Valley Park Forest
Suburban Neighborhood in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Allen County 46815
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.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.
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Written By
Kayla Koslosky
Photography Contributed By
Travis Patton
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nicholas Krauter
Nicholas Krauter
Schrader RE and Auction/Fort Wayne
(260) 376-7789
147 Total Sales
1 in Valley Park Forest
$273,000 Price
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Tim Haber
Tim Haber
Responds QuicklyCENTURY 21 Bradley Realty, Inc
(260) 408-8111
298 Total Sales
1 in Valley Park Forest
$225,000 Price
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Val Bartrom
Val Bartrom
Responds QuicklyMike Thomas Assoc., Inc
(260) 264-7870
153 Total Sales
1 in Valley Park Forest
$169,900 Price
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Nanette Minnick
Nanette Minnick
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty, LLC
(260) 264-9448
136 Total Sales
1 in Valley Park Forest
$215,000 Price
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Sam Hartman
Sam Hartman
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
(260) 376-7982
143 Total Sales
2 in Valley Park Forest
$223K - $300K Price Range
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Kaleefa Simpson
Kaleefa Simpson
eXp Realty, LLC
(385) 354-6421
176 Total Sales
2 in Valley Park Forest
$246K - $263K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Mengerson Nature Preserve
Kreager Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- Tennis
Brister Spring Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Daryl B. Cobin Memorial Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Parking Lot
Rivergreenway
Jehl Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Valley Park Forest | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Valley Park Forest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Valley Park Forest, Fort Wayne sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Valley Park Forest, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $254,900, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$259,450
Median Sale Price
$254,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$258,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$120
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
125
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,203
Above the national average
1,933
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
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
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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