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A city address with county schools
Two major factors make Vinton Woods a desirable neighborhood in southern Kokomo. One is the neighborhood’s proximity to Community Howard Regional Health hospital. The other is that although Vinton Woods features a Kokomo address and city services, it’s zoned for the outlying Western School Corporation. “Vinton Woods is in a very good school district,” says Cyndi Dieterman, agent for The Key Team. “And that makes it wanted.”
Vinton Woods offers suburban amenities with close proximity to nature.
Western High School, in nearby Russiaville, is where VInton Woods teens go to school.
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Mid-century ranches and mature trees
The housing stock in Vinton Woods is predominantly mid-century ranches built over concrete slabs or crawl spaces. While there is near uniformity in style, the construction material is varied, with a mix of brick, vinyl siding or brick-and-vinyl houses. Most lots feature mature trees in the yards. “Vinton Woods is really good for first-time buyers,” says Charise Goodnight, Realtor with RE/Max Realty One. “They're very affordable. And if they need work, they’re easy to fix up.” Prices in the neighborhood range from around $125,000 to 190,000.
Ranch homes are the most common house style in Vinton Woods.
A Vinton Woods ranch, shows off a brick and vinyl facade, shaded by a tall tree.
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Western School Corporation is highly regarded
All four Western School Corporation schools are situated on the same campus west of the city near unincorporated Russiaville. Students begin at K-2 Western Primary School, which earns a B-rating on Niche. They move on to B-plus-rated Western Intermediate School for Grades 3-5 before attending A-minus-rated Western Middle School. B-plus-rated Western High is an Indiana power in several activities. The marching band has won 19 state championships over the decades. In athletics, Western won the Class 3A state wrestling championship in 2019 and 2023 and the state softball title in 2024.
Western Intermediate School, in Russiaville, has a an overall Niche rating of B.
Western Middle School, in Russiaville, welcomes Vinton Woods middle schoolers.
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Easy to get around
Vinton Woods features sidewalks throughout the neighborhood and is also bike-friendly. Bike lanes on Webster Street head south towards Jackson Morrow Park. On weekdays, the Kokomo City Trolley Red Line stops on Southway Boulevard. Community Howard Regional Health is less than a mile from the neighborhood, making it a convenient neighborhood for hospital employees. Chrysler's Kokomo transmission plant, another major local employer, is 2 miles from Vinton Woods. Downtown Kokomo is 4 miles north of the neighborhood, and State Road 931 leads 30 miles south to Westfield and the outskirts of Indianapolis.
Close to Jackson Morrow Park
“A big draw is the proximity to Jackson Morrow Park,” Goodnight says. The 100-acre park, less than a mile south of the neighborhood, is Kokomo’s largest and features an extensive trail system. Morrow Park also has a skate park, sand volleyball courts, and a play area shaped like Indiana’s state outline. Kirkendall Interpretive Nature Center, also located at Morrow Park, features exhibits highlighting native Indiana turtle and frog species and offers regular educational programming.
Jackson Morrow Park, in Kokomo, is a great place to catch up with friends.
Jackson Morrow Park is a large park in Kokomo, just outside of Vinton Woods.
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Sourdough pizzas and delicious donuts
Vinton Woods is near many of the most popular shopping and dining locations on Kokomo’s south side. Stoney’s Sourdough Pizza Co. makes pizzas on fermented sourdough that’s made in-house daily. Jack’s Donuts of Kokomo has made are mornings right since 1961.Grindstone Charley’s is another area eatery that has been in business for over 40 years. Kroger and Sunspot Natural Market provide the neighborhood with a pair of grocery options.
Grindstone Charley's is a hopping spot for lunch or dinner, in Vinton Woods.
Vinton Woods residents order boxes of donuts from Jack's, for their coworkers.
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Family-friendly seasonal events
Jackson Morrow Park hosts several popular events around Halloween, including a pumpkin painting contest, the Monster Mash Bash Fall Festival, and the Haunted Trail Walk. The park also hosts summer science camps and one of Kokomo's most unique events -- the Adult Easter Egg Hunt.
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On average, homes in Vinton Woods, Kokomo sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Vinton Woods, Kokomo over the last 12 months is $168,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This beautifully updated 3 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bathroom home in Western School District is in a great location and ready for its new owners. Enjoy the fresh look of newly installed vinyl plank flooring and paint throughout the bedrooms and bathrooms. The kitchen boasts new vinyl flooring, new cabinet tops, and new range/ refrigerator. The living room and two of the bedrooms are fitted with new blinds.
PRICE REDUCTION! This 3 bedroom, 1 1.5 bath Ranch style home in Vinton Woods Subdivision is located in the much desired Western School District. This home is situated on a large corner lot and offers an oversized detached garage in addition to the 2-car attached garage. With a little TLC this home is perfect for anyone wanting that workshop or mechanics garage! Home being sold as-is.
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