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Eastside

Eastside

$102,802 Average Value
$258 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Eastside offers single-family homes on Muncie’s outskirts

Eastside is a laid-back community on the edge of Muncie. Bordered by the Muncie Bypass, the neighborhood is home to the Mayfield, Eastwood and Echo Heights housing additions. “There are a lot of single-family homes out there that are very well-priced, and that’s attractive to a lot of first-time home buyers,” says Rich Lee, an associate Realtor with Re/Max Real Estate. “But on the other hand, you also might find a more mature client looking at taking advantage of the price point on that side of town.”

Eastside is a small suburban community on the outskirts of Muncie.
Eastside is a small suburban community on the outskirts of Muncie.
Vera Mae's offers up the best French cuisine.
Vera Mae's offers up the best French cuisine.
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Small cottages and ranch-style homes with room to breathe

Midcentury builds make up the majority of the neighborhood’s housing stock, although there are some homes built within the past 10 years. The bungalows, cottages and ranch-style homes tend to be smaller but sit on larger lots with room for sheds, above-ground pools and outdoor furniture. Mature trees dot the community, but Eastwood and Echo Heights are more wooded and secluded. Homes in these additions tend to have more space than Mayfield, too. Some homes have attached garages, but it’s more likely to see carports, detached garages and street parking. Fixer-uppers can range from $20,000 to $50,000. Move-in ready homes, some of which have been renovated, can cost between $60,000 and $160,000.

Ranch-style homes are common in the neighborhood in Eastside.
Ranch-style homes are common in the neighborhood in Eastside.
Residents take pride in the upkeep of their homes in Eastside.
Residents take pride in the upkeep of their homes in Eastside.
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High schoolers can earn college credit at MACC

Students may attend Longfellow Elementary School, which receives a C-minus from Niche, before heading to Northside Middle School, C, and graduating from B-minus Muncie Central High School. The high school offers career and technical education programs through the Muncie Area Career Center. Juniors and seniors can earn college credit and industry certificates.

Muncie Central High School is a public high school with a student teacher ratio of 14 to 1.
Muncie Central High School is a public high school with a student teacher ratio of 14 to 1.
Muncie Central High School offers career and technical education programs
Muncie Central High School offers career and technical education programs
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Wildlife abounds at the John Craddock Wetland Nature Preserve

While Eastside may be on the outskirts of town, that doesn’t mean residents are far from parks and recreation. Hikers and bikers can hop on the Cardinal Greenway at the Kitselman Trailhead about a mile away. The 62-mile path follows an old railroad corridor. Bird watchers and wildlife lovers enjoy the John Craddock Wetland Nature Preserve, which is accessible from the greenway or Bunch Boulevard. Located in a bend of the White River, the preserve features ADA-accessible trails and boardwalks. Chambers Park is the neighborhood’s fenced-in recreational area and features a covered pavilion with picnic tables and a playground. Kids and adults alike head to Victory Laps, a seasonal Go Kart track, for high-octane thrills.

Muncie Memory Spiral is a beautiful site at the Heekin Park in Muncie, IN.
Muncie Memory Spiral is a beautiful site at the Heekin Park in Muncie, IN.
Come for an afternoon with the family at the playground at Cooley Park.
Come for an afternoon with the family at the playground at Cooley Park.
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Downtown Muncie is less than 10 minutes away

Pizza King is an Indiana institution and the closest restaurant. Diners “Ring the King” from a signature red telephone at each table. Downtown Muncie is 2 miles away and has local eats and drinks. Mornings start at The Caffeinery, a cozy coffee shop with a warm atmosphere. Pubs and taverns like Twin Archer and Heorot are local favorites. Downtown Muncie also has local shops like Made in Muncie Pottery, where patrons can pick their own pieces to paint and take home. Dollar General has essentials covered. Otherwise, the closest grocery stores are Walmart and Aldi, each 4 miles away in Southside. McGalliard Road, the city’s main hub for shopping and dining, is 5 miles away.

Heorot is a local pub that locals love to congregate at for happy hour.
Heorot is a local pub that locals love to congregate at for happy hour.
The Jaunty Lady is an upscale boutique that offers ethically made clothing options.
The Jaunty Lady is an upscale boutique that offers ethically made clothing options.
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Driving on the Muncie Bypass

Eastside residents have easy access to the Muncie Bypass, a major thoroughfare that forms a semicircle around the city. The community is car dependent, but there is a Muncie Indiana Transit System (MITS) bus stop on East Jackson Street and Hodson Avenue. Medical care is available at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, 4 miles away.

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Eastside Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$401,900
Median Sale Price
$395,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
103%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$258

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
512
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1953
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,182
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
930
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,217
Median Age
45
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$33,793
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,038

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
85.7%
College Graduates
9.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
9''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

5 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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