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A trendy zip code in Northeast Fort Wayne
Home buyers find themselves at a crossroads when they reach a newer Fort Wayne neighborhood such as Kirkwood. Literally, in this case, the intersection of Crescent Avenue and Coliseum Boulevard, and figuratively at an area with a different history than more-established parts of the city. “When Fort Wayne started, people lived on the south side of town,” says Realtor Nancey Weaver of Keller Williams Fort Wayne. “Now, in the last 20 years, the newer area is more north.” The location means plenty of entertainment, bars, a nightlife and arts and culture -- as are two campuses of major state universities. All things considered, Kirkwood and the buzz around it tends to draw a younger, working-age crowd.
The Health Food Shoppe in Kirkwood has an extensive selection of organic products.
Fort Wayne's Wooden Nickel has been serving locals since 1982.
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A cup of coffee or a night out in Kirkwood
Locally owned spots to grab a bite or a drink are common in and around Kirkwood. Residents might start their morning at the Firefly Coffee House. This café has served specialty coffee, house-made baked goods and cured meats since 1999. Another staple is Old Crowne Coffee Roasters. Willie’s Café is the quintessential breakfast spot serving cozy, no-frills, homestyle breakfasts. To wind down the week, there’s State Bar. “It’s a really cool Irish bar,” says Broker Tim Tower of Century 21 Bradley Realty, Inc. “It’s a little dive, I’ve been there once or twice.” Kroger is no more than 3 miles from the farthest point of the neighborhood, though niche grocers such as Health Food Shoppe of Fort Wayne are closer. Music lovers can pop into Wooden Nickel for a vinyl record or two.
Firefly Coffee in Kirkwood is a popular spot for locals to grab coffee on their way to work.
State Bar is a local staple for residents of Kirkwood.
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Spending time at Lions Park and Lakeside Park
Just outside the neighborhood is the nearly 15-acre Lions Park, a gift in 1953 from The Central Lions Club of Fort Wayne. Basketball, tennis, pickleball courts and a baseball diamond are available for use. Kids can also explore the smart playground. It has QR codes for parents and teachers to access educational guides and additional games. Also nearby is the historic Lakeside Park, which features a rose garden of more than 2,000 plants. In the winter, one of the centerpiece attractions is ice skating, which switches to fishing when the ice melts. Meanwhile, the riverfront Headwaters Park is the site of local festivals, concerts and other special events. During the winter months, the park’s large, open-air pavilion houses the Headwaters Ice Skating Rink.
The Lakeside Rose Garden Park has beautifully manicured rose gardens.
Come to Lions Park in Fort Wayne for a fun afternoon of pickleball with friends.
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A handful of home styles in Kirkwood
Kirkwood skews younger and less affluent, but more educated and more likely to be in the workforce than national averages, according to U.S. Census data. Buyers will find traditional homes, ranch-styles and Colonial Revivals with lots just shy of a quarter of an acre. Home prices range between $175,000 and $365,000. While newer than other sections of the city, half of Kirkwood homes were built before 1955 and half after. Streets are wooded with mature trees, though there are no sidewalks. Along the thoroughfares of Crescent Avenue and East Coliseum Boulevard, just outside the neighborhood, commerce is common.
Colonial Revivals are a great option for families in the neighborhood of Kirkwood.
Cape Cods are a common housing style in the area of Kirkwood.
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Attending class in north Fort Wayne
Students can attend Brentwood Elementary, which gets a C-plus from Niche. They then attend Lakeside Middle which gets a C overall. North Side High rounds out the list with a B-minus. The school offers early college and global studies programs. A shared campus for Purdue University and Indiana University is just to the north of the neighborhood, on the other side of East Coliseum Boulevard.
North Side High School shows off its beautiful architecture to Fort Wayne residents.
Purdue University in Kirkwood is one of the highest rated universities in the US.
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A short hop downtown
Living near an intersection is of course advantageous, the only drawback is a bit of noise, especially during business hours. Residents can easily get to Downtown Fort Wayne with a 3-mile, 9-minute drive. The Citilink bus system also serves the area, making for a 40-minute commute to work in the city. Fort Wayne International Airport isn’t out of reach for residents who drive: the trip lasts about half an hour.
Kirkwood is a suburban community just outside of Fort Wayne.
Kirkwood is a quiet residential community located just outside of Fort Wayne.
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Flooding in Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne has had its fair share of flooding in the past century, largely due to the city’s three intersecting rivers. The closest to Kirkwood is the Joseph River, about half a mile west. According to Risk Factor, the risk of flooding for the city overall is “moderate.”
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Parks in this Area
Klug Park
Northside Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Disc Golf
Lions Park
Lakeside Park & Rose Garden
Tennis
Trails
Playground
Majestic Grassy Knoll
Johnny Appleseed Park
Transit
Airport
Fort Wayne International
27 min drive
Kirkwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kirkwood, Fort Wayne sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Kirkwood, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $960,000.
LARGE HOME WITH AN OPEN FLOORPLAN; HARDWOOD FLOORS ON THE MAIN LEVEL. THE UPSTAIR DEN CAN BE A 4TH BEDROOM WITH AN OPEN LOFT. OFFERS A TWO-CAR DETACHED GARAGE.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Becky McArdle,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
604
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,809
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,698
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.4%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34%
Advanced Degrees
15%
% Population in Labor Force
74.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
48/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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