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Where Goshen and farmland begin to mix
With award-winning schools and relative proximity to the RV manufacturing factories on Goshen’s southeast side, Benton is expanding from its roots as a small, rural community on the banks of the Elkhart River. But there is also no mistaking that this unincorporated area surrounded by corn and soybean fields is at Goshen’s very edge. Almost as soon as U.S. Route 33 crosses the river heading southeast, it leads the way through miles of uninterrupted Indiana farmland.
View of Benton neighborhood with homes and farmland.
Benton locals enjoy the beautiful Benton Dam in the River Preserve County Park.
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From early 20th-century houses to modern subdivisions
Many houses around Benton reflect what it once was: a simple, agricultural-based community. There’s a mix of farmhouses and Foursquares built around 1900, and ranches from the middle and latter 20th century. These houses range from just under $100,000 to as much as $385,000. Contemporary custom houses in the Fairfield Farms subdivision, all built between 2000 and the present, range from around $350,000 to $650,000.
Older houses in Benton offer fixer-upper opportunities for new homeowners.
Residents of Benton enjoy a quiet neighborhood.
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Easy access to River Preserve
Benton has multiple access points to the River Preserve County Park, which stretches 4 miles westward along the Elkhart River to nearby New Paris. River Preserve encompasses 350 acres that vary between wetland, woodland and prairie landscapes. The park is a popular spot for area hikers, canoeists, kayakers, birders and anglers.
Kids in Benton enjoy some time cooling off.
Benton locals enjoy the Benton Spillway in the River Preserve County Park.
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Fairfield High pride runs deep
Schools are Benton’s calling card. Benton Elementary, which serves kindergarten through sixth grade, receives a B-plus rating on Niche. B-rated Fairfield Junior/Senior High School is the No. 1 high school in Elkhart County according to U.S. News and World Report. High school sports are especially well supported. “In the smaller communities around Elkhart and Goshen, high school games are easily the biggest thing happening on weekends,” says Justin Strefling, an area native who grew up playing high school basketball against those schools. Fairfield’s girls basketball team created a wave of excitement in 2023, winning Indiana’s storied state tournament.
Benton Elementary School offers a quality education.
Fairfield Junior/Senior High School's entrance.
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Air shows bring excitement to summer skies
Goshen Municipal Airport hosts a pair of air shows each summer – giving Benton both a noise factor and a wow factor. Air Supremacy over Goshen, a three-day event in late June, features radio-controlled replicas of World War I and World War II aircraft. America’s Freedom Fest is held every July, and features demonstrations by everything from prop biplanes to helicopters and military jets before closing with a fireworks show.
Convenient access to Goshen's industrial district
Goshen’s sprawling industrial district is less than 4 miles from Benton along U.S. 33. Most of these factories build recreational vehicles or components used in RVs. Goshen is closely tied to nearby Elkhart, which is considered the RV manufacturing capital of the world. “We build really cool things in Goshen and Elkhart County,” says Nick Kieffer, president and CEO of the Goshen Chamber of Commerce. “The craftsmanship and workmanship of the local community really drives that.” Goshen Municipal Airport is just outside of Benton, but is primarily used for private planes. The nearest commercial airport is about 40 miles away in South Bend.
North of Benton is the Goshen industrial business district.
Benton resident pilots have quick access to the Goshen Municipal Airport outside town.
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Shopping options require travel
A Dollar General across the street from Fairfield Junior/Senior High School is Benton’s only store. The closest shopping options are about 5 miles away in Goshen, including an Aldi and a Walmart Supercenter. A Menards and Tractor Supply Company are also in the same area of southeast Goshen.
Dollar General is a hot spot all day long in the Benton neighborhood.
At Tractor Supply, Benton locals find everything they need for DIY projects.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
River Preserve County Park
Transit
Airport
South Bend International
67 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Benton
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Benton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Benton, Goshen sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Benton, Goshen over the last 12 months is $246,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
REDUCED PRICE!! Fairfield Schools!! 4 Bedroom 1 Bathroom home with 40x24 detached barn garage. Main floor laundry. Well maintained property. Spacious kitchen and dining area. 2 main floor bedrooms and 2 upstairs bedrooms. Cozy/private 3 seasons room. Nice backyard space behind barn.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
619
Median Age
32
Population under 18
34.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,094
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,005
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.4%
% Population in Labor Force
75.2%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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