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Suburban living half an hour south of Lake Michigan
Occupying the area to the immediate southeast of a highway interchange, the residential neighborhood of East Merrillville offers its residents a variety of home styles with a location close to nearby shopping and restaurants. Nearby neighborhoods are easily accessible, as is the downtown area. “Merrillville is multifaceted with new constructions and old homes built in the 1960s and 1970s,” says Lisa Thompson, a Realtor with the @properties firm. “It borders Hobart, Crown Point and Schererville. Interstate 65 is right there, which is easy to get access to the city via Interstates 80 and 94. Southlake Mall is right on I-65 as well, and it’s one of the largest malls in the area.”
Intersection of rt 30 and 53 surrounded by shopping and retail, East Merrillville, Indiana.
Entrance to Southlake Mall off of Rt 30, next to I65, East Merrillville, Indiana.
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Architectural variance in East Merrillville
A variety of homes can be found along the primarily residential streets of East Merrillville, in both style and when they were constructed. “Merrillville is pretty diverse,” Thompson says. “There’s older and newer constructions. The older homes are to the north, and those typically go for between $200,000 and $300,000. Newer constructions off Route 30 usually have price ranges of $400,000 to $500,000 or maybe as low as $350,000.” Townhouses can also be found in the southern portion of East Merrillville. Properties for homes can have sizable front lawns, and styles there include split-level constructions, ranch homes, some Cape Cods and some modern architecture as well.
Modern two level homes with tan siding and brick chimneys, East Merrillville, Indiana.
Two level ranch home with brown brick, East Merrillville, Indiana.
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A quartet of schools for students
Students can begin their educational path at one of several schools outside of East Merrillville’s borders, including John Wood Elementary School, which scores a B-minus on Niche and is ranked the most diverse elementary outlet in the entire state. Wood Elementary hosts up through fourth grade, while the B-minus-rated Merrillville Intermediate School provides for grades five and six. Seventh and eighth grade enrollment takes place at Pierce Middle School, also given a B-minus from Niche, and Merrillville High School completes the four-school pipeline and is regarded for its student-athlete accommodations. Given a B from Niche, Merrillville High also ranks highly in diversity.
John Wood Elementary School overview
Merrillville High School
Public High School
East Merrillville, Indiana.
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Venturing outside beyond East Merrillville
For spending time outdoors, all of the area’s parks are located outside of East Merrillville’s boundaries. Deep River Water Park is one of the region’s most popular recreational attractions, but its seasonal schedule only has it open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, while an ice rink only keeps a winter schedule. Hidden Lake Park offers paddle boating, a hill for sledding, disc golf courses and more on its grounds, also allowing dog-walking and grilling on its span of more than 100 acres. Crescent Lake Park is mostly undeveloped, but does feature a playground, while the Turkey Creek Golf Course is open to the public for play on its 18-hole links. Innsbrook Country Club is private and membership-only, but its amenities include an Olympic pool, a water park and even areas for dining and events.
Hidden Lake Park a great place to walk around the lake, East Merrillville, Indiana.
There are many parks in nearby Deep Run a quick drive from East Merrillville.
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Local restaurants down the road
Though Merrillville lacks a true downtown area, residents aren’t too far from grabbing a bite to eat at some local establishments. “The neighborhood is centered between historic Crown Point and historic Valparaiso,” Thompson says. “There’s the historic Crown Point Square, and Merrillville doesn’t have a downtown section – it’s more commuter. People head to Valparaiso for restaurants, and nearby Schererville has more entertainment.” Area eateries do include the Dawg House Pub down Route 30, JO’s Bar & Grill to the north and Gamba Ristorante just to the west near the interchange. Gamba’s Italian fare is complemented with a brick patio and garden string lights above.
Interior Catch Table & Tap hosting a classic American menu, East Merrillville, Indiana.
Lincoln Junction strip mall where you'll find restaurants and retail, Merrillville, Indiana.
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A sprawling mall full of shopping and dining
Shoppers can find one of the largest malls in the entirety of Indiana right off the interchange at the northwestern corner of East Merrillville. Southlake Mall has more than 100 outlets within its doors along with a food court and play area, and visitors can dine, browse and catch entertainment in this one-stop-shop for residents. There’s an AMC Theatres location to showcase the latest movies and restaurant chains like Chili’s, Buffalo Wild Wings and Kona Ice, while shopping outlets include Toys “R” Us, Books-A-Million and Macy’s. “Southlake Mall is probably East Merrillville’s biggest anchor,” Thompson says. “There’s a lot of chain restaurants around the mall and a lot of eateries.” Liberty Square, a strip mall, is just across the interchange to the northwest, as is Lincoln Junction Plaza with some smaller boutiques and fitness outlets.
Entrance to Southlake Mall off of Rt 30, next to I65, East Merrillville, Indiana.
Lincoln Junction strip mall where you'll find restaurants and retail, Merrillville, Indiana.
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An interchange at the northwestern corner
Route 30 and Interstate 65 meet at a partial cloverleaf interchange at East Merrillville’s northwesternmost corner, but those aren’t the only thoroughfares residents are close to. “Interstates 80 and 94 intersect minutes from Merrillville,” Thompson says. “It’s probably the most ideal location for access to the expressways, being right off of Route 30.” I-65 bisects the state and features Indianapolis along its route, while the shores of Lake Michigan are only about half an hour north of East Merrillville.
Intersection of rt 30 and 53 surrounded by shopping and retail, East Merrillville, Indiana.
Travel from East Merrillville to Chicago or south to Indianapolis from I65 and route 30.
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Parks in this Area
Veteran's Memorial Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Deep River Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Hidden Lake Park
Baseball/Softball
Disc Golf
Fishing
John A. Stefek Park
Trails
Playground
Parking Lot
Deep River County Park - Big Maple Lake
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Erlenbach Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Chicago Midway International
67 min drive
Bus
82nd & Louisiana
Bus
Holiday Inn
Bus
Westfield Shop Town (Carsons)
Bus
Target
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Merrillville
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Merrillville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Merrillville, Merrillville sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Merrillville, Merrillville over the last 12 months is $900,500, up 237% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,436
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,319
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,122
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%
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®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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