Avondale Meadows
Suburban Neighborhood in Indianapolis, Indiana
Marion County 46205, 46218
Renovated, reasonably priced midcentury homes
Avondale Meadows’ sidewalk-lined streets are filled with a variety of midcentury dwellings. Homebuyers will find Cape Cod cottages on unfenced, 700-square-foot lots. Two-to-three-bedroom bungalows and minimal traditional ranch styles also feature detached one-car garages. “The houses selling the quickest are recently renovated,” says Wild. “They start at a low price, so it’s a popular neighborhood for investors looking for a new project.” A house in Avondale Meadows typically costs between $90,000 and $200,000, a range slightly less than an Indianapolis home’s average $250,000 selling price.
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Fall Creek Greenway, Washington Park and a YMCA
Fall Creek and a portion of its 7-mile namesake trail spans the neighborhood’s western region. Hikers and bikers can explore the paved path, passing century-old bridges, canoe launches and limestone shores. Less than 1 mile away on East 34th Street, the 128-acre Washington Park is filled with outdoor adventure. Frisbee players can enjoy the 18-hold disc golf course, and hoopers can start a pickup game on the basketball courts. The green space also has ample playgrounds, a summertime splash park and numerous nature trails. Residents can access plenty of indoor recreation at the Avondale Meadows YMCA on Meadows Drive. The facility opened in 2013 and provides martial arts classes, a fitness center, a gymnasium and childcare.
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Indianapolis Public Schools and numerous charter options
Children can attend kindergarten through fourth grade at Avondale Meadows Academy, which has an overall D grade from Niche. In 2017, the Avondale Meadows Middle School opened on the same campus. Accompanying its C-plus academic grade, the school has multiple initiatives to ensure students are efficient in the core curriculum. For instance, each language arts class begins with a writer’s workshop or quiet reading time. Lastly, students may attend B-graded Shortridge High School, which offers the state's only public International Baccalaureate program. The neighborhood also has a few other charter secondary schools, including GEO Next Generation High School and Charles A. Tindley Accelerated School.
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Easy access to the Indiana State Fair
For 18 days between July and August, the 250-acre parcel directly west of Avondale Meadows is home to the Indiana State Fair. Visitors can ride the Ferris wheel at the amusement park, step back in time at the Pioneer Village, sip Indiana-made beer in The TapRoom and more. With outdoor stages and exhibition halls, the site hosts concerts and agriculture shows throughout the year.Ample interstate access and a quick drive from downtown Indianapolis
While Avondale Meadows is less than 3 miles from Interstate 70 and Interstate 65, drivers don’t have to hop on the highway to reach downtown Indianapolis. A 6-mile trip south on East Fall Creek Parkway leads to the city’s core. Bus Riders will also find various IndyGo stops sprinkled along Meadows Drive.Convenience to The Shops at Avondale Meadows and North Keystone Avenue
The Shops at Avondale Meadows along East 38th Street were constructed in 2016, adding a Save A Lot grocery store, a Goodwill and a Walgreens to the area. Foodies will also find numerous classic Indianapolis eateries on North Keystone Avenue, including King Ribs Bar-B-Q. Since 1990, the drive-through has served smoked meats and side dishes like potato salad and baked beans. Jamaican Breeze is known for its tropical-themed atmosphere, jerk chicken wings and oxtail smothered in scotch bonnet sauce. Other big-box retailers like Target, Old Navy and Lowe’s Home Improvement are only about 3 miles north in the Glendale Town Center on the same thoroughfare.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sara Thacker
Sara Thacker
eXp Realty, LLC
(866) 954-7048
89 Total Sales
1 in Avondale Meadows
$55,000 Price
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Jackie Lovell
Jackie Lovell
New Quantum Realty Group
(888) 604-4259
159 Total Sales
3 in Avondale Meadows
$30K - $224K Price Range
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Don Harrington
Don Harrington
F.C. Tucker Company
(317) 676-3380
201 Total Sales
1 in Avondale Meadows
$105,000 Price
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Don Wilder
Don Wilder
Berkshire Hathaway Home
(463) 219-2353
163 Total Sales
1 in Avondale Meadows
$152,000 Price
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Jamesha Norwood
Jamesha Norwood
eXp Realty, LLC
(888) 619-0934
83 Total Sales
2 in Avondale Meadows
$150K - $170K Price Range
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Justin Capps
Justin Capps
Ferris Property Group
(833) 590-2099
144 Total Sales
4 in Avondale Meadows
$50K - $206K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Douglass Park
George Washington Park
Park Avenue Pocket Park
Arsenal Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Roselawn Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Avondale Meadows | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Avondale Meadows Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Avondale Meadows, Indianapolis sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Avondale Meadows, Indianapolis over the last 12 months is $115,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$129,950
Median Sale Price
$115,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$122,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$202,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$144,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
81
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$112
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,116
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Median Year Built
1947
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,341
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
996
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,007
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,521
Median Age
35
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,615
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$39,141
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.2%
College Graduates
13.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
% Population in Labor Force
50.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
54
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39
/ 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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