$96,748Average Value$71Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes 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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Eastside, Muncie sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Eastside, Muncie over the last 12 months is $80,005, down 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This cozy 3 bed, 1 bath home is being sold As Is and sits on a spacious double lot. Inside you will find laminate flooring throughout and newer kitchen cabinets. All appliances will be included in the sale, including a large upright freezer in the basement. Recent updates to the home include a metal roof put on a year ago, gas water heater, and central air to keep you comfortable in the summer
Sarah Lutz-DuncanWagner Auctioneering and Real Estate
Check out this cute 3 bedroom home on the east side of Muncie. New flooring throughout, fresh paint, newer appliances. Washer and dryer stay. Huge 3 car garage. Outside landscaping looking fresh and new. Room sizes are approximate.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Steve Slavin,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
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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