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A stone's throw across the river from Downtown Goshen
Just a mile from downtown and even closer to a busy commercial corridor on the west side of the Elkhart River, West Goshen is a residential neighborhood that provides residents plenty of convenience. The presence of West Goshen Elementary School, plus multiple parks and churches within walking distance, helps make the area a popular place for Goshen families to settle. “Everything’s pretty centrally located,” says Annie Logan, a broker with Century 21. “It’s an easy commute to pretty much everywhere from West Goshen.”
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.
Craftsman bungalow-style homes can be found in the West Goshen neighborhood.
Ranch-style homes are common in the West Goshen 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.
West Goshen Elementary provides a walkable school for many of its West Goshen students.
Goshen High School offers the neighborhoods of Goshen a dynamic learning environment.
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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.
Thrillist named West Goshen's The Chief one of America’s 31 best ice cream shops in 2018.
Those who are hungry in West Goshen can stop by Angel’s House of Pancakes for some breakfast.
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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.
Bakersfield Park is a small West Goshen neighborhood park with a playground and other amenities.
Black Squirrel Golf Club is an 18-hole course just south of West Goshen.
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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.
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.
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.
The City of Goshen Fire Department tests the city's tornado sirens periodically.
The Goshen Fire Department activates the city's tornado sirens when necessary.
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Parks in this Area
Shanklin Park
Mullet Park
Bakersfield Park
Transit
Airport
South Bend International
52 min drive
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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Goshen, Goshen sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in West Goshen, Goshen over the last 12 months is $215,785, up 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in Goshen! With several updates already in place, this home offers a full unfinished basement ready for your personal touch. Enjoy the fully fenced backyard, complete with a deck and storage shed—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The attached 1-car garage adds everyday convenience. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this
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This cozy home features 1 spacious bedroom and 2 full baths with a finished basement, perfect for additional living or entertaining space. Enjoy the privacy of a fenced in backyard, ideal for pets or gatherings, plus a 2-car detached garage for storage and parking. Nestled on 3 city lots, this property offers room to grow garden or simply enjoy extra outdoor space. Driveway is shared/owned
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
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.
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