Eastside
Neighborhood in Muncie, Indiana
Delaware County 47303
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.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.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.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.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.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Steve Slavin
Steve Slavin
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
(888) 409-7231
448 Total Sales
1 in Eastside
$94,000 Price
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Jerrett Flesher
Jerrett Flesher
Flesher Brothers Auctioneering and Real Estate Inc
(765) 789-5956
148 Total Sales
2 in Eastside
$38K - $59K Price Range
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McKenzie Meadows
McKenzie Meadows
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
(765) 896-5131
33 Total Sales
1 in Eastside
$114,400 Price
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Susan Falck-Neal
Susan Falck-Neal
RE/MAX First Integrity
(765) 737-2344
470 Total Sales
1 in Eastside
$133,500 Price
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Lisa Buckner
Lisa Buckner
RE/MAX Real Estate Groups
(765) 722-2697
416 Total Sales
5 in Eastside
$11K - $144K Price Range
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Austin Rich
Austin Rich
Responds QuicklyNextHome Elite Real Estate
(765) 273-4919
249 Total Sales
3 in Eastside
$35K - $75K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Chambers Park
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Eastside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Eastside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Eastside, Muncie sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Eastside, Muncie over the last 12 months is $77,450, down 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$84,950
Median Sale Price
$77,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$80,650
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-26%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$67
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
511
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1953
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,179
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
930
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
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®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Nearby Neighborhoods
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East side neighborhood on the rise with low-cost homes near the Cardinal Greenway
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Industry
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East Central
Historic housing next to downtown Muncie, Indiana
Whitely
A library, park and neighborhood association unite this Muncie community
Granville
Northside neighborhood with easy access to downtown Muncie and McGalliard Road
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