Growing Plainfield offers jobs and easy access to Indianapolis
Plainfield is an Indianapolis suburb adjacent to the city’s international airport along the Interstate 70 corridor, a location that has made this growing town a national logistics and distribution hub. The east side of Plainfield is packed with warehouses, anchored by several Amazon facilities and hubs for UPS and FedEx. This solid employment base has led to increased residential and commercial development to serve a growing population.
New homes are common as Plainfield's population grows.
The Indianapolis International Airport is next door to Plainfield.
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New and ongoing construction is prominent in Plainfield
New construction, which includes single-family homes and townhouses, is concentrated on the city’s north side, just off U.S. Route 40, which runs through the community. Another pocket of new homes can be found just south of the city limits. Several builders are involved in this ongoing development, and the homes come in a variety of models and sizes. Most homes come with driveways and garages, and many of the townhouses offer the same. Plainfield’s oldest homes date back to the turn of the 20th century, and many were built before World War II. Styles include cottage-style homes, Cape Cods and bungalows. The rest of the city’s housing is a mix of midcentury ranch-style homes on spacious lots and contemporary homes in subdivision settings. Prices typically range from the low $100,000s to the high $700,000s, although a handful of large homes, some with additional land, can sell for more. “Plainfield has kind of a small-town feel with some growth and good property-tax values,” says Mike Ellis of Ellis & Associates, a local Realtor who is a top seller in town.
Many homes offer spacious lots.
Large homes can be found in Plainfield.
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An easy commute to downtown Indianapolis on I-70
Downtown Indianapolis is about 20 miles away via I-70. “It’s ideal,” Ellis says of Plainfield’s location, which he credits as the main driver of growth. “I’ve had people from out of state move here because of how close it is to 70. That’s definitely an appeal if you work downtown. The commute is easy.” Interstate 70 connects to the Interstate 465 loop, which connects to I-65, I-69 and I-74 for regional travel. Closer to home, the Plainfield Connector is a free shuttle that runs between the town’s industrial section and Indianapolis. Being so close to the airport can mean additional noise, but Ellis says residents are used to it. “On a regular basis, people aren’t concerned.”
Highly rated Plainfield schools are a major draw
The town is served by the Plainfield Community School Corporation, one of the highest-rated districts in Hendricks County. Its four elementary schools, middle school and high school are all highly rated. Plainfield High School was founded in 1897 and has been a focal point of community pride. It has enjoyed a tradition of academic and athletic success. The Quakers have won state titles in basketball, softball and track and field. Students can apply for out-of-district transfers.
Brentwood Elementary is one of Plainfield's schools.
Clarks Creek Elementary serves the Plainfield community.
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"Parks are really big in Plainfield"
The Al and Jan Barker Sports Complex is a large recreational space with several amenities. It has fields for soccer, baseball and other sports utilized for youth league play and large-scale tournaments. The park also features Miracle Movers Field, designed for softball and baseball play by children and adults with disabilities. “Parks a really big in Plainfield,” Ellis says. “There’s been a lot of growth from that standpoint. Additional recreational destinations include:
Franklin Park, home to athletic courts, a ballfield and a playground
Friendship Gardens Park, a picturesque green space near White Lick Creek
Splash Island, a popular waterpark at the Carlucci Recreation and Aquatic Center
Hummel Park, which offers a disc golf course and lakeside trails among its amenities
Oak Tree Golf Course, which boasts a Pete Dye-designed layout open to the public
Echo Hollow Nature Park, a large preserve with wooded trails and a fishing pond
The walking trails at Echo Hollow Nature Park are fantastic.
Friendship Gardens Park is a relaxing green space along a paved trail.
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The Shops at Perry Crossing stands outs
The Shops at Perry Crossing is the highlight of the retail and dining options concentrated along U.S. 40. The open-air mall debuted in 2005 under a different name, before a rebrand and renovation in 2015. The redesigned Town Square has a splash pad and hosts community events, including the annual Christmas Tree Lighting. It is anchored by Dick’s Sporting Goods and Barnes & Noble and includes an AMC cineplex with 18 theaters. There’s a Target, Kohl’s and more dining options nearby, and Aldi is just across U.S. 40. The Prewitt Restaurant and Lounge is a popular stop in the city’s cozy downtown district, which offers an eclectic mix of dining options.
Brew Link Brewpub is just outside of town.
Downtown Plainfield offers a mix of local businesses.
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