Suburban splendor eight miles from downtown Fort Wayne
With its large lot sizes, moderately priced homes and sleepy suburban vibe, it’s hard to believe that Brandonwood could be as challenging to get into as a hot new nightclub. However, according to Kammrin Bernard, a Realtor with American Dream Team Real Estate Brokers who sells throughout Fort Wayne, people have a hard time finding a home there. "It's a small subdivision, so there isn't a lot of inventory, but also, I think when people move there, they like it, so they don’t want to leave. It has a great suburban feel but is also walkable to shopping and restaurants. And it’s close to downtown. It’s got everything going for it.”
This view shows Brandonwood's close proximity to St. Joe Ball Diamond.
Neighborhood kids can take advantage of the various baseball leagues at St. Joe Little League.
Become a member of the Mug Club at Fort Wayne's Shigs In Pit restaurant.
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Roomy ranch and Colonial-style homes throughout the neighborhood
Newcomers to Brandonwood will find mainly ranch-style homes built between the 1950s and 1980s that feature low-pitched roofs and vinyl or aluminum siding. Big front windows let in natural light, and driveways lead to two-car garages. While it's possible to find other home styles, like Cape Cods or Colonials, they are rare. The average home size is about 1,500 square feet, with prices ranging from $145,000 to $180,000. The more expensive homes offer more land or interior renovations like open floor plans and modern appliances. Lot sizes are roomy, with front yards landscaped with flowers and shrubs and backyards big enough for a patio and children’s playset. Tall, mature trees are abundant, often dotting residents’ front and side yards. Sidewalks are scarce, but the streets are wide enough for kids to ride their bikes and neighbors to visit outside.
This Brandonwood ranch in Fort Wayne features a side entry garage.
This nice two story in Fort Wayne's Brandonwood features a small front porch with seating area.
This Brandonwood Cape Cod in Fort Wayne has a side entry garage.
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Get active at Shoaff Park
When locals want to get out in the fresh air, they often head to Shoaff Park off St. Joe Center Road. The 185-acre park offers many amenities, especially for those who like to play sports. It’s common to find friends challenging each other on the basketball or tennis courts. Golf enthusiasts can play a round or two at the Shoaff Golf Course, which is located at the park and open to all residents. During the summer, the baseball diamond is alive with activity, as is the splash pad beside the large playground. Residents in the mood to walk can choose from three trails of varying distances that loop around the park. For indoor activities, the Jackson R. Lehman Family YMCA is located a few blocks west of the neighborhood and offers exercise classes, cooking classes, an indoor pool and more.
Residents of Fort Wayne's Brandonwood are a short drive to Shoaff Park.
This couple and their furry friend take advantage of Shoaff Park's walking trails.
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Fort Wayne's Saint Joseph Central receives an overall Niche grade of B-minus.
Students start school at St. Joseph Central Elementary
Children in the area start school at St. Joseph Central Elementary and then head to Jefferson Middle School and Northrop High School. Jefferson Middle has a C-plus on Niche, while St. Joseph Central Elementary and Northrop High have B-minus ratings. Northrop High serves about 2,000 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 20-to-1. It has two choirs that students can join: the mixed show choir, Charisma and the all-female show choir, Allure. Both choirs compete in competitions and festivals throughout the Midwest.
Celebrate Fort Wayne all year long
Locals take advantage of the many events in and around the city, like the Three Rivers Festival in July, the Festival of Trees in late November, and the Johnny Appleseed Festival in September.
Close to I-69, I-469 and the airport
To get downtown, residents skip the highways and take St. Joe Center Road and North Clinton Street instead. To go farther, interstates 69 and 469 are just outside the neighborhood, and the Fort Wayne International Airport is about 20 miles south.
City-style walkability to shopping and dining
There are several restaurants within walking distance of the neighborhood. Locally owned Shigs In Pitt serves award-winning barbecue and is located across Maplecrest Road. Salsa Grille, which serves traditional Mexican fare, is conveniently located across St. Joe Center Road, easily walkable from the neighborhood’s southern side. Kroger is just outside the neighborhood, where residents pick up groceries, or they head east a few miles to Meijer and Walmart.
There isn't a conversation about Fort Wayne BBQ that doesn't include Shigs In Pit.
Fort Wayne's Bon Bon's Coffee Company is a popular destination for locals.
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Parks in this Area
Shoaff Park Playground and SplashPad
Mengerson Nature Preserve
Brister Spring Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Playground
Praise Park
Rocket Park
Imperial Gardens Park (Unnamed)
Transit
Airport
Fort Wayne International
34 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Brandonwood
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Brandonwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brandonwood, Fort Wayne sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Brandonwood, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $226,200, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$229,950
Median Sale Price
$226,200
Median Single Family Sale Price
$226,200
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$160
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
110
Median Year Built
1980
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,351
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,820
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
79,932
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
263
Median Age
36
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,750
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,706
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.6%
College Graduates
18.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 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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