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Bloomington neighborhood that takes pride in its scenery
This east Bloomington neighborhood humorously calls itself “the original Park Ridge” to distinguish it from the larger and slightly younger Park Ridge East. In addition to being down the street from the College Mall corridor, the decades-old Park Ridge has access to perks like its own park and biking and walking trails, the latter of which runs along the railroad tracks on the neighborhood’s northern border. Homeowners in this ecologically minded community also enjoy activities like tending to dense, colorful gardens that occasionally draw wandering deer. “Park Ridge revamped their neighborhood association a few years ago, and they are quite active. They have a small park in the neighborhood that they’ve really taken ownership of and have done removals of invasive plants and other things to take care of it. They’re very proud of having done that,” says Angela Van Rooy, Bloomington’s neighborhood services program manager.
Students make their way into the College Mall for some shopping near Park Ridge
The Polly Grimshaw Trail is accessed via the Park Ridge neighborhood, it leads to the IU campus.
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Mid-20th century homes and a growing tree canopy
Park Ridge includes ranch-style houses, split-levels, bi-levels and Colonial Revivals, many of which share the landscape with patches of sweetgum, maple and pine trees. Several homes also showcase the exterior limestone accents common across Bloomington. While residents can go on walks here, they do need to watch for some cut-through traffic due to the neighborhood’s location along the East Third Street thoroughfare. However, the neighborhood has placed speed bumps on its most used roads to control speeding. The neighborhood is also expanding its beautification efforts by planting native tree seeds and perennials. “The native plants are something that they’ve really focused on,” Van Rooy says, adding the future trees will cover nearly 45 species. Single-family homes mainly go from just under $300,000 to about $400,000. The neighborhood also has a few apartment complexes.
Split-level home, located near Park Ridge Park, is perfect for growing families.
Many homes in Bloomington, including this Park Ridge home, is built with Indiana Limestone.
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Relaxing in Park Ridge Park and trail adventures
The neighborhood shares its name with Park Ridge Park, which offers a relaxing spot and a playground for after-school and weekend fun. The Polly Grimshaw Trail draws walkers and joggers, while some even venture to the railroad tracks to snap portraits. The new Longview Neighborhood Greenway — which changes to the Morningside Neighborhood Greenway in Park Ridge East — provides a bike path to the Indiana University campus and downtown Bloomington. The neighborhood is a few miles from IU’s 18-hole and championship-level Pfau Course. The course boasts two driving ranges and stands among the top playing grounds in the Midwest.
A man walks his twin poodles along the Longview Ave. Neighborhood Greenway in Park Ridge.
The IU Pfau Course is a championship-level golf course, located near Park Ridge.
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Quick access to highly-rated University Elementary
Along with neighboring Park Ridge East, Park Ridge has quick access to University Elementary School, which gets an A from Niche. University Elementary, an International Baccalaureate School, allows some students to take a more rigorous curriculum. The school’s activities include robotics, coding, Chinese and Spanish clubs and mock trials at the IU Maurer School of Law. Students may then attend Tri-North Middle School and Bloomington High School North, which both get A grades from Niche.
Tri-North Middle School has a student population of 574 students.
Teachers at University Elementary School have an stellar, A rating, on Niche.
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Looking for secondhand treasures at the annual yard sale
Residents looking to find secondhand treasures can look forward to the annual Park Ridge Neighborhood Yard Sale in June. With its proximity to the Indiana State Road 45/46 bypass, the neighborhood is only about 3 miles — or less than 10 minutes — from the IU’s sports complexes. Venues there include the Indiana University Memorial Stadium and Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, the respective homes of Hoosiers football and basketball.
East Third thoroughfare to downtown Bloomington
Third Street goes to downtown Bloomington and IU, about 2 miles west. Those needing alternative transportation options will find Bloomington Transit bus stops around the neighborhood. The neighborhood also sits a few blocks from the State Road 45/46 bypass, which goes to IU Health Bloomington and Interstate 69. Regional commuters take I-69 to Indianapolis, which is about 55 miles from Bloomington. The Indianapolis International Airport serves as the region’s hub for commercial flights.
Down the road from College Mall shopping and dining
Park Ridge is down the street from the College Mall, a dense shopping area with chain brands and popular local staples. “People also really love its [the neighborhood’s] proximity to east side amenities like Target, the mall and the grocery stores,” says Heather Groves, the owner of Sterling Real Estate. Morning commuters can start their days at Needmore Coffee Roasters or Piccoli Dolci, the latter making French pastries such as powdered sugar- and almond-coated croissants. Groves recommends DeAngelo’s Italian Creole Restaurant and Bucceto’s Pizza Pasta for lunch and dinner. Local grocery options include the community-owned Bloomingfoods Co-Op Market and the B-Town International Market, which specializes in Asian products. Chains include Kroger — one of the largest in Indiana — and Aldi.
For the best pizza near Park Ridge, Bucceto's is highly recommended.
The Park Ridge neighborhood is located near Target, which is connected to the College Mall.
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Important to know
Park Ridge’s overall CAP Index crime score is 7 out of 10, placing it above the national average.
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Parks in this Area
Switchyard Park
Park Ridge Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Park Ridge
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
8
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
9
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Park Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Park Ridge, Bloomington sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Park Ridge, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $361,500, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Lovely tri-level home in Park Ridge includes 3 bedrooms and 1 baths and sits on a large 1/3-acre lot. The main living areas include the connected living and dining room featuring the original hardwood floors that the current sellers refinished in 2021, and both rooms can enjoy the brick fireplace. The cheerful kitchen has updated cabinets, tile flooring, and stainless-steel appliances, including
Situated on a large corner lot in Park Ridge, this spacious home features a new roof, new windows on the main level, and a new front door with glass detail. Also new is the sliding door to the back deck, which overlooks the fully fenced back yard, including fire pit and raised garden bed. This home's main level features beautiful natural lighting, original hardwood floors, an eat-in kitchen
So much to love at this gorgeous 4-bedroom home in Park Ridge. It is moments to shopping, restaurants, IU Health Hospital and only minutes to IU Campus or downtown. The home offers quality and numerous updates throughout. It boasts freshly painted exterior and interior walls. Updates in the kitchen include quartz tops, stainless induction range, stainless refrigerator and dishwasher. There is
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
492
Median Age
32
Population under 18
18.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,250
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,583
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.6%
College Graduates
54.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.4%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.7%
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
82/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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