Rural living is alive and well in Newton County, Indiana. The county consists of open fields and farmland, with a handful of villages sprinkled throughout the area. Homebuyers in Newton County can expect quiet residential streets and a small-town atmosphere with open fields and forest views as far as the eye can see. "They have plans to build it up, but right now, we're still just that small farming community," says Marianne Carmony, General Manager at Oak Lake RV Resort in Newton County. "People come here to get away from the city life. They enjoy the peace and quiet."
Residents of Roselawn enjoy hunting across the 20,000 acres of dry land.
Willow Slough has beautiful walking trails that truly highlight Roselawns beautiful nature.
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Fair Oaks Farm and Newton County’s Pun’kin Vine Fair
Fair Oaks Farm in Newton County is a functioning farm offering educational programs, interactive exhibits, event spaces and dining. Fair Oaks Farms also sponsors Newton County's Pun'kin Vine Fair, which has country music concerts, a pageant, demolition derbies, an antique tractor parade and more each year in July. Roselawn has several campgrounds, including the family-friendly Oak Lake RV Resort. "It's like a home away from home," says the resort's general manager, Carmony. Roselawn also has two adult-only clothing-optional camps, Ponderosa Sun Club and Sun Aura Resort.
Roselawn is home to the famous Fair Oaks Farms.
Fair Oaks Farms has plenty of activities for kids of all ages.
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Ranches, bi-levels and farmhouses on large tracts of land
"Prices for homes and the taxes are still fairly reasonable in Newton County. If you go across the county line to Jasper, the taxes go way up. But it's still not Illinois taxes," Carmony says. Ranch-style homes are the most popular in the area, though it's also possible to find bi-levels, split levels, and farmhouses on large tracts of farmland. Manufactured and ranch-style homes begin in the mid-$100,000s, while farmhouse-style homes reach the low-$300,000s. Most homes in the area were built before the 1980s, with some homes dating back to the 1800s, but there are some newer developments as well. Recent developments include Deer Ridge Estates in Lake Village, which features two-story, Craftsman-inspired homes starting at just under $400,000.
Rows of ranch style homes sit far off the road for plenty of room in the front yard.
In Roselawn, you’ll find a wide variety of home styles including quaint Tudor homes.
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Village parks and Willow Slough Fish and Wildlife Area
In addition to its campgrounds, Newton County has several village parks and locales for wildlife lovers. Residents can stroll around Cast Park's pond in Kentland or play on the baseball field and playgrounds next to the Lake Village Community Center. At the Willow Slough Fish and Wildlife Area, visitors launch their boats and cast a line on J.C. Murphy Lake or hunt for deer, waterfowl and turkey on almost 10,000 acres of woodland. The reserve has over a dozen miles of hiking trails around the lake and forested areas.
Baseball fields are nestled all over Roselawn to be enjoyed by all.
The J.C Murphy Lake is 1200 acres large, but is closed to boating during waterfowl season.
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Local dining at Frankie’s Village Restaurant and Mel’s Downtown
Just east of Roselawn in De Motte, Frankie's Village Restaurant serves comfort food favorites like spaghetti with meat sauce, hoagies and strawberry pie. Mel's Downtown in Morocco is another popular, no-frills spot, serving dishes like omelets and pancakes for breakfast and cheeseburgers and pizza for lunch and dinner. For quick grocery trips, Save-A-Lot in Roselawn offers the basics. More extensive shopping trips can be made at the Southlake Mall, 26 miles north.
Don's Drive In brings a classic diner vibe to Roselawn.
Frankies Village Restaurant is a local favorite for tasty take out in Roselawn.
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Career licenses at North Newton Junior-Senior High
Students living in Roselawn may attend Lincoln Elementary School before enrolling in North Newton Junior-Senior High School, both of which earn a C rating from Niche. North Newton Junior-Senior High School students can earn career licenses, certifications and college credit through nearby Ivy Tech Community College and Purdue Northwest.
South Newton middle school is a highly rated school located in Roselawn with 208 students.
North Newton Jr/Sr High school is centrally located in the heart of Roselawn.
Lake Village elementary is located on the west side of Roselawn and is home to 194 students.
