Blue Ridge
Neighborhood in Bloomington, Indiana
Monroe County 47408
Architectural variety on spacious, tree-dense lots
The houses in Blue Ridge are distributed across a mix of flat and hilly terrain covered by a mature tree canopy. Although a few narrow walking paths wind throughout the neighborhood, many here are comfortable walking and jogging along the roads. Lot sizes here range from a third-of-an-acre to about an acre, which allows room for a lush garden bed and/or driveway basketball courts. The architecture here includes mid-century styles like bi-levels, split-levels and ramblers, as well as Colonial Revivals and Traditionals. Some houses here also feature distinct limestone siding, while others showcase creative touches like half-timbered exteriors or rotunda-style roofing. “You don’t have cookie-cutter homes in Blue Ridge…and the homes generally have good bones and good character,” says Trish Sterling, the broker-owner of Sterling Real Estate. Price points here can range from $450,000 for a 2,100-square-foot ranch-style house to $690,000 for a 3,600-square-foot Traditional dating back to the late '90s.Close to Griffy Lake, preserve and Cascades parks
The 109-acre Griffy Lake is the community's fishing hole and is stocked with species like largemouth bass and channel catfish. Visitors to this expansive park can take in scenic views of the water while hiking through the 1,220-acre nature preserve or when walking along the top of the lake’s dam. The Griffy Lake area also provides camping sites and a park for those who want to let their dogs roam free. “The Griffy Lake nature preserve is a big thing. It’s one of the amenities the city uses a lot. Even the schools have nature-based programs in that area,” Van Rooy says. For playground equipment, residents can head to either the Upper Cascades or Lower Cascades park, the two of which sit on either end of the Cascades Golf Course. This course is open to the public and features three separate nine-hole playing areas.Close to highly rated public schools
Students here start their primary education at Marlin Elementary School, which receives an A from ratings site Niche. Marlin places an emphasis on physical fitness and its extracurriculars include basketball and soccer clubs run by fifth and sixth graders. The students who lead these sports clubs also lead activities during recess which aim to help their peers with their athletic skills. From there, students may go on to attend Tri-North Middle and Bloomington High School North, both of which also receive A grades. Niche also ranks Bloomington High School North as among the top 25 best high schools in the state for STEM programming. The school also neighbors the Hoosier Hills Career Center, which high school students can attend for college credit and AP coursework.Within convenient reach of Hoosiers basketball and football games
The community's proximity to the IU athletic venues, just south of the State Road 45 bypass, means Blue Ridge residents can easily attend college sporting events. The facilities include the Indiana University Memorial Stadium and neighboring Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, respectively the homes of Hoosiers football and basketball.Quick access to Indianapolis commuter route
Blue Ridge is about 3 miles, or a 10-minute drive, from downtown Bloomington via Walnut Street. The Bloomington Transit bus system features stops along North Kinser Pike and offers a public transportation option for getting in/around the city. The IU Health Bloomington Hospital is about 3 miles south of Blue Ridge and is the closest major medical facility. Many residents opt for Blue Ridge because of its proximity to Interstate 69 and direct commutes to/from Indianapolis. The neighborhood is about 49 miles south, or a 50-minutes drive, from the state capital; and the Indianapolis International Airport which is also about 45 miles north of the city.Bloomington and Central Indiana staples around State Road 45
The nearest shopping and dining options for Blue Ridge are right off the State Road 45 bypass. Spots like Aver’s Pizza specialize in gourmet pies, while the Kroger next door is just one of several grocery options. Those looking for a hearty breakfast can stop by the Lincoln Square Pancake House, a family-owned chain with locations across Central Indiana. Or for lunch, La Bonita Restaurant & Market is a favorite for Mexican cuisine, like authentic street-style tacos with soft corn tortillas. Craft beer fans — and particularly those who prefer lagers — will enjoy Heartwork Brewing. This small batch brewery stands out for its unique water filtration method more commonly found in major craft beer cities like Nashville and Denver. For those looking for sweet pastries, Square Donuts, is known for its assortment of square-shaped donuts.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Laura Stevens
Laura Stevens
The Indiana Team LLC
(930) 219-4375
151 Total Sales
1 in Blue Ridge
$436,000 Price
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Lance DaSilva
Lance DaSilva
Century 21 Scheetz - Bloomington
(540) 701-0075
54 Total Sales
1 in Blue Ridge
$625,000 Price
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Jeffrey Franklin
Jeffrey Franklin
Responds QuicklyFC Tucker/Bloomington REALTORS
(930) 322-1595
341 Total Sales
5 in Blue Ridge
$345K - $755K Price Range
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Jim Stafford
Jim Stafford
Stafford Real Estate
(930) 322-1639
98 Total Sales
1 in Blue Ridge
$380,000 Price
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Ron Plecher
Ron Plecher
RE/MAX Realty Professionals
(930) 322-1602
216 Total Sales
2 in Blue Ridge
$302K - $380K Price Range
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Dave Nakarado
Dave Nakarado
Responds QuicklyINDIANA Dave Real Estate
(930) 201-8786
16 Total Sales
1 in Blue Ridge
$446,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Griffy Lake
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Blue Ridge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Blue Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blue Ridge, Bloomington sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Blue Ridge, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $485,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$517,500
Median Sale Price
$485,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$484,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$176
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
223
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,827
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,037
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 2212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
425
Median Age
49
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,642
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,515
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
71.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
47.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
23
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
14
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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