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Jasper County township anchored by DeMotte
Keener Township is one of 13 townships in Jasper County, the rural neighbor to Lake County in northwest Indiana. It is home to just under 11,000 residents, many of whom live within centrally located DeMotte, a community hub for Little League games and the main shopping destination. Acres of farmland connected by country roads and unincorporated, small-scale developments comprise the rest of the township. The area's popular golf course and annual events at DeMotte’s parks provide recreation and entertainment. Interstate 65, which passes through the township's west side, connects Keener to Crown Point and Merrillville, the Lake Michigan shoreline and Metra for commutes to downtown Chicago.
Early 20th century homes in DeMotte and rambling farmhouses throughout the township
From the 1950s to the early 2000s, Keener’s buildable land attracted developers, so today’s market covers a range of options that complement downtown DeMotte’s selection of folk-style homes from the early 1900s. Buildable lots still go on sale, ranging from about $20,000 to $120,000—though options reaching past $500,000 hit the market less frequently. Ranch-style homes, split-levels and New Traditional homes sit on lots measuring from one-third to a full acre with sidewalks out front and mature tree shade in the backyard. Most sell from $115,000 to $500,000, depending on the age and condition, as some homes need repairs to become move-in ready. Custom homes on country roads or in the Preserve at Sandy Pines golf course community range from $530,000 to $850,000.
From Field of Dreams to Sandy Pines Golf Club
Community parks are interspersed amongst DeMotte’s residential and commercial areas. The largest park, Field of Dreams, has a collection of baseball/softball and soccer fields on the west side. Spencer Park is an active community hub with summertime festivals and concerts that also includes a playground, tennis courts and a pool. “We also have one of the nicest golf courses in Indiana,” says Linda White, secretary with the DeMotte Chamber of Commerce and local Realtor with McColly Real Estate. “People travel from all over the country to go play.” Located on the east side of Keener, Sandy Pines Golf Club is an 18-hole public course that NBC’s GolfPass ranked the second best in Indiana in 2024.
Heading to downtown DeMotte for groceries and restaurants
Halleck Street runs through downtown DeMotte past Demotte Shopping Plaza, the main shopping area in Keener Township. Along with major chains, the neighborhood Strack and Van Til and Dollar General are located here. Also along the thoroughfare, Cup of Joy Café serves fresh ground brews and pastries along with lighter lunch options like soups and wrap, and Boundary Waters Restaurant stays open late on Fridays and Saturdays with a full bar and pool tables. Hoosier Daddy’s Homemade Ice Cream crafts unique flavors like candy cane and apple crisp sundaes. More shopping options are farther north in Crown Point and Merrillville.
Getting to northwest Indiana cities or downtown Chicago
While generally car-dependent, Keener Township residents can utilize Jasper County Community Services to schedule bus rides up to one week in advance. Interstate 65 and U.S. 231 run north to south. It’s about 20 miles north to Crown Point, 26 to Merrillville and about 67 miles to Chicago on the Indiana Toll Road. The South Shore Line, located 36 miles from Keener, provides commuters Metra service to the Windy City. Though there are urgent care centers in DeMotte, the closest emergency room is Franciscan Health Crown Point, 17 miles away. Travelers choose between Chicago Midway International Airport, 65 miles away, and Indianapolis International Airport, 128 miles east.
Zoned for Kankakee Valley School Corporation
DeMotte Elementary School teaches prekindergarten through third grade and receives an A-minus rating on Niche. Students continue to Kankakee Valley Intermediate School for fourth and fifth grade then Kankakee Valley Middle School. Both schools are graded B-plus. Kankakee Valley High School scores a B. The school's career and technical education program allows students to receive training to become welders, emergency medical technicians and educators. DeMotte Christian Schools are a private, tuition-based option for prekindergarten through 12th grade.
Festivities in DeMotte parks
Many Keener Township resources are anchored in DeMotte. “The library is a pillar in the community,” says Shannon Heldak, manager of the DeMotte Public Library. “We provide free programs for all ages, from birth to seniors.” These range from monthly story times for little ones to book discussions and bingo for the adults. “Our Chamber of Commerce has a big presence,” White says. “The Movie in the Park is a fun event, the businesses will supply snacks. And then we have farmer markets in the summer.” The second Saturday of August draws up to 6,000 visitors to DeMotte for the community's Touch of Dutch Festival. “It’s the largest festival in Jasper County,” White says. “We have food, crafts, and a parade. We give different prizes for the best use of the Dutch theme, and we have the Citizen of the Year and Grand Marshall. This year, we outgrew Spencer Park.”
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Parks in this Area
Spencer Park
Picnic Area
Pool
Tennis
Shelby Community Park
Freedom Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis
Grand Kankakee Marsh Co Park
Alyea Memorial Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Keener
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Keener, Roselawn sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Keener, Roselawn over the last 12 months is $323,323, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Charming downtown 2 unit complex move-in ready and full of potential! This property offers generous living space with open-concept layout throughout, 3 beds/1 bath in each the upstairs and downstairs units, and is located right in the heart of downtown DeMotte. The upstairs unit is move-in ready, making it ideal for an owner-occupant or immediate rental income. Both units boast historic charm,
Beautiful Brick Ranch! This well-maintained home sits on a spacious corner lot in town. Convenient, quiet, and safe- this house is located very close to shopping, the town park, police station, and more! Big rooms throughout with gorgeous hardwood floors in the bedrooms and a tile kitchen. Enjoy the backyard patio with privacy from the mature landscaping trees to the rear of the lot. Plenty of
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,101
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,308
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,413
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
College Graduates
20.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
40''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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