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Suburban community meets city energy in Tamarack
In Fort Wayne, the small community of Tamarack is well-known for its curb appeal. “The neighborhood has a great reputation for this side of Fort Wayne,” says Jay Price, a local Realtor who works alongside his father, Matthew, as part of the Price Team at Mike Thomas Associates. With many years of experience in the area, Price says that Tamarack’s attention to detail, cleanliness and care make this area more desirable than neighboring communities that don’t prioritize upkeep. “The houses are good quality, the lawns are well-maintained, and that makes the real estate sell very quickly,” Price says. But suburban comforts aren’t the only draws for this northeast Fort Wayne neighborhood. Shopping centers, universities and entertainment venues are all just a short drive away, allowing residents to benefit from city conveniences without the accompanying traffic. On the weekends, locals can catch performances at Summit City Comedy Club and the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Center. Residents also enjoy practicing their swings during morning tee times at Shoaff Park’s golf course. As an established neighborhood surrounded by retail, dining and education centers, Tamarack offers homebuyers a city lifestyle without sacrificing a quiet suburban experience.
Tamarack’s curb appeal
Most of the homes in Tamarack were built on modest grassy lots between the late 1950s and early 1970s, resulting in an abundance of minimalist ranch-style homes and L-shaped ramblers. Colonial Revival influences are common, with many homes featuring side-gabled roofs, second-story overhangs and symmetrical windows. Wide sidewalks border neat lawns and manicured gardens, adding a pop of color to the walkable streets. “Homes here have a good build quality with decent floor plans that are still desirable today, and it’s all very reasonably priced,” Price says, noting that buyers can expect to see listings for three-bedroom homes between $200,000 and $300,000. “Tamarack is definitely a neighborhood that will appreciate well in relation to other areas,” he says.
This row of Tamarack homes shows the many different styles of architecture in the neighborhood.
A grouping of rose bushes is sure to attract bees to this Tamarack home.
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Snider High School gives Med students a head start
Students in Tamarack can attend Harris Elementary and Lane Middle, which both maintain grades of C or better on Niche. At Snider High, which maintains a grade of B on Niche, students interested in pursuing a medical career can enroll in the school’s Biomedical Sciences program. Students seeking higher education will also have plenty of options close to home, including the local campuses of Ivy Tech Community College, Purdue University and Indiana University.
Harris Elementary is within walking distance for Tamarack students.
Snider High School will be home for Tamarack students grade nine through twelve.
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Stay active at Shoaff Park
Spanning more than 180 acres, Shoaff Park has been a community staple for outdoor recreation since 1955. This wooded park features a splash pad, playground, tennis courts and fields for baseball and soccer, as well as a paved walking trail that loops around an 18-hole golf course. About 3 miles southwest, Johnny Appleseed Park welcomes visitors year-round with its trails, campgrounds and St. Joseph River access. In September, the park also hosts the annual Johnny Appleseed Festival, a free, family-friendly outdoor event with games, a farmers market and historical demonstrations.
Fort Wayne's Shoaff Park offers many trails for visitors to enjoy.
This cyclist takes advantage of a nice day in Shoaff Park.
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Northwood Plaza is just minutes away
With Target, Big Lots and a host of fast-casual restaurants just over a mile away in Northwood Plaza and Kroger a few minutes up the street, residents of Tamarack don’t have to go far to satisfy their weekly shopping lists or grab a quick dinner. For even more retail therapy, residents can make the short, 3-mile trip over to Glenbrook Square, a shopping mall anchored by JCPenney.
Just up the street from Tamarack, Culver's is serving up burgers and custard.
Stores like Big Lots are just a short drive away.
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Access to nearby highways without all the noise
Tamarack residents enjoy easy access to major highways without any of the accompanying noise and traffic. Interstates 69 and 469 are just a few miles away, so “it’s an easy commute to a lot of major employers around town,” Price says.
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Parks in this Area
Shoaff Park Playground and SplashPad
Mengerson Nature Preserve
Brister Spring Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Playground
Majestic Grassy Knoll
Praise Park
Transit
Airport
Fort Wayne International
31 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Tamarack
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tamarack, Fort Wayne sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Tamarack, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $308,002, up 12% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,211
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,050
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,013
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.7%
Advanced Degrees
16.5%
% Population in Labor Force
75.8%
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®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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