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A quick drive from Downtown Chicago
Downtown Chicago is approximately 65 miles from Roselawn and is accessible by car via Interstate 65 and Interstate 90. "A lot of people who live in this area like going to Chicago for activities without having to live in it," says Carmony.
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Located in the heart of the Midwest, Union-Jasper County in Roselawn, Indiana offers a unique blend of rural tranquility, natural beauty and small-town charm. This region is distinguished by its extensive green pastures and fertile farmland. It's conveniently about a 40-minute drive to Merrillville and just under an hour to Valparaiso. In Union-Jasper, residents will find open space for a bit of breathing room, family owned and operated businesses, and a rich sense of community engagement. <br><br>Long stretches of grasslands and woodlands border the main thoroughfares, including U.S. I-65 and U.S. 231, which both span the length of the township. Densely forested areas on the cozy secondary streets encircle well-kept ranch-style homes and farmhouses. Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles to navigate the area. During leisurely drives through the countryside, it’s common to see residences with horses galloping about. Home prices range from $260,000 and reach up to $765,000. Large lots and acres of land are also viable purchase options, ranging from half an acre to 20 acres. Plots of land cost roughly between $14,000 and $210,000. <br><br>Although residents have their private backyards to enjoy nature, Brightstone Lake offers a respite fit for camping, fishing and waterfront views. Residents can go out on the water with their personal canoes, paddle along the calm waters and soak in the scenic sky views against the lake’s reflection. For fishing enthusiasts, there are bass, crappie, perch and more. “We wanted to create a fun getaway right in our community,” says joint-owner Eric Roosma. “When we go on vacation, we stay in places similar to the ones we’re building. So, we thought we’d bring that to our own community.” Currently, camping and fishing are a favorite pastime on the lake. Cabins are 700-1,000 square feet with ornate wood trimmings and wood fireplaces. “I was born and raised here,” says Roosma. “And I wanted to bring an oasis to my hometown. We’re rooted in the community.”<br><br>Nearby Fair Oaks Park provides traditional play areas, while Fair Oaks Farms provides 40 acres of activities for all ages, including the exciting Cowtoberfest held in early October. The event features highly anticipated activities such as pumpkin carving and a pumpkin weigh-off and is hosted by Food Network stars Jon Neill and David Smith from the show Halloween Wars. Additionally, the free event offers apple picking, bounce houses and train rides for kids. By their admission, the residents are dog lovers. To celebrate their pooches, the Dog-A-Palooza event, which is also located at Fair Oaks Farms, brings together furry friends and their humans for a day of adventure. The event happens in June and the funds are donated to local animal shelters. The lineup includes a 2K Dog Walk and an amateur dog show. <br><br>Union-Jasper residents have the choice of sending their school-age children to private and public schools. Rensselaer Central Primary School and Rensselaer Middle School, which both earn an overall Niche score of a B provide a strong educational foundation before moving on to Rensselaer Central High School, which earns an overall Niche score of B-minus, with teachers and diversity earning the highest accolades. Rensselaer Central High celebrates a student-led podcast and media club, called Bomber TV, which also has its own YouTube channel. <br><br>The culinary scene nods to the rural environment in which it sits. Farmhouse Restaurant located on the compound of Fair Oaks Farms is vibrant, stately and hard to miss. The farmhouse barn is decorated with a wall-to-ceiling brick fireplace and wagon wheel light fixtures. The outdoor patio has an inviting stone fireplace. The menu highlights the Espresso Crusted Pork Ribeye, Pecan-Crusted Walleye, Fair Oaks Farms’ Mac N Cheese and Fair Oaks Farms Ice Cream. Pour House Bar & Grill keeps residents entertained until 3 a.m. Residents can stay late, play pool, order up a pizza and have a beer. <br><br>For retail shopping, Restored Resale offers unique second-hand finds, while Save a Lot sells produce and pantry essentials. The community prides itself on agriculture appreciation, by supporting local businesses such as Windy Ridge Dairy, Iroquois Swine Breeders and Ed Regan Printing Machinery Movers. <br><br>Residents who need additional retail needs, shopping and entertainment, they can visit nearby Valparaiso.
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
4,104
Median Age
42
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$77,822
On par with the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$92,052
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.1%
College Graduates
13%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®®
12/ 100
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