$329,060Average Value$177Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
A quiet lifestyle in Deep Run
Deep Run is a quiet, spacious community just 4 miles west of Merrillville’s town center. Spanning a handful of residential streets off Old Lincoln Highway, the neighborhood comprises midcentury homes on sprawling lots. Ample amenities are available along Route 30, though many head south into Crown Point for annual festivals and a wider selection of local eateries. Further, the community sits next door to a 1,000-acre natural area complete with trails, canoeing and fishing spots. Altogether, Deep Run offers the quietness of rural living with the convenience of nearby townships.
Midcentury homes rest on sprawling lots
Vast fields and farmland flank each side of Old Lincoln Highway. The thoroughfare stretches from Merrillville to Shorewood Forest, branching into a handful of residential streets. Deep Run is home to a portion of these Old Lincoln Highway communities, including those along West Mill Court and Lincoln Mill Road. The area’s split levels and ranch-style homes rarely go on sale, but average around $350,000. They often rest at the end of long paved driveways. Sprawling lawns and towering pines offer a rural sense of quiet, evidenced by the CAP Index crime score of 2, compared to the national average of 4.
Next door to Deep River County Park
Deep Run sits next door to Deep River County Park, a 1,362-acre preserve surrounding the Deep River and Big Maple Lake. Upon entry, guests are immediately met with the historic John Woods Grist Mill, a 19th-century frame and brick mill turned history museum. Walking paths, gardens and trails for hiking and horseback riding pair with fishing and canoeing opportunities throughout the park. Guests can stop by the general store in the summer or go on hayrides in the fall. Across Old Lincoln Highway, Deep River Water Park is open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The park offers slides, a lazy river and an outdoor ice-skating rink in the wintertime. Golfers can head north to the River Pointe Golf Club or Indian Ridge Golf Club, located within a mile of each other.
From Southlake Mall to locally-owned eats in Merrillville
Merrillville’s shopping and dining hub is a straight shot west on Route 30. Within 5 miles, residents will find Walmart Supercenter, Target, Sam’s Club and Costco Wholesale. Southlake Mall is packed with name-brand retailers, including Macy’s and JCPenney. Surrounding stores include Home Depot, Best Buy and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Fast casual eats line the thoroughfare, but residents will still find many locally-owned eateries in the area. Sophia’s Famous Pancakes is a casual brunch spot serving hot cakes and skillets, while BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse is a family-owned chain outpost with classic American bites and house brews. Heading south into Crown Point, Fluid Coffee Roasters is a modern café with hot lattes and whole bean blends.
Crown Point hosts the Lake County Fair
Merrillville is known to host a handful of events throughout the year, from Independence Day fireworks to a Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Dean and Barbara White Community Center. Further, Deep Run sits around the corner from the Winter Wonderlights installation, a holiday-themed drive-through experience. But most residents head about 6 miles south into Crown Point for a wider array of festivities. Held annually in July, Taste of Crown Point is a two-day festival with live music, beer and dozens of local food vendors serving hot dogs, barbeque and ice cream. Later in the summer, August ushers in the Lake County Fair. Guests from across the region gather at the fairgrounds for carnival rides, games and animal exhibitions.
Merrillville Community School Corporation
Local students attend the Merrillville Community School Corporation, beginning at John Wood Elementary. The school enrolls prekindergarten through fourth grade and earns a B on Niche. Merrillville Intermediate School enrolls fifth and sixth-graders with a B-minus on Niche, while Clifford Pierce Middle School finishes up seventh and eighth-grade studies with a C-plus. Merrillville High School enrolls over 2,000 students in town, earning an overall B-minus on Niche with the highest scores in diversity and extracurriculars. The high school provides Career and Tech programs in subjects like advanced engineering, architecture and health sciences. Additionally, dual credit is provided through Ivy Tech Community College - Crown Point.
A 45-mile commute to the Windy City
Deep Run residents are primarily car-dependent when heading 4 miles west into Merrillville’s town center and 11 miles south into Crown Point. Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus is the nearest emergency room and a large regional employer. Chicago commuters can expect a 45-mile drive north on Interstate 90. Those looking to avoid traffic closer to the hub will find the nearest Metra 23 miles north in East Chicago. From there, riders can expect a 45-minute trip on the South Shore Line. Out-of-state travelers typically fly out of Gary/Chicago International Airport, 17 miles north.
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On average, homes in Deep Run, Merrillville sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Deep Run, Merrillville over the last 12 months is $330,000, up 50% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$338,500
Median Sale Price
$330,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
50%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$177
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
137
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,071
Above the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,964
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
39,639
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
336
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,111
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,229
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86%
College Graduates
30.7%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.5%
% Population in Labor Force
56.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
42''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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