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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.
Forest Park Boulevard runs through the center of this historic neighborhood.
Taylor’s Dream playground at Kreager Park offers inclusive play nearby.
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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.
Georgian‑style homes contribute to Forest Park’s historic residential character..
Victorian Stick Eastlake homes reflect Forest Park’s early‑20th‑century roots.
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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.
Forest Park Elementary School serves local families within walking distance.
Lakeside Middle School serves Forest Park students within walking distance.
Concordia Lutheran High School is a nearby private option for Forest Park families.
St. Jude Elementary offers private education options near Forest Park.
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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.
Hall’s Prime Rib is a longtime dining destination along State Boulevard.
The Village Tap serves drinks and casual fare near Forest Park.
Oh Five Scoop Shop serves handcrafted ice cream along State Boulevard.
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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.
The Lakeside Park rose garden offers a peaceful walking spot nearby.
Guldlin Park provides a neighborhood green space close to Forest Park.
Soccer fields at Kreager Park support youth sports near Forest Park.
Headwaters Park downtown hosts events and green space near Forest Park.
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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 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Park, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $455,000.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$572,450
Median Sale Price
$455,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$455,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
13%
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$112
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes
61
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1925
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,319
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
149
Median Age
36
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,000
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$86,259
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.9%
College Graduates
40.8%
Advanced Degrees
20.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72%
Above the national average
64.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Moderately friendly
Bike Score®
70/ 100
Moderately friendly
Walk Score®
70/ 100
Somewhat friendly
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic
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