International Marketplace
A world of shopping and dining options gives International Marketplace its flavor
The transition from Lafayette Square to International Marketplace began organically. Over the years, waves of migrants came from around the world, opening mom-and-pop shops and turning the area into a global melting pot. Today, more than 100 languages are spoken in this 2.5-square-mile area. The amalgam of cultures fosters a richly diverse community, wealth of commerce and extensive dining options — more than 120 global restaurants and 40 grocery stores in all. “Whatever you want, it’s in this area,” Clark says. “On one block, you can experience Ethiopian, Mexican and Greek, and down the street, you might get some Nigerian, Chinese, or Indian.” In addition, Aldi, Meijer and Walmart Supercenter are in the neighborhood.
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Pike Township Schools serve neighborhood
Most kids in International Marketplace attend schools within the Metropolitan School District of Pike Township, which serves over 400 international students from 41 countries and has an A grade for diversity from Niche. Deer Run Elementary School serves kindergarten through fifth grade and feeds Guion Creek Middle School for sixth through eighth grade. Both schools have C-ratings. Pike High School has a B-plus rating and is No. 10 in Niche’s Standout High Schools in Indiana. Some students in the southern part of the neighborhood are in the Indianapolis Public Schools District, which lets parents choose among between 12 and 15 zoned programs and schools.
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Indy's Global Village a neighborhood attraction
Opened in 2021, Indy’s Global Village is a 46,000-square foot museum and welcome center representing the city's many cultures. “We needed to create a place that celebrates everybody,” Clark says. “And now we have a museum and retail hub representing over 160 countries.” Global Village hosts the neighborhood’s signature event, Taste the Difference Festival, with music, performances and food from a variety of cultures. “The festival and community help others realize that we are different, but we have more in common than our differences,” Clark says.
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The beauty of Eagle Creek Park is nearby
The OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA, built in 2018, exemplifies the coalition’s advocacy for community improvement. The organization was also instrumental in relocating the Indianapolis Public Library Eagle Branch to the neighborhood in 2019. Nearby Eagle Creek Park, one of the nation’s largest city parks, boasts a marina, beach, miles of hiking trails, wildlife discovery centers and several playgrounds. The neighborhood also includes Skateland, a roller skating rink with an arcade, and the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Indianapolis.
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Homes sell for less than the Indianapolis median
The median home price in International Marketplace is around $130,000 below the average for the Indianapolis area. Ranch-style homes are predominant, although split-levels, Colonial Revivals and condos are also in the mix. Recent sales of single-family homes range between $130,000 and $310,000, with some homeowners paying monthly HOA fees. Condo prices range from $100,000 to $200,000, with monthly fees typically between $155 and $235. Though retailers on busy Lafayette Road are the heart of the neighborhood, houses are set off in subdivisions with winding streets.
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Conveniently located at junction of I-65 and I-465
International Marketplace is about 8 miles northwest of Downtown Indianapolis near the junction of interstates 65 and 465. Chicago is roughly three hours northwest on 65. Neighborhood residents have a 13-mile straight shot south to Indianapolis International Airport on 465. International Marketplace is also 5 miles north of Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which hosts more than 300,000 spectators for the Indianapolis 500 each May. The neighborhood is car-dependent, but the IndyGo 38 bus has stops on 38th Street and North High School Road.
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Noise a factor in busy neighborhood
Bordered by two interstates and 38th Street, International Marketplace residents may hear considerable traffic noise.
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Alex Hickey
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Leyton Wellbaum
Leyton Wellbaum
Highgarden Real Estate
(877) 621-5856
217 Total Sales
1 in International Marketplace
$73,000 Price
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Chizuki Lothamer
Chizuki Lothamer
@properties
(463) 205-0693
60 Total Sales
1 in International Marketplace
$152,000 Price
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Monique Bledsoe
Monique Bledsoe
True Property Management
(877) 850-5149
100 Total Sales
2 in International Marketplace
$160K - $195K Price Range
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Leslie Luebcke
Leslie Luebcke
Pursuit Realty, LLC
(855) 841-5139
75 Total Sales
1 in International Marketplace
$200,000 Price
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Chuck Pennington
Chuck Pennington
Victor & Valor Property Group
(833) 479-1759
138 Total Sales
1 in International Marketplace
$190,000 Price
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Laura O'Connor
Laura O'Connor
CENTURY 21 Scheetz
(844) 936-2350
62 Total Sales
1 in International Marketplace
$120,000 Price
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
Eagle Creek Park
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Trails
Gordon Gilmer Park
Gustafson Park
Gateway West Park
Bowman Park
Faculty & 34th Park
Northwestway Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Pool
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | International Marketplace | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
International Marketplace Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in International Marketplace, Indianapolis sell after 2 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in International Marketplace, Indianapolis over the last 12 months is $335,000.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$550,000
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$550,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$306,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$293
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,448
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Median Year Built
1976
Months of Supply
12.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,549
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,584
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,347
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
807
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Tuesday, Jul 298am - 7pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,000 - $1,700 per month
- Eagle’s Edge
- 1-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 672+ Sq Ft
- 4301 Falcon Creek Blvd
- Indianapolis, IN
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$894 - $1,224 per month
- The Life at Northwest Gardens
- 1-4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 550+ Sq Ft
- 5816 W 38th St
- Indianapolis, IN
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
12,545
Median Age
32
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,402
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,257
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.4%
College Graduates
20.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
% Population in Labor Force
75.2%
Above 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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32
/ 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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