A tiny residential area with a taste of urban and rural amenities
Stitched along the hem of Fort Wayne, Hickory Grove is a small neighborhood that sits just between city and country. Nearby grassy fields quickly transform into vast acres of farmland to the south. To the north, a mixture of grid-like streets and cul de sacs creep along Lafayatte Street toward Downtown Fort Wayne. “People in Hickory Grove are inter-city but close to the outskirts,” says Realtor Jennifer Camperman-Bradford of American Dream Team Real Estate Brokers. “You are a few minutes from the hustle and bustle of Downtown Fort Wayne.” A short hop west onto Lafayette Street launches locals north into Downtown for a straightforward, speedy work commute. “Many people like this area because they’re far enough away from the city but also close enough,” says Camperman-Bradford. “It’s still right by the highway or interstate, and you’re still in proximity to Downtown Fort Wayne.”
The streets of Hickory Grove are laid out in a grid pattern.
Welcome to Fort Wayne's Hickory Grove.
Hickory Grove sits at the edge of the city, bordering farm land.
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Predictable and affordable single-family homes in Hickory Grove
Typically, Hickory Grove buyers can find a three-bedroom, 1,300-square-foot home for around $120,000 to $130,000. According to Camperman-Bradford, homes that require some “cosmetic love” list for $100,000, while those valued at $200,000 are generally fully remodeled. “Hickory Grove has an eclectic mix of people who have lived there for 40 years and those who have moved there since 2018,” says Camperman-Bradford, who notes there was a lot of movement pre-pandemic, which has since come to a halt. “Now, there’s a standstill because there are original homeowners or people who have bought in the past five years and are staying put.” Only one house entered the market in the past year, and real estate usually sells within three days of listing. However, the mix in homeownership has seen an improvement in curb appeal and floor plans. “As older generations are moving out, younger ones are moving in and breathing new life into the homes,” says Camperman-Bradford.
Buyers will find affordable home options in Hickory Grove.
Hickory Grove residents enjoy large lot sizes.
Most of the homes in Hickory Grove feature two car garages.
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A day is best spent at Tillman Park and all the surrounding amenities
Hickory Grove resident make the most of their semi-rural backyard by spending time at one of the area’s biggest green spaces: Tillman Park. Known for its championship caliber disc golf course and eight tennis courts, this park has sporty activities for all ages. Beyond that, there’s the Donald Ross Golf Club, which is open to the public. On the other side of the river, folks can catch their breath after a hike and pitch a tent at River Camp, provided they booked a spot ahead of time. Hickory Grove has plenty of indoor venues to experience as well. Safety Village is an essential spot for family fun that also adds an educational twist. “Anyone who has been in Fort Wayne for some time has probably taken their kids to Safety Village,” Camperman-Bradford says of the artificial town designed to teach road safety. “It’s a great community place for people to utilize, not just schools.” The town’s streets are equipped with engaging signs and stoplights that kids can interact with as they zoom along in miniature cars. Additional attractions for all ages in the area include nearby golf cart tracks and one of the most popular bowling alleys in Fort Wayne, Thunderbowl #1.
Hickory Grove residents can enjoy a round of disc golf at Tillman Park.
Hickory Grove seniors can join the Thursday afternoon league at the Donald Ross Golf Course.
Golfers will find the Donald Ross Golf Course just up the road from Hickory Grove.
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East Allen County schools
Students in Hickory Grove attend class within the East Allen County School System. Southwick Elementary serves prekindergarten through second grade and feeds into Prince Chapman Academy for third through sixth graders. Each school gets a B-plus and a C-plus, respectively. Kids in seventh and eighth grade attend Paul Harding Junior High, also rated C-plus, while freshmen through seniors go to class at New Haven High, which gets a B-minus overall. Magnet public school East Allen University earns an A from Niche and was named #3 on Niche’s list of Standout High Schools in Indiana.
Southwick Elementary School has 608 students in Hickory Grove.
Prince Chapman Academy serves grades 3-6 in Hickory Grove.
East Allen University has a student-teacher ratio of 19 to 1 in Hickory Grove.
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Takeout and grocery stores are close to Hickory Grove
Residents look to neighboring areas for shops and restaurants and can reach many options in under 10 minutes. For those who want takeout for dinner, the drive is even shorter, with Nawarat and China Garden both immediately west of the residential area. Grocery stores like Walmart and Aldi offer the basics just a 5-minute drive south. Thoroughfare Lafayette St. is only a stone’s throw away, where the Citilink bus line connects Hickory Grove residents to Downtown Fort Wayne.
Hickory Grove shoppers will find Aldi conveniently located close by.
Griffin's Bar B Que lures in Hickory Grove residents with their delicious smoked meats.
Residents love to do their shopping at Walmart in Hickory Grove.
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Parks in this Area
Lafayette Park
Packard Park
McCormick Park
McMillen Park
Baseball/Softball
Golf
Pool
Bowser Park
Weisser Park
Transit
Airport
Fort Wayne International
18 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Hickory Grove
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hickory Grove, Fort Wayne sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Hickory Grove, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $181,500, down 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Adam and Bruce Apartments sit on a long, circular driveway surrounded by flowers, shrubs, and trees. This community is a HUD subsidized community (with income limitations) for persons over the age of 62.Visitors and residents have a variety of nearby activities to experience including: Science Central, the city zoo, museums of: aviation, natural history, and antique cars, and the Fort
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,077
Median Age
29
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
35.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$26,793
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,987
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
38.8%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
1.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
61.6%
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®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
17/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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