Wesselman Park
Neighborhood in Evansville, Indiana
Vanderburgh County 47711, 47715
Flat layout with eclectic mid-20th-century architecture
The streets in Wesselman Park are flat, with mature trees and weathered sidewalks. Many houses have carports that lead to detached garages, and walkways connect to the front doorsteps. This community features eclectic architecture, including cottages, bungalows and ranch-style homes built between the 1940s and 1970s. Home prices range from $50,000 to $300,000.Noise-heavy thoroughfares may affect properties along Morgan Avenue and state Route 66. Due to the flat layout, areas in Wesselman Park may also be at risk of potential flooding from Pigeon Creek to the north. The neighborhood association meets every few months to discuss local improvements. “The neighborhood associations play a critical role in building community for these areas, and we have quite a few doing a fantastic job in Evansville,” Davis says.
Close to popular green spaces, golf and hiking trails
Residents are within a mile of renowned local green spaces. The McDonald Golf Course is a municipal 9-hole course with Bermuda grass fairways and Par 3s. Swonder Ice Arena features two regulation-sized ice-skating rinks and a fitness center. Wesselman Park has athletic facilities, such as baseball diamonds, a beach volleyball court and 12 tennis courts. This public park is next to the Wesselman Woods, with boardwalk paths and 6 miles of hiking trails. It also contains an information center, a bald eagle enclosure and a tree-house-themed playground.Wesselman Park is also the former site of Roberts Municipal Stadium, a core entertainment venue that closed in 2011. “People could walk to local bars, like Kipplee’s, before the games and concerts,” Davis says. “It was a packed arena, and now it is turning into a historic green space.”
Unique programs and opportunities at local schools
Harper Elementary School earns a C-plus grade from Niche and has after-school programs like Lego-building and board game clubs. Washington Middle School also has a C-plus, and students have a scheduled enrichment time for electives like engineering. Benjamin Bosse High School receives a B-minus, offering dual enrollment courses and the Toyota 4T Academy for hands-on experience in robotics, manufacturing and automated design.Take the METS or SR-66 to Downtown Evansville
Metropolitan Evansville Transit System (METS) is the local bus system with 22 fixed routes and paratransit for those who need additional transportation assistance. Downtown Evansville is only about 4 miles west on state Route 66. Louisville, Kentucky, is about 120 miles east on Interstate 64. Indianapolis, Nashville and St. Louis are all within a three-hour drive. The Evansville Regional Airport (EVV) is approximately 7 miles north, with passenger flights to other major cities.Pizzerias, steakhouses and supermarkets are within reach
Many restaurants surround this community, including some of the city's most popular pizzerias. Kipplee's is a well-established pizza place with an old-school atmosphere, and it is one of the premier sports bars in Evansville. Cork' n Cleaver serves prime rib in a steakhouse with a romantic atmosphere. The area's supermarkets are Ruler Foods and IGA along Morgan Avenue, less than a mile north of Wesselman Park. Burkhardt Road offers a vast selection of retail and dining areas roughly 3 miles east.
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Jackson Hardy
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jerrod Eagleson
Jerrod Eagleson
KELLER WILLIAMS CAPITAL REALTY
(812) 575-4297
398 Total Sales
7 in Wesselman Park
$103K - $190K Price Range
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Nikki Davis
Nikki Davis
F.C. TUCKER EMGE
(812) 625-3944
193 Total Sales
2 in Wesselman Park
$180K - $301K Price Range
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Kimberly Redding
Kimberly Redding
Star Real Estate Sales and Service Corporation
(930) 444-8110
40 Total Sales
1 in Wesselman Park
$78,000 Price
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Penny Crick
Penny Crick
Responds QuicklyERA FIRST ADVANTAGE REALTY, INC
(930) 212-2292
731 Total Sales
7 in Wesselman Park
$112K - $158K Price Range
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Amy Price
Amy Price
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX REVOLUTION
(930) 212-2538
35 Total Sales
2 in Wesselman Park
$70K - $235K Price Range
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Johnna Hancock-Blake
Johnna Hancock-Blake
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Indiana Realty
(270) 458-1018
267 Total Sales
4 in Wesselman Park
$115K - $195K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Wessleman's Park Playground
Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Wesselman Park
Roberts Park
Stockwell Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Wesselman Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wesselman Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wesselman Park, Evansville sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Wesselman Park, Evansville over the last 12 months is $156,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$162,500
Median Sale Price
$156,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$156,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
50
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$121
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,151
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,322
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,448
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,646
Median Age
42
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,244
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,021
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.5%
College Graduates
18.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.8%
% Population in Labor Force
55.5%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22
/ 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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