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Homecroft

Homecroft

Located in Marion County

$284,330 Average Value

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Middle School teaches Homecroft students from grades 6-8.
Southport High School in Homecroft has a 77% graduation rate.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Perry Park features a pool and is situated on the city's south side near Homecroft.
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Area Facts

Number of Homes
4
Median Year Built
1940
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,967
Significantly above the national average
1,929
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,086

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Homecroft Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
693
Median Age
41
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$71,833
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$99,678

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.5%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
38.4%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.1%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
16''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®®

53 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

42 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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