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Dover Estates

Dover Estates

Neighborhood in Lafayette, Indiana

Tippecanoe County 47909

$241,550 Average Value
$176 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Suburban neighborhood connected to shops, restaurants, schools and parks

Dover Estates is a Lafayette neighborhood with a sense of connectivity. Located 3.5 miles south of downtown, the community offers a laid-back suburban lifestyle. There's a school within the neighborhood and shops, restaurants and parks just outside. All of this is within walking distance along South Ninth Street, bordering the neighborhood's east side. "The main drag is right outside your subdivision," says Sally Curwick, broker associate with Re/Max at the Crossing. "There are restaurants, nail places and liquor stores right there. It's a hop, skip and a jump to all the necessities." Connectivity here is both practical and relational. Sidewalks connect the neighborhood's physical spaces, while neighborly interactions connect the people.

Most residential streets in Dover Estates are wide and offer ample parking.
Most residential streets in Dover Estates are wide and offer ample parking.
You'll normally see this Lafayette water tower as you drive to areas around Dover Estates.
You'll normally see this Lafayette water tower as you drive to areas around Dover Estates.
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Cheery greetings at Walt's Other Pub

To the northeast, South Ninth Street has some of the area's favorite restaurants. Walt's Other Pub is known for its chicken wings with a savory house teriyaki sauce. Yet it's the relationships that keep regulars coming back. "I refer to us as like a Cheers — we have a lot of the same regulars, so we get to know people's names. I think people really like that," says Jamie Bogan, General Manager at Walt's Other Pub. "We remember what they order, what they drink." On the other side of South Ninth, Teays River Brewing and Public House stands out for its atmosphere. The restaurant serves burgers and fries on the outdoor picnic tables beneath string lights. "It's a nice, quaint area," Curwick says. "My husband drinks a beer, and we just talk." A liquor store, beauty salon and bank are located in the same area. Pay Less has groceries about 1.5 miles west.

Walt's Other Pub is a favorite among families that live in the Dover Estates neighborhood.
Walt's Other Pub is a favorite among families that live in the Dover Estates neighborhood.
You will always enjoy your experience dining in at Walt's Other Pub near Dover Estates.
You will always enjoy your experience dining in at Walt's Other Pub near Dover Estates.
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Earhart Elementary prepares tots for kindergarten

Amelia Earhart is a walkable elementary school on the east side of this neighborhood, earning a B-plus from Niche. The school encourages its 470 students to make a positive impact on the community. It also hosts a kindergarten readiness camp, designed for young kids with little to no preschool experience. As part of the Lafayette School Corporation, students can progress from Sunnyside Intermediate to Tecumseh Junior High, both of which earn a B-minus. Jefferson High School earns an A-minus, offering robust early college experiences.

The student population of Amelia Earhart Elementary School is 415 and the school serves K-4.
The student population of Amelia Earhart Elementary School is 415 and the school serves K-4.
Sunny Side Intermediate School serves the Greater Lafayette area students.
Sunny Side Intermediate School serves the Greater Lafayette area students.
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'90s-era New Traditional houses

From short-term apartments to long-term homes, housing here accommodates different lifestyles. A few apartment complexes are located on the neighborhood's north side, while single-family homes are located throughout. They include New Traditional properties from the early to late '90s. There are L-shaped ranches and modern Colonials, both with vinyl exteriors and two-car garages. Ranches may cost between $180,000 and $250,000. Front yards are modestly sized AND well-maintained with short-cut grass. Cul-de-sacs create low-traffic areas where some families set up a basketball hoop.

New Traditional homes are somewhat common in the Dover Estates area.
New Traditional homes are somewhat common in the Dover Estates area.
Dover Estates residents can enjoy maintenance free living at the Bradford Apartments complex.
Dover Estates residents can enjoy maintenance free living at the Bradford Apartments complex.
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Path around the pond at Armstrong Park

Family-friendly parks are within walking distance. About a mile north, South Ninth Street opens up to the picturesque green space that is Armstrong Park. In the early morning, fog rises above the park's pond, bordered by a walking trail. Five lighted tennis courts offer a space for exercise into the evening. Armstrong is also home to a multiage playground and three youth baseball fields. It can accommodate birthday parties and other celebrations, with a rentable shelter for 50 people. Just below Armstrong is Linear Trail, a 1.1-mile pathway located on top of an old railway corridor.

Take a seat and surround yourself with the beauty at Armstrong Park near Dover Estates.
Take a seat and surround yourself with the beauty at Armstrong Park near Dover Estates.
Join one of the tennis leagues and play for fun at Armstrong Park near Dover Estates.
Join one of the tennis leagues and play for fun at Armstrong Park near Dover Estates.
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Art and music near Dover Estates

Occasionally, Lafayette events make their way down toward the Dover Estates Area. Art in the Park is a weekly festival in June and July hosted at several of the city's parks, including Armstrong. The event showcases local and regional fine arts, music, various food vendors and kid-friendly games and crafts. Downtown Lafayette is also a hub for community events, especially in the summer. Beers Across the Wabash offers the chance to sample beer from over 25 Indiana craft breweries. It takes place on the John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge with views of the Wabash River.

Walking culture in Dover Estates

Sidewalks wind throughout Dover Estates, although there is not much tree cover to provide shade. Bordering the east side, South Ninth Street is a convenient corridor leading out of the neighborhood that offers a straight shot north to downtown. Portions of the thoroughfare have a sidewalk and/or bikelane, so pedestrians and bikers can have a can also make their way downtown.

You will find modern ranch-style homes throughout the streets of Dover Estates.
You will find modern ranch-style homes throughout the streets of Dover Estates.
Break a sweat along the Linear Trail near Dover Estates.
Break a sweat along the Linear Trail near Dover Estates.
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Schools

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Dover Estates US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$238,500
Median Single Family Price
$241,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$176
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
28
Months of Supply
0.90
Median List Price
$235,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
284
Median Year Built
1994
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,355
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Open Houses

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    871 Liverpool Ct, Lafayette, IN 47909

    $325,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,920 Sq Ft
    • 871 Liverpool Ct
    • New 13 days ago

    Prepare to be impressed by this stunning 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 1920 sq ft two-story home, nestled at the end of a desirable south side Lafayette cul-de-sac on a huge quarter-acre lot! This property is truly turnkey, boasting upgrades galore! Enjoy brand new flooring throughout, a brand new furnace, a completely remodeled kitchen with brand new cabinets, sink, countertops, and appliances, fresh

    Jason Conley Raeco Realty

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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
1,978
Median Age
33
Population under 18
27.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.4%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$47,450
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,659

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.3%
College Graduates
28.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.2%
% Population in Labor Force
71.2%
Above the national average
65.1%

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®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

26 / 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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