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Oak Park

Oak Park

Suburban Neighborhood in Jeffersonville, Indiana

Clark County 47130

$255,192 Average Value
$165 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

It’s all in the name

Set in between the Lewis and Clark and the Abraham Lincoln bridges along the Ohio River, the quiet neighborhood of Oak Park is well named. Filled with old-growth oak trees towering over homes, and with parks sprinkled throughout, it’s a residential community that workers can come home to at the end of the day. “It’s an easy commute to the bridges that can take you to Kentucky,” says Samantha Hernandez, Realtor and Team Lead of HDZ Group with RE/MAX First. This is great for folks who want to hold onto their Hoosier heritage but take advantage of the jobs in and around Louisville. The added bonus of living along the Ohio River means that those who want to spend their time on the water don’t have far to go, with public put-in spots as well as homes featuring private docks.
The Oak Park neighborhood is well named for the towering Oak trees.
The Oak Park neighborhood is well named for the towering Oak trees.
One hundred foot Oak trees line the streets of the Oak Park neighborhood.
One hundred foot Oak trees line the streets of the Oak Park neighborhood.
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River life

“Duffy’s Landing is a public boat ramp where people can get into the Ohio River, you can walk there from anywhere in the neighborhood,” Hernandez notes. Oak Park is boating-friendly, making the most of the location right on the river. Boaters, set skiers, anglers, kayakers and so many more make their way to the shores in good weather. Some folks throw a picnic lunch together and take in the activity from the picnic tables overlooking the river. Plenty of residents keep their toys in their driveway – “There’s no HOA there, it’s pretty relaxed, folks there want to have boats and store them on their property.”

Traditional 20th-century homes in Southern Indiana

“It’s an established neighborhood,” says Hernandez, “Homes there retain value well.” She notes that many of the homes were built in the mid-to-late twentieth century, mostly in the 50s and 60s. This means the trees shade the typical architecture of the period – split-levels and bi-levels with hints of traditional, Colonial-revival and Federal design, as well as sprawling ranch-style homes for single-story living. Mild updates are common in older homes, and every property features off-street parking as well as spacious yards for picnics and play. The majority of homes sell for between $175,000 and $325,000, with newer builds fetching up to $500,000. Turnover here is quick, as homes sell in less than half the national average time on the market.
Forest Park is towered over by mature Oak trees.
Forest Park is towered over by mature Oak trees.

Towering trees define the neighborhood

Numerous parks dot the side streets of Oak Park, each with different amenities. Throckmorton Park has a small play area and a pair of tennis courts, while Sylvan Park features a basketball court alongside a lily-covered pond, as well as a play area and open green space. Befittingly, Forest Park is towered over by hundred-foot-tall oak trees, sheltering picnic tables and a modern play area. Residents can head just outside of the neighborhood to the Jeffersonville Aquatic Center, the community’s public swimming pool and a public summer gathering spot.

Eating and shopping just outside of Oak Park

As the neighborhood is almost purely residential, residents have to make a drive to get to dining and shops. “You have to go up to 10th street, that’s where they have a bunch of new restaurants, a Kroger, Starbucks, retail,” says Hernandez. Many of these are national franchises and chains, but she says there are a few locally owned gems, like Kabuki Hibachi and Ramen, where they serve traditional Japanese fare, or Star Sushi, where sushi is the star. A few small, local niche shops bring some fun to the party like Madhouse of Bricks, where they stock Legos new and old, and Horner Novelty Co, a mom-and-pop party store with supplies, decorations and everything else needed to get the fun started.
Kabuki Hibachi and Ramen is where they serve traditional Japanese fare near Oak Park.
Kabuki Hibachi and Ramen is where they serve traditional Japanese fare near Oak Park.
Oak Park residents grocery shop at Kroger for convenience.
Oak Park residents grocery shop at Kroger for convenience.
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Bridge options to get to Louisville

Oak Park offers some walkability within the neighborhood, and the calm, shaded streets lend themselves to biking, but residents need a car to get around. Sitting directly between Route 65 and Route 265, residents have options for crossing into Louisville. Route 65 is the best option for residents grabbing a flight out of the region, as it goes directly to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, a 12-mile drive that usually takes around 30 minutes. Emergency services for the neighborhood aren’t as far off, roughly 5 miles away at Norton Clark Hospital in downtown Jeff.
Clark Memorial Hospital is a convenient medical option for Oak Park residents.
Clark Memorial Hospital is a convenient medical option for Oak Park residents.
Residents of Oak Park enjoy the Big Four Walking Bridge to venture into Louisville.
Residents of Oak Park enjoy the Big Four Walking Bridge to venture into Louisville.
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A school that’s a destination for budding thespians

“The elementary school is in the middle of the neighborhood, which is really nice and convenient,” Hernandez points out. Quite a few students can walk the wide sidewalks to Riverside Elementary School, which is rated a B-minus by Niche. Parkview Middle School, home to grades six through eight, also receives a B-minus, while Jeffersonville High School earns a B grade. Jeffersonville’s theatre program is highly regarded, with seven shows having been performed at the International Thespian Festival, with one even progressing to the Fringe Festival in Scotland. Sacred Heart Catholic School, just outside the neighborhood, offers Catholic schooling for kindergarten through eighth grade.
Parkview Middle School is a public school with 731 students near Oak Park.
Parkview Middle School is a public school with 731 students near Oak Park.
Riverview Elementary School sits in the heart of the Oak Park neighborhood.
Riverview Elementary School sits in the heart of the Oak Park neighborhood.
Jeffersonville High School in the Charlestown area scored a B on niche.com.
Jeffersonville High School in the Charlestown area scored a B on niche.com.
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A can’t-miss week of festivities

Hernandez mentions that the neighborhood does a National Night Out every year, bringing food trucks and more to a local park. Beyond that, many residents head to downtown Jeff for the weekly Jeffersonville Farmers Market that runs from June through October, free concerts at Warder Park, and seasonal events like the 4th of July Parade and the annual Holiday Open House that highlights small, local businesses. Of course, the week-long festivities of the Kentucky Derby Festival, just across the river, are a yearly highlight.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Louisville Muhammad Ali International

29 min drive

Bus

Middle & Pebble Creek

Bus

Middle & Old Creek

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Oak Park US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Oak Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$238,450
Median Sale Price
$227,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$239,792
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$167,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
83
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$165

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,256
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,696
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,224
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,198
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
775
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
5,599
Median Age
40
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$75,737
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,042

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.9%
% Population in Labor Force
65.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
11''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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