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Longtime neighbors look out for each other in east Lafayette suburb
On Lafayette's east side, Orchard Heights is a quiet, residential suburb where midcentury homes sit on spacious, grassy lots. Homes are in high demand, reflecting the neighborhood's well-kept looks and friendly attitude. This is a community of long-term residents — some for 50-plus years — who look out for one another. "My grandparents still live there, so they all know each other very well," says Lauren Whitaker, Realtor with Silver Lining Real Estate Group and lifelong Lafayette resident. "Unfortunately, some have passed away, but they all come together as a neighborhood and support one another. The neighbors across the street will shovel my grandparents' driveway."
Orchard Heights has a full canopy of mature trees providing shade on a summer day.
Orchard Heights is ideally located near big box retailers and downtown Lafayette.
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Midcentury homes with equity
Orchard Heights is almost entirely residential except for two churches on the west side. Homes sit far back from the street on well-kept, grassy lots about half of an acre — large enough for a playset in the front yard. This area is full of brick, midcentury ranch-style homes with low-pitched roofs, and the occasional split level. Both can have attached multi-car garages. On the inside, properties may need minor cosmetic updates to bring them into the 21st century, Whitaker says. But that doesn't hinder the competitive housing market. "When people move there, it doesn't matter if the home is stuck in the '50s or '60s; people buy no matter what because they're walking into equity," she says. "It's such a desirable neighborhood that if they decide to sell in a year, they can make a profit." Prices can range from $250,000 to $380,000.
Established in 1965, Orchard Heights has unique mid-century homes such as this one.
Orchard Heights has many examples of split-level homes with wide front yards.
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Target, Sam's Club and more on South Street
Though quiet, this neighborhood is close to a commercial center. Bordering the neighborhood's south side, South Street is a go-to area for drive-through fast food, casual sit-down dining, and shopping at Target, Lowe's, Sam's Club, Home Depot and Walmart.
City Barbeque is a counter-service restaurant that is popular for its award-winning beef brisket, served with a choice of sides such as coleslaw, mac and cheese and collard greens. Locals enjoy their food at community picnic-style tables. HuHot Mongolian Grill is another nearby chain where locals hand-pick their noodle bowl ingredients and watch as the chefs prepare their meals on the grill. Table-side s'mores offer another hands-on experience.
City BBQ is a national chain serving barbeque favorites near Orchard Heights.
Large retailers like Lowe's can be found along South St., two minutes from Orchard Heights.
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Pickleball tournaments at McCaw Park
McCaw Park is a venue for fitness and camaraderie, just west of Orchard Heights. Home to the Lafayette Indiana Pickleball Association (LIPA), the park is a hub for practice and games, although the courts are currently closed for renovation. The ongoing city project will replace the old pickleball courts with 26 new ones. LIPA members of all ages can participate in pickleball tournaments once the courts are completed by the end of 2024. In the meantime, the park has a new dog park that opened in 2024 and a state-of-the-art playground with multiple slides, climbing equipment and other features for kids of all ages.
Locals can enjoy the many pickle ball courts at McCaw Park near Orchard Heights.
A man plays fetch with his Jack Russell Terrier at McCaw Park, near Orchard Heights.
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Artsy festivities at McCaw Park
Two neighborhood churches — Lafayette Church of Christ and Lafayette Community Church of the Nazarene — bring congregants together with Sunday worship services. Although Community Church of the Nazarene moved to its Orchard Heights location in 2023, it has a 20-year history in the city and longtime members. City-led events are close by, including the annual Art in the Park, a summertime celebration taking place at different green spaces around the city. McCaw Park took part in 2024, with local artwork for sale, kids' arts and crafts, music and food.
McCaw Park has something for everyone in the Orchard Heights neighborhood.
The Lafayette Community Church of the Nazarene is located on the edge of Orchard Heights.
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Straightforward route to downtown Lafayette and Purdue
Sidewalks are not widely available here, although the neighborhood does not see much through traffic. Thanks to convenient roadways, driving is preferable to get outside the neighborhood. South Street connects with downtown Lafayette, about 4 miles west. It continues west another mile toward Purdue University. The number 7 bus also serves South Street, arriving every 20 minutes.
Hands-on job experience at Jefferson High
Orchard Heights is within 4.5 miles of K-12 schools through the Lafayette School Corporation. Just northwest, Glen Acres Elementary earns a B from Niche. Moving through the pipeline, pupils usually attend Sunnyside Intermediate for fifth and sixth grade and Tecumseh Junior High for seventh and eighth. Both schools earn a B-minus. Jefferson High, earning a B-plus, preps students for college and careers with dual enrollment classes, Advanced Placement classes and hands-on job opportunities. High schoolers can earn food service and hospitality experience by working at Pony Espresso, a student-run shop on the Jefferson campus.
Glen Acres Elementary School has earned a B rating on Niche.com
Sunnyside Intermediate School serves grades first through sixth grade.
Lafayette Tecumseh Junior High School serves children in 8th and 9th grade.
Jefferson High School boasts a B+ rating on Niche.com.
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Parks in this Area
Armstrong Park
Munger Park
McCaw Park
Wildcat Creek Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Orchard Heights
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Orchard Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Orchard Heights, Lafayette sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Orchard Heights, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $315,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This California Ranch style home is not like anything you have seen currently on the market. Nestled on over an acre and a half this classic beauty is a rare find. Where spacious interiors meet a seamless connection to the outdoors. 3 large bedrooms as well as a den in the basement that the sellers have used as a 4th bedroom in the past. 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bath. The quality, detail and
Larger limestone ranch with 1325 sq. ft. in basement. 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full baths, living room, dining room, kitchen with large eat up at bar. Huge great room that walks out to a large concrete patio. Basement is perfect for workshop, storage, children's play area, etc. Fireplace in living room, lots of closets and storage. Property is a one owner home with lots of pride and care taken in it. This
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
553
Median Age
44
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$79,386
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,802
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33%
Advanced Degrees
14.1%
% Population in Labor Force
69%
On par with 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®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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