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Student-friendly living south of Ball State University
Just south of Ball State University and Indiana University's Health Ball Memorial Hospital, the residential neighborhood of Westside features single-family homes occupied primarily by university students and staff. The neighborhood has a mix of local and chain restaurants plus a few popular bars and a Pay Less Super Market just a block away. Westside Park sits along the White River and borders the neighborhood to the south, providing scenic green space and access to the White River Greenway, a 6-mile trail that connects to downtown Muncie.
Many houses in Westside feature front porches to enjoy the outdoors on sunny and rainy days.
The White River borders Westside on the south.
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Bungalows and American Foursquares in a fast-moving housing market
Westside is a primarily tenant-occupied neighborhood south of Ball State University (BSU), heavily occupied by BSU students and staff. Its housing is mostly early 20th-century single-family homes, primarily bungalows and American Foursquares featuring wooden siding painted in neutral tones of white, gray and beige. Homes here are small, with an average size footprint of about 1,500 square feet, and they sell quickly, after an average of 17 days, which is nearly two times faster than the national average. Home values here are on par with the average for Muncie, and sales prices range from roughly $100,000 to $200,000.
Because of its proximity, many Ball State University students rent American Four Square homes in Westside.
Westside offers many different styles of homes including bungalows.
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Westside Park and the White River Greenway
Westside residents can walk to Westside Park, a neighborhood green space at the foot of the White River. The park has a wooden playground and a gaga ball pit for kids, plus basketball courts and a picnic pavilion. The nearly 6-mile White River Greenway runs through the park along the river, creating a peaceful ambiance where residents can walk, jog or bike along the water, connecting them to downtown Muncie.
There's nothing like a good run, walk, bike ride, or book along the White River in Westside.
Bikers appreciate easy access to White River Greenway in Westside..
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Muncie Community Schools and St. Michael Catholic School
Since Westside is half a mile south of Ball State University, most residents are students and staff. Ball State University has a student population of nearly 20,000 and students pursue a variety of majors, with most focusing on a degree within the liberal arts. Indiana University also has one of its nine medical campuses here, which offers medical education and training.
For those with children can send their kids to Muncie Community Schools. The neighborhood is zoned to West View Elementary, Northside Middle and Muncie Central High. West View and Northside have C-plus ratings on Niche, and Muncie Central High School receives a B-minus. West View Elementary is less than a mile from the neighborhood, so some students can walk to school here, while Muncie Central High is a 2-mile or 12-minute bike ride away just up the White River Greenway. Muncie Central High also has a JROTC program and offers dual enrollment through Ivy Tech Community College. The neighborhood is also home to St. Michael Catholic School, which enrolls kids preschool-aged through eighth grade and has not yet been rated on Niche.
Muncie Central High School welcomes new students from Westside.
St Michael Catholic School sits across the street from Ball State University and is a private, religious option for students in Westside.
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Walk to Ball State University and IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
Westside is a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood that is home to IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital and is also less than half a mile from Ball State University. It takes about 15 minutes to walk to either. Downtown Muncie is less than 2 miles away, and it's easy to get there by biking along the White River Greenway or taking the MITS bus. When traveling out of town, residents fly out of the Fort Wayne International Airport, 70 miles away, or the Indianapolis International Airport, 73 miles away.
Many students who live in Westside walk to class.
Ball Memorial Hospital staff & students appreciate the short walk or bike ride.
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Restaurants, bars and The Village Revitalization Plan
Westside has restaurants within the neighborhood – local spots like Honey Beez Pancake House and Puerto Vallarta Mexican Restaurant alongside chains like Pizza King, Dunkin' and 7 Brew Coffee. Less than half a mile west, Pay Less Super Market provides convenient access to low-cost groceries. Just east of the neighborhood, The Village shopping center is undergoing a revitalization anchored by the construction of a new performing arts center. "The Village is a two- or three-block area with restaurants, shops and bars. Any major university has one of these commercial districts, but the one near BSU has been struggling," says BSU professor Jennifer Erickson. "The president of BSU has made it his mission to revitalize it by putting in a nice hotel with a rooftop bar and more commerce. We want places in the area that serve students, faculty and staff. We've been advocating hard for that. We'll see what happens." On the neighborhood's south end, along the White River, Room 5 Piano Bar is a former dance hall turned bar, where patrons can enjoy a drink while watching piano players perform. Big Shots Pub is also nearby and is known for its pool tables and cheap food and drinks.
Honey Beez Pancake House is a local favorite in Westside.
As one of Westside's hidden gems, Room 5 Piano Bar sits in White River Plaza.
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Crime
Westside has a 6 out of 10 CAP Index crime score, which is above the national average of 4.
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Parks in this Area
Clifton Wallace Park
West Side Park
Westside Park
White River Park
Emerson Memorial Greenspace Park
Thomas Park
Guthrie Park
Anthony Recreation Fields
Scheumann Stadium
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Westside
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westside, Muncie sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Westside, Muncie over the last 12 months is $115,000, down 23% 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
1,445
Median Age
30
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$30,934
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$40,189
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.4%
Advanced Degrees
12.9%
% Population in Labor Force
56.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
9''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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