For most of its existence, McCordsville was a sleepy rural hamlet on the northeastern outskirts of Indianapolis. Even though the town was established in 1865, it didn’t surpass 1,000 residents until 2000. Times have changed. McCordsville’s location near Hancock County’s border with Hamilton County and Marion County has fueled explosive growth, and the population now exceeds 11,000, according to a 2023 U.S. Census estimate. But Compass Indiana Realtor Ann Williams says the growing suburb still has a rural spirit, calling residents “down to earth, kind, polite and helpful.”
“It started as a farm community,” Williams says. “And they still keep that identity.”
Welcome to Hancock County's McCordsville, IN.
The 130-year-old Round Barn Inn is an iconic structure in McCordsville.
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Proximity to Geist Reservoir a perk of McCordsville living
Proximity to Geist Reservoir is a draw in the Brooks-Luxhaven neighborhood. The 1,900-acre reservoir extends across Hancock, Hamilton and Marion counties and is a popular recreation area for fishing, kayaking and sailing. Residents can dock their watercraft at the members-only Indianapolis Yacht Club.
The McCordsville Parks Department was formed in June 2024 to meet the needs of this growing community. The town already has three parks, and future development plans include a community center, amphitheater and outdoor adventure park.
McCordsville residents can dock their watercraft at the members-only Indianapolis Yacht Club.
Children come from far away to find the treasure of a playground at Geist Waterfront Park.
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A wide range of home styles and sizes
The median home price in McCordsville is around $405,000, which is comparable to the national median home price. Though higher than prices in Indianapolis, McCordsville's median price is below that of nearby Fishers and Carmel. Farmhouses and ranch-style homes that predate McCordsville’s growth spurt are at the lower end of the price scale, starting at just under $250,000. Luxury homes near the reservoir are at the high end of the scale, starting in the $600,000s and selling for as much as $3 million. Signs of McCordsville's increasingly suburban identity are evidenced by the construction of the town's first mixed-use apartment and retail complex, McCord Square, in 2024.
McCordsville is home to many very high end homes in gated communities.
Farmhouses and ranch-style homes that predate McCordsville’s growth spurt are at the lower end of the price scale, starting at just under $250,000.
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Mt. Vernon Community Schools rank atop Hancock County
Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation earns an A-minus rating from Niche, which also ranks the district No. 1 in Hancock County. Mt. Vernon High School is on the rural outskirts of neighboring Fortville. US News and World Report named Mt. Vernon High a top 50 high school in the state in 2023 and 2024. Among other features, the school has a television studio where students produce a daily news and entertainment show called “MVTV.” Geist Montessori Academy, a K-8 charter school, earns a B rating and ranks as Niche’s No. 2 charter elementary school in the Indianapolis area.
Geist Montessori Academy, a K-8 charter school, earns a B rating and ranks as Niche’s No. 2 charter elementary school in the Indianapolis area.
Mt Vernon High School serves about 1,400 students with a B+ rating in Fortville, Indiana.
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Broadway Street leads to Indianapolis
Until its suburban transformation, McCordsville’s economy was largely tied to the CSX railroad line that runs parallel to U.S. Route 36 between Indianapolis and Muncie. Freight trains still run through here, but they are no longer stopping to pick up crops from local farmers.
U.S. 36, which continues 18 miles to downtown Indy, is known as Broadway Street in town. Commuters are also within 15 miles of Fishers and Carmel. Indianapolis Regional Airport is a reliever airport on McCordsville’s south side, next to a Walmart Distribution Center, the town’s largest employer. Indianapolis International Airport is 30 miles southwest of McCordsville.
McCordsville's U.S. 36, which continues 18 miles to downtown Indy, is known as Broadway Street in town.
McCordsville's Walmart Distribution Center is the town’s largest employer.
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Antiques, bait, restaurants and a vineyard
Nearly all of McCordsville’s shopping and dining options are on Broadway Street. Antique and vintage shops are gaining a foothold in the quaint, historic downtown. The Bobber Shop, a fishing and tackle shop, is a small but frequently busy stop for anglers headed to Geist Reservoir. The town’s modest dining scene is anchored by The Grill, Kinsey’s Italian Cafe, Trax BBQ and Tim’s Bakery.
Daniel’s Vineyard is the lone McCordsville eatery that is not located downtown. The full-production winery, which opened in 2010, features a full food menu and also offers a private wine club.
The Bobber Shop, a fishing and tackle shop, is a small but frequently busy stop for anglers headed to Geist Reservoir.
Daniel’s Vineyard is the lone McCordsville eatery that is not located downtown. The full-production winery, which opened in 2010, features a full food menu and also offers a private wine club.
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Market in McCordsville adds to a sense of civic identity
As the town grows, so does an appetite for events. Market in McCordsville, created in 2024, is a spring-through-fall farmers market held at the recently constructed McCord Square. It features vendors, community groups, food trucks, local businesses and area artisans. McCordsville residents also have a front-row seat for the Geist Marina July Fourth Fireworks Show, which is one of the largest in the area.
The 1,900-acre Geist reservoir extends across Hancock, Hamilton and Marion counties and is a popular recreation area for fishing, kayaking and sailing near McCordsville.
Recently constructed McCord Square will be the location of most events taking place in McCordsville.
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Crime is low, but the weather can be volatile
McCordsville’s violent and property crime rates were below the national average in 2023, according to FBI data.
All four seasons are experienced here, from snowy winter days to hot and muggy conditions in July and August. There is an increased risk of tornadoes with this ever-changing weather. Three small tornadoes have touched down in McCordsville since 2002, causing nearly $3 million in total property damage.
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