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Canal-White River

Canal-White River

$613,310 Average Value
$281 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Canal-White River is the heart of downtown Indianapolis’s outdoor activities

Canal-White River Downtown, located at the heart of Indianapolis, serves as the central artery for the city’s outdoor activities and scenic water views. The neighborhood is centered around a three-mile urban canal walk that flows seamlessly into White River State Park. This picturesque area is popular for casual strolls, scenic biking, and the Indianapolis skyline. "It was a great area to go for a walk, as you could overlook the city and explore artwork along the path," says Lawson Martin, a resident of the area.
Enjoy a leisurely walk along Canal-White River Downtown with the Indianapolis skyline.
Enjoy a leisurely walk along Canal-White River Downtown with the Indianapolis skyline.
Enjoy scenic biking along Canal-White River Downtown's trails.
Enjoy scenic biking along Canal-White River Downtown's trails.
Meet a friendly duck on your stroll through Canal-White River Downtown.
Meet a friendly duck on your stroll through Canal-White River Downtown.
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Canal-White River offers a mix of modern and historic homes with skyline views

Housing in Canal-White River Downtown features modern three-story homes built in the early 2000s that resemble beach houses and offer both canal and skyline views. These homes, vary, with prices ranging between $900,000 to $975,000. Off-water homes with similar modern features can cost between $600,000 to $800,000. On the north side of the canal, homes including bungalows, Colonial Revivals, and Victorians from the early 1900s, range from $300,000 to $500,000. The median home price in the area is $680,000. It’s important to note that the neighborhood has a CAP crime score of 10, more than double the national average of 4.
Enjoy picturesque canal views from this single-family home in Canal-White River Downtown.
Enjoy picturesque canal views from this single-family home in Canal-White River Downtown.
Canal-White River Downtown offers a picturesque single-family community along the canal walk.
Canal-White River Downtown offers a picturesque single-family community along the canal walk.
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Dinner and gondola rides at Fresco Italian Café

Many restaurants in the area are located on the first floors of mixed-use apartment buildings with waterfront views. Fresco Italian Café is a local favorite, known for its flatbread pizza, Italian ice, and gelato. The restaurant offers a gondola ride down the canal. Black Leaf Vegan Café and Burgeezy are both famous for their plant-based dishes, including meat-free burgers. The district is also home to a Kroger and a Needler's Fresh Market. Monumental Circle provides additional dining and departments store retail less than a mile away, including the Circle Centre Mall.
Indulge in plant-based delights at Black Leaf, a vegan restaurant in Canal-White River Downtown.
Indulge in plant-based delights at Black Leaf, a vegan restaurant in Canal-White River Downtown.
Fresco Italian Deli brings a slice of Italy to Canal-White River Downtown's culinary scene.
Fresco Italian Deli brings a slice of Italy to Canal-White River Downtown's culinary scene.
Treat yourself to a mouthwatering vegan bacon cheeseburger in Canal-White River Downtown.
Treat yourself to a mouthwatering vegan bacon cheeseburger in Canal-White River Downtown.
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Indianapolis Marathon among many annual events

Canal-White River is a hub for events and attractions throughout the year. The neighborhood hosts 15,000 runners for the annual Indianapolis Marathon, which starts and finishes in the area. The nearby Indianapolis Zoo, located across the street from White River State Park, holds special events such as Christmas in the Zoo, which includes Santa's Village and a light display. Sports fans can catch an Indianapolis Indians minor league baseball game at Victory Field or cheer on the Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Join the community at the annual Monumental Marathon in Canal-White River Downtown.
Join the community at the annual Monumental Marathon in Canal-White River Downtown.
Explore the rich heritage of the American West at Eiteljorg Museum in Canal-White River Downtown
Explore the rich heritage of the American West at Eiteljorg Museum in Canal-White River Downtown
Explore the animal kingdom within Canal-White River Downtown at the Indianapolis Zoo.
Explore the animal kingdom within Canal-White River Downtown at the Indianapolis Zoo.
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Where excellence meets education, Crispus Attucks High School in Canal-White River Downtown.
Where excellence meets education, Crispus Attucks High School in Canal-White River Downtown.

White River State Park and the Canal Walk offer serene green spaces

The Canal Walk is a popular destination in Indianapolis. This tree-lined pathway features water fountains, bridges, and pedal boating. The walk leads to White River State Park, where visitors can cross a pedestrian bridge to the Indianapolis Zoo, explore the Central White River Trail, or enjoy events at the Everwise Amphitheater.

Children can play at the Indianapolis Colts Canal Playplace, which features rope structures, rock walls, and a tall slide.

White River State Park also offers attractions such as the interactive NCAA Hall of Champions and the Central White River Trail. The park also holds concerts at the Everwise Amphitheater.

I-65, I-70 intersect nearby

The district offers access to key transportation routes. Major thoroughfares such as South West Street, North West Street, and 10th Street provide vital connections within the neighborhood. Interstate 65, running north-south, and Interstate 70, running east-west, intersect nearby, offering quick access to different parts of the city. The IndyGo bus system serves the neighborhood.

Canal-White River offers a range of educational opportunities

Students from kindergarten to eighth grade are zoned to Washington Irving School 14, with the flexibility to apply to other schools within Indianapolis Public Schools through a lottery system. For high school, students may attend Crispus Attucks High School, rated C-plus by Niche, which specializes in STEM and healthcare studies. Another option is Herron-Riverside High School, rated A-minus by Niche and ranked as the third-best charter high school in Indiana, known for its strong focus on college preparation.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Indianapolis International

27 min drive

Bus

Mlk St & Walnut St

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Senate Ave & New York St

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Ohio St & Capitol Ave

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Washington St & Victory Field - 800 W

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Maryland St & Missouri St

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Washington St & Senate Ave

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Statehouse Station Sb

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Canal-White River US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 10 4
Assault with Weapon 8 4
Robbery 10 4
Burglary 10 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 10 4
Larceny 10 4
Crime Score 10 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Canal-White River Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$437,490
Median Sale Price
$437,490
Median Single Family Sale Price
$427,218
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$281

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
72
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,668
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,061
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,953
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,129
Median Age
30
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
3.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$92,997
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$116,339

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.7%
College Graduates
87.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
49.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76.4%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

53 / 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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