Bryan Park
Neighborhood in Bloomington, Indiana
Monroe County 47401
Charming bungalows from early 20th century
Foursquares exist here, but most of the housing consists of Craftsman bungalows and ramblers. Many homes date back to the first half of the 20th century and sit atop raised lots with limestone and wood retaining walls. Limestone — a common siding across Bloomington — also exists on several building exteriors here. Dense flower beds and gardens complement the neighborhood’s mature tree canopy, which shades residents walking on the brick sidewalks. Depending on the size and condition of a home, prices can range from $150,000 to upwards of $500,000. A few renovated or modern bungalows have sold for nearly $600,000.Summertime fun at the Bryan Park Pool and access to B-Line Trail
Van Rooy says Bryan Park is “One of the main parks in Bloomington and a nice big green space in the middle of the city.” The park contains several basketball and tennis courts, as well as a few bar fixtures for outdoor calisthenics. A new playground with rubber surfacing was also recently added. Other amenities include walking paths that lead to views of Sheridan Creek. The Bryan Park Pool opens during the summer months and boasts tall, spiraling water slides. The neighborhood is also close to the B-Line Trail, which bikers or walkers can take into downtown Bloomington or to rural Monroe County to the south. The trail also passes through Switchyard Park, Bloomington’s newest green space and the anchor of a larger recreational hub.Home to Templeton Elementary and its International Baccalaureate program
Bryan Park is home to Templeton Elementary School, which receives a B grade from ratings site Niche. Templeton’s status as an International Baccalaureate school allows its students to take on challenging coursework, including electives like Spanish. All elementary students in Monroe County can also take coding lessons through a specialized computer science program. Students may then go to Jackson Creek Middle School and Bloomington High School South, which both receive A grades from Niche. The site also ranks BHSS among the top ten best public high schools in the state. Alternatively, students may attend Harmony School, a private school in neighboring Elm Heights. Emphasizing small classes, the school has about 200 students from prekindergarten through twelfth grade.Less than a mile from Bryan Park is Indiana University's main campus. Known as a public research university, IU is home to nearly 40,000 undergraduate students and offers over 200 potential majors, minor and certificates.
Few blocks from lineup of downtown Bloomington festivals
Bryan Park's proximity to downtown Bloomington puts it close to some of the city’s biggest festivals, like the Fourth Street Festival of the Arts and Crafts. The festival, a nearly 50-year-long tradition, occurs annually for several days in August and September and features assorted vendors selling items like photographs, jewelry and ceramics. Downtown also hosts the Indiana Toy and Comic Expo, which occurs in August at the Monroe Convention Center on downtown’s west end. Another major downtown event is Pridefest, where attendees can enjoy food and drinks while watching live music.Walnut and Henderson routes to downtown Bloomington
Both Walnut and Henderson streets provide direct routes to downtown Bloomington less than a mile from the neighborhood. The Bloomington Transit system provides alternative public transportation and has numerous stops on Walnut. Many Indiana University students also take shuttles from the neighborhood to and from the university. Another road Walnut leads to is Interstate 69, a commuter route to Indianapolis. For out-of-state flights, many head to the Indianapolis International Airport about 45 miles north. The IU Health Bloomington Hospital is about 3 miles north of the neighborhood and provides major medical care.A short walk from downtown Bloomington dining and bar scene
Downtown Bloomington is walkable from Bryan Park, where residents can browse the restaurants and shops that line the brick sidewalks. During the summer, the city allows restaurants to put up barricades to offer additional outdoor dining space. “The main drag with restaurants — particularly local restaurants — is Kirkwood Avenue, which is where a lot of the restaurants and nightlife is for students,” Van Rooy says. One local institution is Nick’s English Hut, a pub and nearly century-old tradition. The establishment serves bar food staples like burgers, fries and local craft brews. The Village Deli is popular for its breakfasts, which Van Rooy says include “pancakes that are as big as a plate.” The Cafe Pizzaria is known for warm pies and holds the distinction of introducing Bloomington to pizza in the 1950s. A Kroger a few blocks west of Bryan Park is a local grocery store option.Crime
Bryan Park has a CAP Index Crime Score of 5 out of 10, which is slightly higher than the national average of 4.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Scott Newland
Scott Newland
Brawley Real Estate
(930) 322-1627
63 Total Sales
1 in Bryan Park
$280,000 Price
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Jim Stafford
Jim Stafford
Stafford Real Estate
(930) 322-1639
98 Total Sales
1 in Bryan Park
$289,000 Price
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Ron Plecher
Ron Plecher
RE/MAX Realty Professionals
(930) 322-1602
215 Total Sales
5 in Bryan Park
$206K - $450K Price Range
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Laura Stevens
Laura Stevens
The Indiana Team LLC
(930) 219-4375
151 Total Sales
3 in Bryan Park
$183K - $305K Price Range
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Michelle Stanger
Michelle Stanger
Stanger Homes, LLC
(930) 200-4890
178 Total Sales
1 in Bryan Park
$252,000 Price
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Lance DaSilva
Lance DaSilva
Century 21 Scheetz - Bloomington
(540) 701-0075
54 Total Sales
1 in Bryan Park
$355,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Bryan Park
B-Line Trail
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bryan Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bryan Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bryan Park, Bloomington sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Bryan Park, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $289,500, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$330,000
Median Sale Price
$289,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$292,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$469,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
585
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
4.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,466
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,441
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,156
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,558
Median Age
32
Population under 18
17.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,431
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,225
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
College Graduates
68%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.5%
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
64
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 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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