Commanche
Neighborhood in Lafayette, Indiana
Tippecanoe County 47909
$199,397
Average Value
$167
Average Price per Sq Ft
Homes sell more than twice as fast as the national average
“Those are the kind of rental homes I like. Because they’re slab foundations and if the toilet leaks, the toilet can leak for hours and it’s not going to hurt anything except the carpet and maybe a little drywall,” Carole King says. A Realtor with KW, King has been selling homes in the area for 16 years. She also owns several rental properties in the nearby Brady Lane neighborhood. “The neighborhood is a mix of single-family homes and rentals,” she says. The most common architectural style in the neighborhood is ranch-style, Cape Cods and bi-levels can also be found. While some homeowners have built additions to these small ranch-style homes, many remain as small as 900 square feet. Prices range from $140,000 to $245,000. Homes here sell in 16 days, compared to the national average of 43 days. Commanche’s streets are named for Native American nations from throughout the U.S.Kids have fun at Beck Lane Boys & Girls Club
Commanche is close to numerous venues for sports, social interaction and entertainment. The Beck Lane Boys & Girls Club and the YMCA are each under two miles away. Armstrong Park, named for astronaut and Purdue University alumnus Neil Armstrong, is the closest park to the Brady Lane neighborhood. It features a paved walking trail, multiple playgrounds, baseball fields and lighted tennis and basketball courts. Many residents prefer Columbian Park in Lafayette, which includes a zoo and the Tropicanoe Cove water park. “Most people go there,” Atwell says.Jefferson High School students can take college credit courses at Purdue University
Students can attend public schools in the Lafayette School Corporation. They can start at Miami Elementary School, which earns a B-minus from Niche and move on to B-minus-rated Sunnyside Intermediate and Tecumseh Junior High School. High schoolers can attend Jefferson High School, which earns a B-plus. Jefferson offers over 60 dual college credit courses in partnership with Purdue University and Ivy Tech Community College.A Taste of Tippecanoe draws 40,000
In October, Fort Ouiatenon near West Lafayette welcomes thousands of visitors to the Feast of the Hunters’ Moon. Participants reenact the annual fall gathering of the French and Native Americans that took place in the mid-18th century. Feast foods include period dishes such as venison sausage and rabbit stew. Every summer, the 4-H Club holds its week-long fair at the Tippecanoe Fairgrounds, a mile away.Easy access to Interstate 65 makes commuting easy
Commuting is easy as Commanche is four miles west of Interstate 65, which runs to Chicago and Indianapolis. It’s also close to State Roads 25, 26 and 38 and U.S. Routes 52 and 23. Travelers who prefer to skip the drive can take the train at Lafayette’s Amtrak station. Service to Chicago, Washington, DC, and New York City is available. Greyhound in Lafayette is another option. Public transportation is available through CityBus local bus service with multiple stops along Brady Lane and S. 18th Street.Favorite local pubs include Legacy, Walt’s Other Pub, Teays River Brewing & Public House
Although there is no shopping and dining within the neighborhood, there are plenty of options for both nearby. Two miles away, the Tippecanoe Mall is home to anchor stores like Macy’s, Penney’s, Dick’s and Kohls. Grocery shopping at Pay Less is only two miles away. Locally-owned eateries are popular gathering spots. Trueblood Real Estate Realtor Rebecca Wright is a big fan of Teays River Brewing & Public House and Walt’s Other Pub. She recommends the Paradise Salad, burgers and wings at Walt’s Other Pub. She enjoys going to Teays, especially on nights when they feature live music. “I love their buffalo cauliflower wings,” Wright says. She’s been selling homes in the area for 17 years.Second Baptist Church serves ethnically diverse parishioners
The ethnically diverse Second Baptist Church is in Commanche’s northwest section. There’s an increased risk of flooding in this area of the neighborhood.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cathy Russell
Cathy Russell
@properties
(765) 735-3177
698 Total Sales
4 in Commanche
$133K - $193K Price Range
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Neil Hatten
Neil Hatten
Keller Williams Lafayette
(765) 735-3305
119 Total Sales
2 in Commanche
$105K - $150K Price Range
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Amy Kelly
Amy Kelly
Raeco Realty
(317) 754-8159
62 Total Sales
1 in Commanche
$212,600 Price
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Dustin Robinson
Dustin Robinson
Lafayette Listing Realty LLC
(765) 735-3195
196 Total Sales
2 in Commanche
$165K - $250K Price Range
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Rebecca Gibson
Rebecca Gibson
Responds QuicklyRaeco Realty
(765) 735-3482
323 Total Sales
2 in Commanche
$163K - $175K Price Range
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Spencer Childers
Spencer Childers
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Lafayette
(765) 735-3200
338 Total Sales
3 in Commanche
$73K - $140K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 6th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Columbian Park
Armstrong Park
Manitou Park
Kennedy Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Commanche | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Commanche Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Commanche, Lafayette sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Commanche, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $209,750, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$207,450
Median Sale Price
$209,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$209,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$167
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
255
Median Year Built
1965
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,463
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,880
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,309
Median Age
33
Population under 18
30%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,096
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,528
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.2%
College Graduates
9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32
/ 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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