Hawthorne
Suburban Neighborhood in Indianapolis, Indiana
Marion County 46222
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.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.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.
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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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lori Choate
Lori Choate
CHOATE REALTY & Consulting
(844) 442-8772
82 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$110,000 Price
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Luci Chalian
Luci Chalian
CENTURY 21 Scheetz
(617) 719-3990
94 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$350,000 Price
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Mario Soriano
Mario Soriano
BluPrint Real Estate Group
(877) 719-3653
28 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$295,000 Price
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Chuck Pennington
Chuck Pennington
Victor & Valor Property Group
(833) 479-1759
139 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$185,000 Price
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Jackie Lovell
Jackie Lovell
New Quantum Realty Group
(888) 604-4259
159 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$64,000 Price
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Lori Davis Smith
Lori Davis Smith
Highgarden Real Estate
(833) 341-7685
147 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$175,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Stringtown Park Playground
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Ridenour Park
- Playground
Max Bahr Park
Indianola Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Denver Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Rev Mozel Sanders Park
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hawthorne | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hawthorne Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hawthorne, Indianapolis sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Hawthorne, Indianapolis over the last 12 months is $209,900, down 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$229,000
Median Sale Price
$209,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$211,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$242,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-28%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$149
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
996
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1910
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,628
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,614
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,349
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356
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
4,205
Median Age
33
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,063
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,759
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
59.1%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
7.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.8%
% Population in Labor Force
68.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 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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