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Wachter's blend of commercial, residential and recreational living
In Wachter, everyday living means having access to almost anything, like shopping hubs, highways and recreational hotspots. The community is equally commercial and residential, with businesses to the north of Interstate 194 and homes to the south. Kirkwood Mall is a main attraction within the business district, drawing shoppers from all over the city. Several green spaces and recreational centers surround the neighborhood, keeping residents active throughout the year. Three schools are within walking distance, and main roads quickly connect drivers to the rest of Bismarck and Mandan.
Wachter residents can attend church at several nearby congregations.
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Leafy streets reveal diversely styled starter homes
Mature leafy trees follow the neighborhood’s wide roads and narrow sidewalks. Mid-size yards transition from grassy in the summer to covered in snow in the winter. Basketball hoops overlook driveways, and small lots keep neighbors close. “Wachter has more starter homes, but they’re quality-built houses with character. They’re not all built the same,” says Austin Muth, co-founding Realtor of Genesis Realty, who’s sold in the area before. Single-family options in the area include ranch-style homes, split-level houses and contemporary homes from the 1970s and 1980s. Condo complexes, double-unit townhouses and apartments are also common. Prices typically range between $250,000 and $495,000 for single-family homes and townhouses, while condos sell between $105,000 and $170,000.
Some renovated Wachter homes feature Tudor-style details.
Houses cluster along tree-lined streets in Wachter.
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Kirkwood Mall and more make the community a retail destination
Wachter is home to Kirkwood Mall, Bismarck’s shopping hotspot. The mall has almost 100 nationally recognized specialty stores. Chain restaurants and businesses like Big Lots, Cash Wise Foods and Runnings surround the mall, further making the neighborhood a retail destination. If the options around the mall aren’t enough, Wachter’s boundaries touch downtown Bismarck. “It’s not within walking distance, but you can still get there quickly,” Muth says. Downtown is known for its locally owned pubs, taverns and breweries. The area also has various small businesses and a large event center.
Wachter residents head to Kirkwood Mall for a wide selection of stores and iconic brands.
Wachter diners can find a large selection of beer at The Tavern Bar and Grill.
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Abundant parks and recreational facilities surround the community
While the neighborhood primarily has residential streets and retail spaces, residents have easy access to green spaces. “One thing with Bismarck is that all new developments have to set aside a certain percentage of land for parks,” says Jeff White, Realtor for Capital Real Estate Partners with sales in the area. As the south side of Bismarck developed through the 1980s, parks, golf courses and sports facilities were built alongside homes and businesses. Magical Moments Playground offers kids ample space to run and play, and Wachter Aquatic Complex opens its public outdoor pool every summer. Capital Ice Complex has two large arenas that accommodate ice skating, hockey and roller skating. The public Riverwood Golf Course is just outside the community, offering 18 holes of lush fairway. Clem Kelley Athletic Complex is a hub for sports with 10 baseball diamonds, multiple tennis courts and a soccer field. The complex also has a community orchard that anyone can visit to garden and harvest fruit. Several other popular parks are within 2 miles, including Cottonwood Park, Sertoma Park and the Dakota Zoo.
The whole family can slide at the same time at Magical Moments Playground.
Wachter residents enjoy utilizing the large fitness area in the lower level of the YMCA.
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Three schools in walking distance from Wachter
Depending on where students live in the neighborhood, they either attend Dorothy Moses Elementary School or Solheim Elementary School. Dorothy Moses has a B-minus Niche grade, while Solheim sports an A-minus score. Students integrate at Wachter Middle School, which also has a B-minus. All three schools are within walking distance of the community. Teens attend Bismarck High School, the city’s oldest high school. The school earns a B-plus and has a medical careers department that explores healthcare fields through internships.
Dorothy Moses Elementary School is a diverse public elementary school in nearby Bismarck.
Wachter Middle School enrolls 1,000 students in grades 6-8.
Bismarck High School has specialized programs for students going into medical careers.
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Bike paths and busy roads lead locals around Bismarck and beyond
Sidewalks and a paved bike path let people explore the neighborhood. The path connects to the Riverwood Golf Course Loop and other trails around the city. Roads like South Washington Street often experience high traffic as drivers move between downtown Bismarck, Kirkwood Mall and the Bismarck Expressway. The expressway, also known as Interstate 194, passes over the Missouri River into Mandan. The Bismarck Municipal Airport is 3 miles away, meaning locals occasionally hear planes faintly overhead. Residents are also 2 miles from Sanford Medical Center and CHI St. Alexius Health Bismarck Medical Center.
The Bis-Man Transit bus conveniently runs through the Wachter neighborhood.
Wachter residents don't have to go far to catch a plane at Bismarck Municipal Airport.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wachter
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wachter Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wachter, Bismarck sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Wachter, Bismarck over the last 12 months is $350,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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