When considering what sets the Old Brook Farm neighborhood apart from others in this suburban pocket of Northeast Fort Wayne, Shawn Browning, a Realtor with ERA Crossroads who lives there, says, “It comes down to value. Homes here are a little larger, so they’re a little more expensive, but you get a lot of house for your money. We’re still in the top tier of the most inexpensive places to live. I’ve traveled everywhere and couldn’t find anywhere I liked better.” Combine value with a peaceful suburban setting 7 miles outside of downtown, easy access to interstates and plentiful shopping, parks and entertainment, and it’s easy to see why Browning and his neighbors are happy to call Old Brook Farm home.
A 'burb with big backyards
Old Brook Farm does have higher prices than surrounding neighborhoods with a median list price of $265,000. But what homebuyers get for their money is a range of well-kept homes in colonial and farmhouse styles with some tri-level and single-level ranch homes. Homes range from the high $100,000s to over $300,000 with an average price of $88 per square foot, significantly less than Indiana’s average of $139 per square foot. Most homes offer three to five bedrooms and up to 3,000 square feet. Browning also says, “We’ve seen a lot of younger families with kids moving in over the last few years.” Old Brook Farm's large lots make a good option for these families as backyards offer ample space for kids’ playsets, patios and decks.
Locals will have most certainly a large front yard when you move to Old Brook Farms.
There are many different colors when it comes to single family homes in Old Brook Farms.
Colorful trees line Old Brook Farm homes in the fall.
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Northrop High offers AP and dual credit courses
Families often send kids to Fort Wayne Community Schools with the option to enter a lottery to attend school outside their zone. For Old Brook Farm, assigned schools start with prekindergarten at St. Joseph Central Elementary School, which earns a B-minus from Niche. Middle schoolers can join afterschool clubs at Jefferson Middle School, a C-plus-rated school by Niche. At Northrop High School, teens can take Advanced Placement courses or earn dual credit with courses through Purdue-Fort Wayne, the largest public university in northeast Indiana.
St Josephs Central Elementary school is serving the Old Brook Farms neighborhood.
Jefferson Middle School is a public school in Fort Wayne popular among parents and students.
Northrop High School in Fort Wayne makes sure to put all of its effort in its students.
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There is plenty of space at Shoaff Park in Old Brook Farms neighborhood.
18-holes at Schoaff Park
Sidewalks line much of Old Brook Farm, making it easy for neighbors to walk their dogs and for kids to ride bikes. But for parks, Schoaff Park is a local go-to. Set on the banks of the St. Joseph River, the park offers a space where residents can fish or boat on the river or play 18 holes at the par-54 golf course. Miles of hiking trails keep folks fit, and kids of all ages play on a modern playground with rock walls and a splash pad. Browning also boasts that Old Brook Farm is near “one of the best YMCAs around.” Jackson R. Lehman YMCA provides gyms and athletic equipment, an indoor pool, a teaching kitchen, youth programs, and classes. Next door, Praise Park offers green space and three ponds.
Friendly atmosphere is waiting for you at the Breakfast Clubb in Old Brook Farm.
Glen Brook Square Mall 5 miles away
Just south of Old Brook Farm, St. Joe Village on St. Joe Center Road provides a Kroger Marketplace where locals can grab groceries and gas or stop for Starbucks in-store. A little further down on Maplecrest, Target headlines the Northwood Plaza shopping center, which also features Walgreens, Dollar Tree and Pet Supplies Plus, and major retailers and restaurants are at the Glen Brook Square Mall, 5 miles southwest. For dining close to home, locals stop for Mexican at Salsa Grille near Kroger or Casa Grande at Northwood Plaza. But for classic American and Greek breakfast and lunch favorites, folks line up at the locally owned and established Breakfast Club. Food is available for dine-in, carryout or delivery.
Streets are popular for walking and driving in Old Brook Farm.
Major thoroughfares in all directions
Old Brook Farm is close to major thoroughfares in all directions, including Reed, St. Joe Center and Maplecrest Roads, and Interstate 469 is less than 3 miles north. For anyone skipping the roads, the Fort Wayne International Airport is 15 miles to the south, and the Waterloo Amtrak station is 25 miles north.
From hockey to the Philharmonic
With plenty of local events, Browning notes, “You don’t see many people just sitting at home.” Fans join the nearly 75-year-old tradition of cheering on the Fort Wayne Komets hockey team at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum; the holiday season comes alive with Holiday Pops featuring the Fort Wayne Philharmonic; and every fall, thousands gather to honor the life of John Chapman at the 1800s-themed Johhny Appleseed Festival. Best of all? None of these events are more than 6 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Shoaff Park Playground and SplashPad
Mengerson Nature Preserve
Majestic Grassy Knoll
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
Old Brook Farm
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
6
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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Brook Farm, Fort Wayne sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Old Brook Farm, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $250,585, up 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$255,000
Median Single Family Price
$255,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$111
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$249,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
123
Median Year Built
1969
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,155
Above the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,020,175
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
296
Median Age
36
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,409
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,454
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.7%
College Graduates
18.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.8%
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®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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