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A peaceful suburb with access to highly rated schools
Candlewood is a peaceful suburb of Manhattan. Bordered by CiCo Park, the neighborhood is surrounded by A-rated schools and not far from Kansas State University. “It’s near Bergman Elementary, which is typically in the top three elementary schools that my clients request to be near within this district,” says Megan Plattner, a Realtor at Alliance Realty. “It’s a nice, older neighborhood. You also get proximity to westside Manhattan amenities.” With Downtown Manhattan just 5 miles southeast, Candlewood residents enjoy a quick commute from a cozy suburb under the cover of deciduous trees.
Surrounded by highly rated schools and outdoor fun, Candlewood is a suburban respite.
At Frank V Bergman the student-teacher ratio is 13:1, which is the same as that of the district.
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Ranch-style homes line the cul-de-sacs
Winding residential roads with one sidewalk on each street lead to homes surrounded by lush greenery. Home styles consist of ranch-style, bi-level and new traditional, with most having been built between 1979 and 2001. Three- and four-bedroom homes range from $250,000 to $320,000, while houses with five or more bedrooms sell for $340,000 to $460,000. On average, houses sell within 17 days on the market. Candlewood is also home to several apartment complexes, namely Cambridge Square and Westchester Park Apartments, located on the neighborhood's eastern side.
Ranch homes flanked by clean quiet sidewalks line the streets of Candlewood.
There are many different styles of bi-level homes in Candlewood.
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A highly-rated school district
The Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District serves the residents of Candlewood. Students can begin their education at Frank V. Bergman Elementary, which scored an A-minus on Niche. They continue their education at Susan B. Anthony Middle, also rated A-minus, and Manhattan High, rated A. Manhattan High offers dual enrollment with Manhattan Area Technical College, which has specific courses that transfer to Kansas State University. Located about 2.5 miles southeast of the neighborhood, Kansas State offers more than 250 undergraduate programs and more than 165 graduate degrees and certificates.
Anthony Middle library gives students the resources to become learners & information seekers.
Students love attending Manhattan High School, the sports teams and classes.
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CiCo Park and the Hudson Nature Trail
Bordering the neighborhood to the south is 97-acre CiCo Park, with a skate park, sledding hill and dog park. CiCo is also home to Lud Fiser Youth Sports Complex, Manhattan High’s Bishop Stadium and the meeting space at Pottorf Hall. Hosted in the park every July, the Riley County Fair includes farm animal exhibits, the WEEE Entertainment Carnival and the Kaw Valley PRCA Rodeo. The 2-mile Hudson Nature Trail runs north to south, bordering the neighborhood to the west. “People are active here,” says Plattner.
The dog park at Cico Park is perfect on hot days and has water available for everyone.
Biking, walking, and skating are common at Coffman Commons.
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Dining in Candlewood and shopping downtown
Paramour Coffee offers the option of indoor seating or drive-through service. Early Edition on Kimball Avenue serves homestyle American breakfast and brunch. For groceries, there's a Dillons in West Loop Shopping Center about 2 miles south of the neighborhood.
Locals in Candlewood enjoy drinks & snacks at Paramour Coffee, a small town coffee shop.
Dillon's is so convenient and right in the Candlewood neighborhood.
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Downtown commutes
Kansas Route 113 borders the neighborhood to the east, providing access to downtown Manhattan about 5 miles southeast of Candlewood. “The subdivision is just off of the major street running all the way West to East through Manhattan,” says Barb Meitler, a Realtor with Platinum Realty. “It is also a close commute to Ft. Riley for our military soldiers and employees of Ft. Riley.” Fort Riley is about 16 miles southwest of the neighborhood. The ATA Bus stops at several points along Candlewood Drive, with routes to Aggieville and the Kansas State campus. The Manhattan Regional Airport is 7 miles southwest of Candlewood.
The ATA Bus runs through Candlewood and has a stop along Candlewood Drive.
The Manhattan Regional Airport is 7 miles southwest of Candlewood & accessible by Hwy K-18.
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Tornado Alley
Candlewood experiences occasional severe weather, as Manhattan is located in Tornado Alley. Manhattan’s most recent storms include an EF-1 tornado in June 2022 and an EF-4 tornado in June 2008.
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Parks in this Area
Cico Park
Tuttle Creek State Park
K-State Coffman Commons
Transit
Airport
Manhattan Regional
18 min drive
Bus
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Candlewood
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Candlewood, Manhattan sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Candlewood, Manhattan over the last 12 months is $315,064, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Location*Location*Location: Panoramic view of Western Manhattan. Home within walking distance of a grade school and the Hudson Nature Trail. Do not forget the quick access to Candlewood Shopping Center, Cico Park, Collbert Hills Golf Course, and main arteries. The grand exterior stairway leads into this modern Bi-Level with abundance of natural light. Amenities included vaulted ceilings in the
Beautiful well maintained home in a perfect neighborhood with 4 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car attached garage and fenced backyard. Property is located 4 miles from the university. Contact Margarita Ramirez at (620)430-1235 for more information or for a private tour.
Located on the Manhattan West side this home has a great living main level with large open kitchen and plenty of room to entertain. There are 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms in this house, a deck for entertaining and a yard that has room to run! Come check this great home out. ***Go to hudhomestore.gov or www.olympusama-at.com to lean more about this home and who/how to purchase.
Choosing a home is important. We focus on your needs and help you find the perfect place. Cambridge Square blends a convenient location with a relaxing community offering a carefree lifestyle. Our two-bedroom apartment homes feature open-concept living, a cozy fireplace, and extra storage off your private patio. The community amenities include a relaxing pool, covered parking, and laundry
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,658
Median Age
33
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$105,565
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,045
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.4%
College Graduates
62.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
81.3%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40/ 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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