West Goshen
Neighborhood in Goshen, Indiana
Elkhart County 46526
Housing styles reflect city's westward expansion in 1900s
The City of Goshen originally developed east of the Elkhart River in the mid to late 19th century. When the city expanded west of the river near the turn of the 20th century, the first houses were built in West Goshen, and some of them remain today. Prairie and Craftsman homes built in the early 20th century and mid-century ranch-style homes are the most common in the neighborhood. Recent home sales range between $140,000 and $270,000.
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Multiple parks, Black Squirrel Golf Club nearby
Bakersfield Park is a small neighborhood park with a playground and basketball court that also serves as the site of the annual West Goshen Block Party each summer. Several larger recreational spaces are nearby, including Pringle Park, which is the home of Goshen Little League. Mullet Park, which has a 9-hole disc golf course intended to encourage new players to the game, is also nearby. For fans of golf in its traditional form, Black Squirrel Golf Club is an 18-hole public course just south of the neighborhood.
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West Goshen Elementary at heart of neighborhood
West Goshen Elementary is at the heart of the neighborhood, serving as the site of monthly neighborhood association meetings while also providing a walkable school for many of its 330 kindergarten through fourth-grade students. The school receives a B-minus rating from Niche. Students attend B-minus-rated Goshen Intermediate School in fifth and sixth grades before moving to B-rated Goshen Junior High in seventh and eighth grades. B-rated Goshen High School is the city’s lone public high school.
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First Fridays are a monthly celebration
First Fridays have grown into Downtown Goshen’s signature monthly event - even during the frigid Northern Indiana winters. “It’s got a great atmosphere,” Logan says. “There’s art walks. Restaurants have specials. One month, they even converted the streets into volleyball courts.” Goshen Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Nick Kieffer says the January edition, which has an ice carving competition and chili cook-off, is the most well-attended First Friday of the year.U.S. 33 ideal for commuting to Elkhart
West Goshen is ideally situated for those who work in Elkhart but prefer living at Goshen’s smaller-town pace. Elkhart’s main industrial area, which leads the nation in manufacturing for the recreational vehicle industry, is about 9 miles northwest of the neighborhood. The Interurban Trolley Red Line, which connects Goshen and Elkhart, has multiple stops along U.S. 33 and Chicago Avenue. Goshen Hospital is 3 miles south of the neighborhood. South Bend International Airport is around 35 miles west of West Goshen.The Chief is a citywide summertime favorite
The bulk of Goshen’s shopping and dining is within a mile of the neighborhood, including a Kroger just blocks away. There are dozens of shops and restaurants along both U.S. Route 33 and Lincoln Avenue, as well as the Linway Cinema 14 movie theater. Popular dining options include Angel’s House of Pancakes and Hacienda Mexican Restaurant. From April through October, The Chief Ice Cream is frequently packed with long lines. Thrillist named The Chief one of America’s 31 best ice cream shops in 2018. Lincoln Avenue Cycling, Goshen’s only bicycle shop, is across the street from The Chief. And across the river in Downtown Goshen, there are more than 150 locally owned businesses and restaurants.
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On alert for tornadoes
Tornadoes are not taken lightly in Goshen, which suffered significant damage from F4 twisters in 1942 and 1965. Like other Goshen neighborhoods, West Goshen has tornado warning sirens that are regularly tested.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Denise Graham
Denise Graham
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Group
(574) 564-6869
128 Total Sales
1 in West Goshen
$225,000 Price
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Ray Smith
Ray Smith
Responds QuicklyAmerican Dream Team Real Estate Brokers
(260) 235-4695
155 Total Sales
1 in West Goshen
$223,600 Price
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Lisa Schrock
Lisa Schrock
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Elkhart
(574) 821-5332
474 Total Sales
4 in West Goshen
$80K - $352K Price Range
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Julie Hall
Julie Hall
Responds QuicklyPatton Hall Real Estate
(574) 766-7902
993 Total Sales
1 in West Goshen
$158,000 Price
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Annie Logan
Annie Logan
Century 21 Circle
(574) 206-4161
104 Total Sales
3 in West Goshen
$125K - $189K Price Range
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Dallas Barkman
Dallas Barkman
CENTURY 21 Bradley Realty, Inc
(574) 891-8167
99 Total Sales
1 in West Goshen
$128,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 9th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Shanklin Park
Mullet Park
Bakersfield Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Goshen | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Goshen Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Goshen, Goshen sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in West Goshen, Goshen over the last 12 months is $209,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$214,500
Median Sale Price
$209,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$214,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$104
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
410
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,578
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,361
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325
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
1,222
Median Age
37
Population under 18
27.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$59,031
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,883
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.7%
College Graduates
21.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.1%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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The vibrant and historic heart of Goshen, Indiana
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A walkable and diverse neighborhood near Chamberlain Elementary School
Clover Trails
A modern residential neighborhood near Goshen Junior High
East Lincoln Crossroads
Residential neighborhood with many historic homes just east of Downtown Goshen
Historic Southside
Historic houses and tall trees just south of downtown Goshen
Maplecrest
A quiet, residential Goshen neighborhood near Maplecrest Country Club
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