A quiet suburb within walking distance of vast amenities
Trees cluster around houses on manicured lots in the small suburban neighborhood of Valley Park Forest. This quiet suburb is located just over 5 miles from Downtown Fort Wayne and is within walking distance of many amenities. “It’s extremely close to shopping and libraries… Elementary schools are within walking distance,” says Kedric Koeppe, a Realtor at Century 21 Bradley Realty, Inc. Koeppe has been selling real estate here for 38 years. Well-kept sidewalks line the streets and large community parks are also just minutes away, making this community active.
Twentieth-century homes sit along sidewalk-lined streets
Sprawling ranch-style and Colonial Revival-inspired massed two-story homes are popular here, but a few Tudor Revival and Cape Cods dot the streets, too. Despite many of the homes here being built between 1970 and 1990, the market is competitive. “The market slowed down a little bit now, but most of them in the early part of 2023 were selling in the first two or three days. And some of them were going for over full price,” Koeppe says. Homes start around $210,000 and can sell for up to $290,000. The average home price is $277,725.
Valley Park Forest in Fort Wayne has a good mix of small ranch-style and large two-story homes.
Fort Wayne's Valley Park Forest is a tight knit community.
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State Route 930 is closeby
Indiana State Route 930 sits to the south and west of the neighborhood and leads to several other major highways. U.S. Interstate Highway 469 is also nearby and connects to U.S. Routes 24 and 30, which lead to Ohio. Fort Wayne International Airport is just over 14 miles away, making air travel easily accessible. Public transit is also available here. Public bus stops can be found in Georgetown Square.
Georgetown Square is full of familiar retailers and local eateries
Residents complete most of their errands at Georgetown Square, a large shopping center within the neighborhood. The shopping park includes large retailers like Kroger and Dollar General as well as small businesses like Tangles Salon & Spa, Books, Comics & Things, and JJ’s Antiques. Several restaurants are also located here, including Ziffles Rib Bar, a local favorite known for its award-winning ribs and barbeque; Jeff's Coney, known for its Coney Island-style hot dogs; and Dicky's 21 Taps, a bar and restaurant. Several other shopping centers are also within reach, including Northwood Plaza, which has a Target and Planet Fitness, and Statewood Plaza, which has a Lowe’s and Harbor Freight.
Fort Wayne's Tangles Salon & Spa is located in Georgetown Square.
Fort Wayne's Casa Grille offers traditional Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner.
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Kreager Park is a recreational behemoth offering athletic fields and playgrounds
The 218-acre Kreager Park is less than 2 miles away and has fitness equipment, a soccer field, tennis courts, lawn space, a walking path and a playground. The play area, called Taylor’s Dream, was developed by Boundless Playgrounds, a nonprofit that specializes in inclusive playgrounds. It features a splash pad, a dinosaur-themed multi-sensory area and a space for mixed solo and group play. Residents can also access the 26-mile Rivergreenway biking and walking trail from Kreager Park. Jehl Park is another nearby city recreational ground. This 3.7-acre park is less than a mile from the neighborhood and has a tennis court, basketball court, playground, walking path and lawn space.
Kreager Park offers many activities like tennis and baseball.
Fort Wayne's Rivergreenway runs along the Maumee River.
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Snider High School emphasizes biomedical sciences
Kids may attend schools in the Fort Wayne Community School District. They can begin their education at J Wilbur Haley Elementary School, graded a C-plus on Niche. Kids can move up to Blackhawk Middle School and R Nelson Snider High School, both graded a B on Niche. At Snider, students can enroll in the Project Lead the Way-Biomedical Sciences program. This national program uses hands-on experiences and real-world problems to develop students’ critical thinking and research skills. It’s specifically designed for students interested in pursuing a medical career but is open to all. Blackhawk Christian School is within walking distance of the neighborhood and is a popular private school option among locals.
Snider High School serves ninth through twelfth grade students.
J. Wilbur Haley Elementary School is in the Fort Wayne Community School District.
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Indiana's second-largest summer festival is held annually in Fort Wayne
Each July, Fort Wayne throws the nine-day Three Rivers Festival, which celebrates the St. Mary's, St. Joseph, and Maumee rivers. This community event is the second-largest summer festival in Indiana and includes art exhibitions, fair games, riverboat rides, live music, vendors and more. The city also hosts annual Greek and Latin festivals, celebrating the city’s diversity. In Georgetown Square, residents often congregate at Georgetown Entertainment, one of the few bowling alleys in the area. Fort Wayne is also home to two minor-league sports teams. Locals regularly travel to Parkview Field, around 7 miles away, to watch TinCaps baseball games or the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, just over 4 miles away, for Komets hockey games.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
508
Median Age
44
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,283
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,140
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.6%
Advanced Degrees
9.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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