Twenty-two minutes away from downtown Indianapolis sits South Franklin, a neighborhood known for its appeal to those who want to live a suburban lifestyle but be close enough to commute to downtown with ease.
Homes within South Franklin range from split-level and ranch homes that were built in the 1970s to newer construction that was built in the early 2020s. The median listing price for a home in South Franklin is $349,450. Prospective buyers can expect to pay roughly $100,000 to $500,000 to live in South Franklin.
Students living within South Franklin can attend Mary Adams Elementary, which has an A-minus rating on Niche; Franklin Central Junior High, which has a B rating; and Franklin Central High, which has an A-minus rating. "People come here for access to the highly rated schools," says Devin Chaulk, Realtor with @properties. Juniors and seniors at Franklin Central High can enroll in the Central Nine Career Center to gain real-world work experience. Career paths range from health science to media and information technology.
Residents have access to a few eateries throughout the neighborhood. Flashbacks Family Bar & Grille is a great place to watch the game or have a chicken sandwich with fries. The Diablo Chicken is a popular choice, with breaded chicken breast, peppers, onions and jalapenos. Chicago’s Pizza is a popular chain within the Indiana and Kentucky region. Its signature Skyline pizza comes with sausage, pepperoni, mushroom, onion and green pepper. For starters, there's the freshly baked breadsticks. Dipping sauces range from the red sauce, cheddar cheese, nacho cheese or garlic butter. For burgers, there's Indy’s Burger Joint. Their namesake burger is topped with peanut butter, cheddar cheese and bacon and grilled jalapenos, which makes for a burst of flavor. It is one of their more popular burgers. Patrons may also swap the ground chuck patty for a turkey burger, chicken breast or veggie burger. For dessert, there's Paradise Mx, which specializes in Mexican ice cream and other treats. Options include the Mango De Leche, which is mango-flavored ice cream. There's also Queso con Zarzamora, which is blackberry cheesecake-flavored ice cream.
For recreation, residents are about a 17-minute drive from Southeastway Park. The 188-acre park features a paved bike path, an 80-acre forest and access to Buck Creek. The biggest draw of this park is its landscape, which ranges from flood plains to prairies. As visitors roam through the park, they'll encounter bluebirds, orioles and Canada geese. The 1.5-mile Creekside Trail gives access to Buck Creek. In the spring and summer, visitors may immerse themselves in the beauty of the wildflowers that bloom throughout the park. For little ones, there are two playgrounds. The smaller playground includes a jungle gym with slides and monkey bar rings. The much larger playground is where the excitement begins. From swings to climbing nets and several towers that include slides, kids are free to go where their imagination takes them. Every year in August, the park hosts Bug Fest, which celebrates the importance of bugs and insects in Indiana. There, residents learn more about the little critters they share a home with.
Bob Magiera
Hoosier Realtors
(930) 966-2273
84 Total Sales
1 in South Franklin
$370,000 Price
John Creamer
CENTURY 21 Scheetz
(833) 659-4482
165 Total Sales
1 in South Franklin
$380,000 Price
Tommy Johnson
@properties
(812) 408-1245
82 Total Sales
4 in South Franklin
$230K - $460K Price Range
Megan Kelly
F.C. Tucker Company
(463) 777-2389
78 Total Sales
1 in South Franklin
$199,900 Price
Chizuki Lothamer
@properties
(463) 205-0693
60 Total Sales
2 in South Franklin
$304K - $320K Price Range
Marcus Fillyaw
RE/MAX Advanced Realty
(785) 329-0165
41 Total Sales
1 in South Franklin
$293,800 Price
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Franklin | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
$1,230 - $1,850 per month
$999 - $1,564 per month
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Rural living in the outskirts of Indianapolis
A growing Indianapolis suburban area bordered by a pair of interstate highways
A once-rural neighborhood close to the excitement of the county fairgrounds
A small community known for its rural beauty
A multicultural bridge between Indianapolis and the south suburbs
A suburban community with small-town appeal and charm
