High quality of life in growing suburb west of Indianapolis
Avon is a growing suburb west of Indianapolis in neighboring Hendricks County. The city’s family-friendly reputation and award-winning school district have contributed to its population tripling to more than 23,000 residents since 2000. Like many smaller towns around Indianapolis, the railroad was integral to Avon’s original growth in the 19th century — but unlike several of those peer communities, it’s still an economic factor thanks to the presence of a major CSX Railroad railyard and locomotive shop.
Avon Indiana is located west of Indianapolis, population approximately 21,474.
The pathway around the lake in Avon Town Hall Park in Avon is perfect for jogging.
A line of cottage inspired new build homes on Barberry Dr in Avon.
Sit by the fire and relax with a great beverage at the Cabin Coffee Co. in Avon.
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Rapid residential growth doesn't cut into robust parks and trails system
Avon is experiencing rapid residential and commercial growth, but there is still abundant recreational space. There are 30 parks and five golf courses within 7 miles of Avon’s city center. Newly opened Murphy Aquatic Park is fast becoming a summertime favorite with its swimming pools, water slides and Central Indiana's only wave pool. “The park also hosts events, including vendor-led festivals,” says Kellie Ellis of BluPrint Real Estate Group. “It’s become a hub for activities for the community.” Pecar Park and Nature Center features an extensive playground, primitive campsites, trails and an indoor nature center. The Bicentennial and Ronald Reagan Parkway Trails will eventually connect to an extensive system in and around Indianapolis. “Each town in the area has a trail system, and developers are working towards connecting them,” says Tony Janko, owner and broker of Janko Realty Group. “It’s probably close to 40 miles of trails that will join together and link to each town's parks, playgrounds and baseball fields.”
The Bicentennial Trail meanders through beautiful wooded areas and open spaces of Avon, IN.
There are plenty of trails to walk your dogs at the Avon Walking Park.
Kids love the playground at Pecar Park in Avon.
The Ronald Reagan Parkway Trail, is a serene and well-maintained path winding through Avon,
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Avon Community Schools are alive with the sound of music
Many families choose Avon because of its quality education: the U.S. Department of Education has consistently recognized Avon schools with Four-Star School Awards. According to Niche, Avon Community School Corporation is among the top 10 Best School Districts in Indiana. The district is rated A overall on Niche, as are each of the individual schools. Area schools have award-winning orchestral programs. Avon High's marching band has won over a dozen state championships and four Bands of America national championships since 2001. “A lot of musically inclined families will actually move here to be part of the Avon band,” Janko says.
Head to Avon Intermediate East for a quality education in Avon.
Avon Intermediate West is a cornerstone of educational excellence in Avon, IN.
Head to Avon Middle School South for a quality education for any student who attends.
Avon Middle School North serves students in the Avon, IN community.
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Almost everything is along U.S. 36 – including traffic
Though Avon is growing rapidly, it isn’t expanding at the same breakneck pace as suburbs with direct access to the spoke-like interstate highways emanating from Indy. Avon is nearly halfway between I-74 and I-70 and 6 miles west of the I-465 loop. It is also about 10 miles northwest of Indianapolis International Airport. U.S. Route 36, which heads 13 miles east towards Indianapolis and 7 miles west to Danville, is the town’s primary artery. Traffic can be rough along U.S. 36, particularly at rush hour.
The reservation-based LINK Hendricks County bus service provides transportation for Avon seniors. Other than that, Avon has no public transportation.
Median home prices lower than those in Indy's northern suburbs
The median home price in Avon is around $350,000 — a more budget-friendly option than northern Indianapolis suburbs like Carmel or Fishers, where the median values are above $410,000. Avon's median home value is slightly below that of neighboring Brownsburg, and slightly above that in neighboring Plainfield. The median price in Indianapolis is about $100,000 less than Avon. Condos and ranch-style homes can range from $190,000 to around $325,000. Subdivisions of contemporary custom houses with three to five bedrooms are becoming the norm, reflecting Avon’s 21st century growth. These newer, typically larger houses can range from around $270,000 to $565,000.
Avon is full of new builds with a strong suburban feel.
A row of new build American style homes on Lake Forest Dr in Avon.
A new build American style home on Avondale Dr in Avon.
Rows of charming homes line the streets of Avon’s neighborhoods.
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Shopping and dining options reflect smalltown past and bustling present
Most of Avon’s shopping and dining options are along the U.S. 36 corridor. The presence of a Rural King harkens to Avon’s identity before its rapid recent growth, as well as its status as a "big town" to residents of smaller rural communities in Hendricks County. Grocery stores and several chain restaurants are near U.S. 36. Opa! Greek Restaurant is perhaps Avon’s most well-known restaurant, bringing in patrons from throughout Greater Indy.
Authentic Greek cuisine at Opa's in Avon, IN.
Delicious mix of local flavors and popular favorites along U.S. Route 36 in Avon, IN.
Inside the massive Avon Costco.
After your meal at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant pick out a nice bottle of wine for home
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A haunted bridge and an active auto racing culture
Fall events are popular here, including Nehemiah Ranch Fall Harvest Days and the Harvest Moon Festival at the town hall. The Hendricks Symphony performs in Plainfield throughout the year.
This is Indiana, so it should be little surprise that racecar culture has a place in Avon. Multiple NHRA drag racers call Avon home thanks to its proximity to Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, which is just across the town border in Brownsburg. Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indianapolis 500, is about 10 miles east of Avon.
Avon’s most famous attraction is unusual, to say the least. The Avon Haunted Bridge, built in 1906, draws local teens and area ghost hunters looking to prove the spooky local lore about the railroad bridge’s history and its potential present inhabitants. Local drivers often honk their horns when driving under the bridge at night as a good luck charm. To fully understand the bridge’s local reputation, one only needs to look at the Avon town seal. The Haunted Bridge appears on it.
The Avon Haunted Bridge, a historic landmark in Avon, IN.
White Lick Creek Trail winds through the Haunted Bridge, adding a touch of eerie charm in Av
Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway is a must-visit for every racing fans in Avon, IN.
Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway is a hub for motorsport enthusiasts in Avon
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Minimal crime and environmental risks
In 2023, the violent crime rate in Avon was about half the national average. Due in part to a thriving retail area for its size, Avon’s property crime rate is slightly higher than the national average.
The Avon Police Department participates in the National Night Out Against Crime every year, bringing together thousands across the city for free food, bounce houses and face painting. The department also offers Citizens Police Academy, a free program that allows residents and those who work in Avon to train alongside police officers in various contexts, like traffic stops.
Living in Avon poses no significant environmental concerns. While Hendricks County experiences more tornadoes than the national average, zero fatalities have occurred since at least 1954. The area averages 16 inches of annual snowfall.
Avon, IN, is known for being a safe and family-friendly community with minimal crime.
An American style home with a porch and 2 door garage on Claudius St in Avon.
An Avon resident fishing at Lake View in Avon Town hall Park, Avon.
Lake View Pond behind the Avon town hall has walking trails wrapping around.
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