Homecroft is a small town in the shadow of the big city
Just 4 miles from downtown is a neighborhood that prides itself on its close-knit community. Homecroft was established in 1923 after World War I. “It feels like you are in a small town even though you are in the shadow of the big city,” says Leticia Latinovich, Realtor with Keller Williams Indy Metro South.
Homecroft is bound by South Madison Avenue to the west and East Street to the east.
Long's Bakery is a well-known and beloved bakery located near Homecroft.
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Houses range from ranch-style to Colonial Revival homes
Houses in Homecroft range from ranch-style homes to Colonial Revival homes. Most of these homes were built from the 1920s to the 1940s. With this development came the installation of sidewalks and the planting of maple trees. Those living in the community are usually long-term residents, making it difficult to find a home for sale within the neighborhood. Prospective buyers can purchase a ranch-style home built in the 1940s with three bedrooms and two baths for $265,000. The median listing price for a home in Homecroft is $262,495.
Homecroft is full of midcentury homes, many of which are ranch-style.
Ranch-style homes with two car garages are often found around the Homecroft neighborhood.
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Students may attend Homecroft Elementary and Southport schools
Students living in Homecroft attend Homecroft Elementary, Southport Middle and Southport High, which has an overall B rating on Niche.com. Students at Southport High can attend Central Nine Career Center. There, students can get a better idea of the careers they want to pursue after graduation. Pathways include construction and landscaping, media and information technology, health sciences and human services.
Homecroft Elementary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 17:1 in Homecroft.
Southport Middle School teaches Homecroft students from grades 6-8.
Southport High School in Homecroft has a 77% graduation rate.
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Dining scene has cafes, doughnuts and Asian cuisines
Homecroft residents have a few notable restaurants a few minutes away from the neighborhood. The Mocha Nut Coffee Shop is where residents come in to meet new and old friends. They are also known for their seasonal drinks. Summer Send Off is made with strawberry juice and coconut cream. For an added touch, a freeze-dried strawberry sits at the top of this refreshing drink. One of their most popular drinks is the Cafe Miel, which includes raw honey, ground cinnamon, or and steamed milk. For something sweet, order one of their No-Bake cookies. These homemade cookies are chewy oatmeal cookies with a taste of peanut butter and chocolate. Long’s Bakery is an Indianapolis staple that is always worth the trip. You can see the high demand of their Glazed Yeast Donuts by the line the wraps around the store. Other notable items are their chocolate eclairs and chocolate-covered cake donuts. This bakery is cash-only. Burmese Restaurant is a go-to for Chinese, Indian and Thai dishes. For dinner, have the Pineapple Fried Rice or the Fried Rice with your choice of beef, chicken, pork and vegetables. For groceries, there is a Kroger on Madison Avenue.
The Mocha Nut Coffee Shop in Homecroft has great coffee and fresh baked goods.
Some of the best donuts in town can be found at Long's Donuts in Homecroft.
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Recreational amenities range from playground to skating rink
There are a few parks near Homecroft. Southport Park features a basketball court, a shelter for picnics and a playground with seesaws, slides, a merry-go-round and swings. Gray Park is where residents can appreciate the natural landscape of their community. The park features a pond and a natural trail that sits beside Little Buck Creek. Perry Park is a few miles away from Homecroft. The park has a skating rink, outdoor pool with a large slide, basketball and tennis courts and sports fields.
Southport Park is a public park with basketball courts located near the Homecroft neighborhood.
Perry Park features a pool and is situated on the city's south side near Homecroft.
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