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History and convenience combine in Forest Park
Forest Park in Fort Wayne is a residential community on the National Register of Historic Places, known for its spacious lots and well-maintained early 20th-century homes. Several attractions are nearby, including the rose garden at Lakeside Park and the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. Residents enjoy the convenience of shopping centers and restaurants being just minutes away, as well as a commuter-friendly setting close to major roadways, including Interstate 69.
One of the district's many historic homes.
An aerial view of the neighborhood's spacious lots
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Well-preserved homes and National Register status
The half-acre lots here are often twice the size of those in surrounding neighborhoods. Homes were built in the 1910s and 1920s and are nicely preserved. Colonial Revival is the most common style, but Tudor Revival and French Provincial are also represented. “They’re just beautiful homes, and you get to have a lot of history,” says local Realtor Andrew Morken of Morken Real Estate Services, Inc., who has been selling in the area for more than two years. “The homes are all different because they were all completed by different builders,” adds Nancey Weaver, a Realtor with Agency & Co. Real Estate, who was born and raised in Fort Wayne. “A lot of them have been remodeled. They’re such beautiful, established homes that have been well-maintained.” Prices often range from the mid-$400,000s to the high $600,000s, but homes rarely come on the market. “And when they do, it’s a lot of word of mouth,” Weaver adds.
Neat landscaping highlights the community's curb appeal.
Some houses peek from behind old-growth trees.
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Students can walk to school or enter the district lottery
Children in Forest Park attend Fort Wayne Community Schools. Forest Park Elementary and Lakeside Middle are both within walking distance of the neighborhood. However, the district's school choice lottery allows students to attend any school within the district. Local private options include St. Jude Elementary and the highly rated Concordia Lutheran High.
North Side High School shows off its stately architecture to Fort Wayne residents.
Forest Park Elementary School works hard to keep the school well maintained.
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Dine along State Boulevard and shop nearby
Various international grocery stores surround the community, and Kroger on State Boulevard is a couple of miles away for a larger selection. Residents do most of their retail shopping at Glenbrook Square and the major stores that surround the mall, about 2 miles away. State Boulevard is a hub for local restaurants. "Fort Wayne just has so many great restaurants," Morken says. "It's hard not to find something close to you." Along this corridor, you can:
Enjoy a classic American-style breakfast at Hall's State Street.
Stop by The Village Tap for a drink and some barbecue.
Take a milkshake to go from Oh Five Scoop Shop.
Catch up with friends over a slice of pizza at Acme Bar & Grill.
Fort Wayne Halal Meat & Grocery butchers its meat daily.
Oh Five Scoop Ice Cream shop has handcrafted ice creams for your sweet tooth.
The Village Tap is the local hot spot for food and drinks after work in Forest Park.
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Forest Park is a commuter-friendly neighborhood
Columbia Avenue links residents to Downtown Fort Wayne, about 2 miles out. Route 27 passes nearby and runs north to Interstate 69, which supports quick commutes across the city. Citilink bus stops are within walking distance. Fort Wayne International Airport is 11 miles away, and Parkview Hospital Randallia sits directly east of the neighborhood.
Where to find parks, entertainment and live music near Forest Park
Lakeside Park is close by and has a playground, as well as courts for basketball, tennis and pickleball. It's also home to a large rose garden and a pond where fishing is permitted. Events here include food truck nights and outdoor concerts. Living here means you're also within reach of the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, which Angela Zimmerman, a Fort Wayne native and agent with Wyatt Group Realtors, says is a major attraction for the city. The venue hosts everything from A-list musicians to Purdue Fort Wayne Basketball home games.
Tennis and pickleball courts are available in nearby Lakeside Park.
The rose garden is a popular attraction close to home.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Forest Park
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Forest Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest Park, Fort Wayne sell after 102 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Park, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $455,000.
Opportunity to own a truly remarkable Forest Park Blvd masterpiece. This custom-built 1948 residence, designed by and for the original architect, offers timeless character paired with modern enhancements. Recent updates include fresh paint, new high-end laminate kitchen flooring, new carpet and uncovered original hardwood floors in bedrooms. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and nearly 6,000
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