$254,457Average Value$235Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Southwood Park is where established homes and a beautiful landscape meet
As folks drive south from Fort Wayne, a winding river and accompanying golf course catch the eye. One neighborhood adjacent to both these is Southwood Park, one of a handful in the 07-zip code known colloquially as “the hip zip.” “This area has a really cool vibe and a true sense of community,” says Realtor Cory Allen of Regan and Ferguson Group, “and I know not every place has that same level of engagement with their neighbors.” Suburban streets shaded by healthy trees offer just enough privacy to deliver an air of seclusion from the action of the city. A variety of home styles blends with outdoor recreation to create a living experience all their own just four miles outside of Fort Wayne. When folks need the city amenities, they hop on one of two bus lines connecting it to Southwood Park.
The residents of Southwood Park exemplify the community.
A historic and one-of-a-kind neighborhood, Southwood Park has charm, character and community.
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A neighborhood with enough architectural styles to suit most buyers
Curving streets feature a charming blend of architectural styles, including nods to Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, and American Craftsman homes. These unusual builds, no two of which are the same, hug the neighborhood's terrain under a mature canopy of massive trees. “Each home is super unique,” says Allen. “It’s not your typical cookie-cutter neighborhood.” Many homes date back to the 1920s and still display some of their original characteristics, including half-timbering on the Tudors and symmetrical facades or traditional shutters on Colonials. Southwood Park’s fusion of styles is an ode to its history and the residents who exemplify the community. “People love the charm and character of Southwood Park,” says Allen. “The neighborhood is eclectic, historic, diverse and walkable.” Another notable component of this community is the broad range of square footage buyers can expect. “Typically, in a neighborhood, you have all $300,000 to $400,000 homes, but here in Southwood Park, you have the whole range,” Allen says. “There are 1900s mansions and huge historic houses mixed in with cute two-bedroom bungalows and small starter homes. You can go from 800 to 8,000 square feet.” The median price for a single-family home is $203,775. Buyers may find a three-bed, one-bath bungalow for as low as $155,000, while homes spanning 3,000 square feet list for around $300,000. Southwood’s housing market is competitive: listed homes usually have multiple over-asking offers and stay on the market for an average of nine days.
Southwood Park is home to many Tudor Revival style homes.
There is a whole range of homes in Southwood Park, like this 1900s mansion.
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Outdoor recreation in the back yard
Despite its moniker, Southwood Park has no recreational area of the same name. Instead, the community rests adjacent to the Foster Park Golf Course. This course is open to the public for day passes, as well as season passes for the more enthusiastic golfers. Another prominent attraction is, of course, Foster Park itself, which spans 255 acres. Foster Park occupies much of the neighborhood’s west side, framed by the St. Marys River. This slice of verdant heaven maintains stunning flower beds, a playground, two tennis courts and winding riverfront trails. Its three pavilions host community gatherings. Visitors can even find a replica of Abe Lincoln’s birth cabin on the grounds. “There aren’t many places like Foster Park where all different walks of life come together,” Allen says.
Southwood Park is a short ride to the trails of Foster Park.
Southwood Park golfers can take advantage of the city's top golf shop at Bobick's Golf.
Pawster Park offers Southwood Park dog owners a fenced in area to let their pets run.
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Locally owned shops, grocers and venues
The restaurants and shops in Southwood Park promote the community’s close-knit feel. Folks gather to catch up over morning coffee and even have business meetings at the Friendly Fox, a cozy and inviting coffee shop at the north end of the neighborhood that lives by its tagline of “Coffee, Connections and Comfort.” Right next door is Antonuccio’s Italian Market, an authentic Italian and global specialty store rooted in tradition that offers an extensive selection of pasta, wines, meats and cheeses, fresh produce and more. Folks don’t have to go far for an exciting night out, either. “Just down the road is the Clyde Theatre and the adjacent Club Room,” says Associate Broker Justin Herber of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group. “They have national acts come in. There’s nightly music at the Club Room, with different genres each night.”
The Clyde Theatre is your entertainment hot spot in the Southwood Park area.
The outdoor seating at Southwood Park's Friendly Fox is busy on a sunny day.
Antonuccio's Italian Market provides Southwood Park residents with authentic Italian foods.
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The Citilink is always available
Navigating Southwood Park is easy both by car and by bus. The latter, Citilink, is conveniently organized into illuminated bus routes online for locals to follow. Two routes apply directly to the neighborhood: the “Social Security” and “Village Woods” routes. Each of these routes borders the western and eastern sides of the community, respectively, and offers access to Downtown Fort Wayne to the north. During rush hour, the roughly four-mile commute into Downtown takes 30 minutes by bus and half that by car.
Heading to school in the Fort Wayne Community School System
Students in Southwood Park attend class within the Fort Wayne Community School System. They begin at Harrison Hill Elementary School, rated C by Niche. Kekionga Middle School gets the same grade and offers various athletics programs such as volleyball and cross country. South Side High School is rated C-plus and is the only high school in Northeast Indiana offering an International Baccalaureate pre-university program for juniors and seniors.
South Side High School offers Indiana’s only International Baccalaureate program.
Kekionga Middle School serves grades 6-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
Harrison Hill Elementary School serves K-5 with a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1.
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Parks in this Area
Old Lutheran Park
Lafayette Park
Packard Park
Ivan Lebamoff Reservoir Park
Foster Park
Golf
Picnic Area
Soccer
Weisser Park
Transit
Airport
Fort Wayne International
16 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southwood Park
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Southwood Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southwood Park, Fort Wayne sell after 95 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Southwood Park, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $430,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautiful 2 story home located within the tree-lined streets of Southwood Park in the highly sought after 46807 area of Fort Wayne. Just a short walk away from Foster Park and local favorites such as The Friendly Fox and Chance Bar, this 3BR, 1.5 Bath with an oversized 1 car garage boasts beautiful natural woodwork, a spacious front and back porch, and central air. Updates include new furnace in
What an opportunity in the heart of Southwood Park! This home has all the character and charm you would expect in this highly sought after neighborhood and boasts 4 bedrooms and a spacious layout. Comes in at just under 1500 sq ft with additional space in basement that can be easily re-finished. Detached garage with extended storage area. This property does need a little bit of TLC but is fully
Welcome to this charming 1,562 sq ft home, offering 3 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Step onto the newly added front porch, landscaping upgrades galore, complete with a cozy swing and seating area perfect for relaxing and soaking in the delightful neighborhood surroundings. Inside, the main floor welcomes you with a roomy foyer, leading into a bright and inviting living room featuring a
Nestled near the heart of the historic Wayndale Community Woodhaven Oaks offers an escape from the everyday hustle and bustle. Choose between our spacious one, two, and three-bedroom apartments and townhomes at Winchester Woods, located in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Each apartment and townhome has been carefully designed with you in mind! Featuring a fully-equipped kitchen, abundant storage space,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,548
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,713
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,177
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
50%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.1%
% Population in Labor Force
70.7%
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®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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