South Indiana farmland community within minutes of Monroe Lake
In the 1830s, many settlers from Harrodsburg, Kentucky, traveled to southern Indiana to start a new life. As a result, this neighborhood in rural Monroe County adopted the same name. Harrodsburg of Bloomington, Indiana, however, belongs to a group of mostly farmland communities that still have historic landmarks like old barns dating back to the 19th century. The community is also located within minutes of Lake Monroe, a nearly 11,000-acre reservoir that anchors this park space and is known as the largest man-made lake in the state. “It’s quiet, fairly quiet, and there’s some good schools within close proximity of the area,” says Brad Bell, a member of the Harrodsburg Church of Christ, which has been in the area for over 150 years. “It’s close to Lake Monroe, and there’s a nice golf course — two golf courses actually — that are within 4 or 5 miles of the place. Those are some of the highlights.”
Harrodsburg Church of Christ has been a Harrodsburg staple for 150 years.
Fairfax State Recreation Area is on Lake Monroe and offers boating, fishing and hiking.
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Craftsmen, ranch-style houses and unique Gothic and Traditional blends
Although much of Harrodsburg consists of farmland, denser housing exists at the heart of the community. Ranch-style homes and Craftsman bungalows are just two of the more common styles. The community also has a distinct string of Victorian-era homes that blend Gothic Revival and Traditional designs. Some homes have even stayed within the same families for multiple generations. “I moved away, moved back and bought a house half a block away from my parents. Then, I bought my grandparents’ house that was next door to my parents and kind of helped take care of them as they got older,” says Paul Strain, president of the Harrodsburg Heritage Days Festival. “So yeah, as I got older and had kids, I was like, ‘I’m going back home.’” While not many homes have sold in Harrodsburg recently, the costs remain between $150,000 and $300,000 for a single-family home.
A charming string of Victorian-era homes sits in the downtown area of Harrodsburg.
Traditional farmhouse-style homes dot the hills surrounding Harrodsburg.
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Lake Monroe’s outdoor haven
Many rent out the Harrodsburg Community Center for small gatherings and celebrations, and the facility anchors a small park with a basketball court and playground. However, the area’s primary attraction is Lake Monroe. In addition to the water- and beach-oriented activities, this outdoor haven offers miles of natural hiking trails that cut through dense woodlands and various campsites are also found here. Nature lovers looking for more adventures can spend a day at the Cedar Bluff Nature Preserve, known for its prominent limestone bluff and creek views. Avid golfers can also choose between the Stone Crest Golf Community and the Golf Club at Eagle Pointe near Lake Monroe.
Avid Harrodsburg golf lovers enjoy Stone Crest Golf Club for an afternoon round or even a walk.
Harrodsburg nature lovers can spend the day on Clear Creek at Cedar Bluffs Nature Preserve.
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Access to highly rated Monroe County schools
The Bloomington-based Monroe County Community School Corporation serves Harrodsburg and the larger Clear Creek Township. Niche gives the district an overall A grade and ranks it among Indiana's 20 best school divisions. Harrodsburg is also close to Lakeview Elementary, which is in the neighboring community of Smithville-Sanders, and earns a B grade from Niche. Lakeview students have access to a wide range of activities, from 4-H clubs to coding classes, the latter of which comes from a partnership with one of IU’s STEM departments. Students here may then attend Jackson Creek Middle School and Bloomington High School South, both of which earn A grades from Niche.
Niche gives Bloomington High School South, serving Harrodsburg, an overall grade of A.
Lakeview Elementary School opened 1976 and serves rural Harrodsburg, south of Bloomington.
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Parade, craft fair and fish fry at the annual Heritage Days Festival
This community has hosted the Harrodsburg Heritage Days Festival since 1986, and the event occurs over the course of a few days each May. “It’s our main event. It celebrates - and helps finance - our community center,” Strain says. “We have a fish fry, and there’s always bands. We have a carnival, music, craft fair and a big parade. It’s kind of like a bit of a reunion for the town, too. Everyone kind of comes back, and you see all your friends.”
State Road 37 commute to Bloomington
Old State Road 37 and Indiana State Road 37 pass through Harrodsburg and provide routes to Bloomington about 12 miles north. Indiana State Road 37 also quickly connects to Interstate 69, which also goes to Indianapolis about 71 miles north. For airplane travel, the Indianapolis International Airport serves as this region’s main hub for commercial flights. Located about 18 miles north, the IU Health Bloomington Hospital provides the nearest major medical facility.
Within 15 minutes of Bloomington and Bedford shopping and dining
No restaurants exist in this community, but it is home to a convenience store called the Harrodsburg Food Mart. For a meal out, folks will need to head about 4 miles south to Judah to dine at Holt’s Cafe. The cafe's patrons enjoy a buffet and a menu with comfort foods ranging from classic American breakfasts to fried chicken and hamburgers. Holt’s also serves delicacies like frog legs. Nearby, the Rusty Anchor Lakeside Saloon - off Monroe Lake- is a night-time hangout that often hosts live music. Bell says the community “sits right in the middle between Bloomington and Bedford. It’s a nice 15 minutes both ways, where you have two different pretty good-sized towns to do shopping and things like that.” The two cities offer chains like Kroger and Walmart.
Holt's Cafe is on Old State Highway 37 in Judah and is open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Harrodsburg Food Center is a one-stop shop for quick needs on the way to Bloomington or Judah.
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Important to know
Harrodsburg has an overall CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, well below the national average.
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Parks in this Area
Fairfax State Recreation Area
Lawrence County Recreational Park
Bryan Park
Cedar Bluffs
Thelma Kelley Jeffries Community Park
Judah Community Park
Indiana Motorcycle Safety Memorial Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Harrodsburg
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Harrodsburg Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harrodsburg, Bloomington sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Harrodsburg, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $289,000, up 61% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming 1993 single-wide manufactured home, newly refinished with fresh interior paint and new flooring. Set on a 0.09-acre parcel with a shed, the home is rented on a month to month lease at $800/mo. Property management can be kept through the sale if desired. Listing agent is a member of the selling entity.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
541
Median Age
44
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$83,721
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,638
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.2%
College Graduates
38.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
12/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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