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Bennett has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 33. The average household income is $69,834 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Bennett are renters, with 55.3% of residents renting and 44.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bennett can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bennett neighborhood guide.
Is Bennett, IN a safe neighborhood?
Bennett, IN is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bennett?
The median home price in Bennett is $272,400. If you put a 20% down payment of $54,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,340 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $57K a year to afford the median home price in Bennett. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Bennett is $70K.
What are the best public schools in Bennett?
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Home Trends in Bennett, IN
On average, homes in Bennett, Lafayette sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bennett, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $273,127, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$273,127
Median Single Family Sale Price
$279,013
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$180
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$272,400
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%