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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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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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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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.
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.
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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Parks in this Area
Jackson Morrow Park
Kokomo Country Club
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Vinton Woods
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
9
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Vinton Woods Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Vinton Woods, Kokomo sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Vinton Woods, Kokomo over the last 12 months is $160,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$165,000
Median Sale Price
$160,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$160,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$111
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
249
Median Year Built
1971
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,343
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
736
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,194
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,525
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.4%
% Population in Labor Force
70.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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