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A reinvigorated neighborhood near the old Central State Hospital
Hawthorne is a historically working-class Indianapolis neighborhood that developed around the campus of Central State Hospital during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Originally Indiana's lone psychiatric hospital, Central State closed in 1994, which is when Hawthorne’s reinvention began. The former hospital's campus is the site of new housing developments that are changing the face of this west side community. “Hawthorne is seeing action from those who are looking for affordable housing,” says Susan Forrest, a Realtor with United Real Estate Indianapolis.
Easy access to downtown, I-70 a factor in revival
Hawthorne’s location is a factor in its ongoing renewal. The neighborhood is just over a mile from where the Washington Street Bridge crosses the White River to the sight of Victory Field and Downtown Indianapolis. And while much of Indy isn’t public transit-friendly, this is not the case here. IndyGo’s bus depot is located on Washington Street, and the No. 8 route connects directly to downtown. The neighborhood is also about a mile north of Interstate 70, making it possible to get to Indianapolis International Airport, about 20 miles away, in around 20 minutes.
Diverse selection of old and new housing serves population
Hawthorne has several housing options. About half of the residents rent while single-family homes represent a variety of styles. Areas where the neighborhood originally developed have American Foursquares, bungalows and Craftsman styles. The former Central State campus features townhouses and colorful single-family homes built in the 2020s. Though the newer houses are somewhat isolated from the original part of the neighborhood, the new development is spurring a wave of renovation. "The Old Central State Campus has quickly become an anchor for the surrounding area,” Forrest says. “Many of the homes are benefiting by being rehabbed and seeing a renewed future.” Fixer-uppers start for around $80,000 here and turnkey houses begin around $110,000. The neighborhood’s newer townhouses and homes start around $290,000 and can sell for up to $350,000.
Hawthorne is seeing action from those who are looking for affordable housing.
Recently built townhomes are also a very popular housing option in Hawthorne.
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George Washington High features partnership with Eli Lilly
Students in Hawthorne are zoned for The PATH School at Stephen Foster School 67, a public charter school for kindergarten through eighth grade. It receives a D-minus rating from Niche. George Washington High School, which has the lowest enrollment among IPS high schools with 800 students, is located in Hawthorne. It earns a C-plus rating and is home to three specialized academies: business and finance, advanced manufacturing and information technology. The school partners with Indianapolis corporations like Eli Lilly, which offers paid internships to successful students. Legacy Learning Center, an unrated K-12 Islamic school, is also in the neighborhood. St. Anthony Catholic School is also available. St. Anthony isn't currently graded, but it feeds into A-rated Cardinal Ritter High on Indy’s far west side.
George Washington Community High School is a public high school in Hawthorne.
The Path School goes above and beyond to educate and grow young learners in Hawthorne.
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A neighborhood of multiple parks just west of Indianapolis Zoo
Along with new housing opportunities, the former Central State campus is home to new recreational opportunities like the Central Green Field, which features a track around the turf field used for football and soccer. Hawthorne Park has a playground, baseball diamond, basketball court and walking trail. Murals on garages surrounding the park accent the recreational space. Max Bahr Park's 10 acres include two soccer fields and a playground. Hawthorne is also just a mile from one of the city’s most beloved attractions: the Indianapolis Zoo.
Come shoot some hoops on even the coldest days in Hawthorne Park.
Children love coming to the Indianapolis Zoo near Hawthorne to see the reptiles.
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Workingman's Friend has lived up to the name for more than a century
Hawthorne’s original spirit is best summed up by its most enduring neighborhood institution: Workingman’s Friend. The bar and grill has survived two pandemics, Prohibition and a Great Depression. Operating since 1918, the unassuming one-story brick and cinder block building with block windows is known for its smashburgers and pork tenderloin sandwiches. A string of Mexican and Salvadorean restaurants on Washington Street provides diverse tastes of the neighborhood’s modern flavor. Mansion Society, housed in one of the few surviving Central State buildings, is a popular neighborhood coffee shop. There is a Kroger north of the neighborhood, as well as two supermercados on Washington Street.
Come gather for a quick lunch at Working Man's Friend, a beloved Hawthorne eatery.
The neighborhood Kroger in Hawthorne gives residents a convenient place to purchase essential goods.
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Hawthorne Community Center helps with neighborhood needs
Hawthorne Community Center has served the neighborhood since the 1920s and still plays a vital role. The community center is a United Way agency offering social programming for children and seniors as well as financial education and high school equivalency programs for adults. The neighborhood is also convenient for attending events at Indianapolis Zoo such as Christmas at The Zoo. Now a common event at zoos around the world, Indianapolis Zoo was the first to feature a holiday light show, an annual tradition dating back to 1967.
Crime score above average, but IMPD stationed nearby
Hawthorne receives an overall CAP Index crime score of 7, higher than the national average of 4. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department’s Southwest Division precinct is a block north of the neighborhood, and the mounted patrol’s barn is located on the Central State Campus next to the Indiana Medical History Museum.
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On average, homes in Hawthorne, Indianapolis sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Hawthorne, Indianapolis over the last 12 months is $209,900, down 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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