Keller Park
Suburban Neighborhood in South Bend, Indiana
St Joseph County 46616
Affordable homes with a large renter population
Several apartment buildings along the river bring in a high renter population, and the neighborhood's homes are often rented out, too. With an average size of 1,270 square feet and a median lot size of less than 1/8 acre, houses and yards are smaller than elsewhere in the city. Architectural styles include Cape Cods, ranch styles and bungalows, often built in the 1920s to '50s. The neighborhood is relatively affordable for South Bend in terms of home prices, though the cost per square foot is about on par with the city average. Prices start around $50,000 for fixer-uppers and reach $200,000 for newly renovated homes. Streets are lined with sidewalks, and most residents park on the street. Though several lots still sit empty after homes were demolished, developers are starting to take action. "There's a local non-profit working to make houses out of repurposed shipping containers," Benninghoff says. "They are focused on providing affordable housing for the neighborhood."
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Waterside trails and a local church
Keller Park locals enjoy the Riverside Trail alongside the St Joseph River, which includes a boat launch for kayaks and paddleboats. The bike-friendly trail winds along the banks, connecting with several city parks, including Woodlawn, Pinhook and Wheelock. The namesake Keller Park, closer to home, has a playground, sports courts and a restroom open during the day. Another neighborhood gathering space is Keller Park Church at the corner of the green space. The church offers childcare and faith-based education for infants through fifth grade, while also providing food and coats to families in need.
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Public schools provide free meals and family resources
As part of South Bend Community School Corporation, neighborhood kids are zoned to start at Muessel Elementary School, which gets a C-minus grade from Niche. During the summer, the school gives free lunches to kids under 18. Then it's on to Jefferson Middle School, rated C, and Adams High School, rated A-minus. Adams High School is the highest-ranked public high school in the district and offers the International Baccalaureate Program. The school district also runs the Brown Community Learning Center within the neighborhood. The center is home to the Family and Community Engagement Program, which offers summer camps, family literacy nights, mentorship programs and college scholarship opportunities. Not affiliated with the public school system, Transformation Ministries is another source of support for youth, with faith-based mentor programs and after-school activities.
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Bus lines and major employers
Bus lines run down Portage every hour, connecting into downtown South Bend, 2 miles away. The Riverside Trail can be helpful for bikers heading north, but it does not connect to downtown. The University of Notre Dame is only 2.5 miles east and is known for football games, theater performances and the iconic golden dome atop the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. In the other direction, the South Bend International Airport is 4 miles away, and the surrounding manufacturing and industrial companies are large employers. The Memorial Hospital is 2 miles south, another major employer. Within the neighborhood, Steel Warehouse is one of the largest Hot Roll steel processing facilities in the U.S.Local restaurants and plans for development
A few notable businesses along Portage are within walking distance and attract a loyal crowd. Bob's Pub is a no-frills bar that honors South Bend's Polish heritage with an annual Dyngus Day party and hosts regular pool leagues. For late-night cravings, Fat Boys Creamery stays open until 2 a.m., offering both savory tacos and sweet ice cream treats. The Portage-Elwood intersection is the closest shopping center to Keller Park, located at the neighborhood's southwest corner. With the closure of several businesses in recent years, the shopping center currently has little to offer. In 2024, the city hopes to change that by demolishing empty buildings and polling the surrounding residents on what they want to see added. For now, the closest grocery stores are Aldi and Meijer, about 2.5 miles north, and Trader Joe's, the same distance to the southeast.
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Possibilities of flooding in Keller Park
South Bend experienced two significant floods in 2016 and 2018, and though the river's water level never reached the neighborhood, some homes in low-lying areas had water pooling in the basements. Basements may still have lasting water damage, like mold issues and doors not fitting correctly in doorjambs. Since 2018, the city has tried to mitigate flooding, but there is still some risk in Keller Park. Today, the riverbank is in a FEMA Flood Zone AE, which means a 1% annual chance of flooding. A few of the homes along the banks are in Zone X, which means a 0.2% annual chance. In addition, rainfall hasn't yet reached the same level as in 2018, so mitigation efforts have yet to be tested.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Angela Pritchard
Angela Pritchard
Addresses Unlimited, LLC
(574) 406-0438
143 Total Sales
1 in Keller Park
$49,000 Price
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Abram Christianson
Abram Christianson
Howard Hanna SB Real Estate
(574) 406-0056
305 Total Sales
3 in Keller Park
$115K - $233K Price Range
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Maria Lisenko
Maria Lisenko
Responds QuicklyCressy & Everett - South Bend
(574) 444-0393
180 Total Sales
1 in Keller Park
$153,000 Price
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Dan Thompson
Dan Thompson
Responds QuicklyLochmondy Realty
(574) 406-0118
41 Total Sales
2 in Keller Park
$44K - $144K Price Range
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Brooklynn Ross
Brooklynn Ross
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty dba Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
(219) 336-8374
60 Total Sales
2 in Keller Park
$65K - $100K Price Range
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Michelle Bordeau
Michelle Bordeau
Responds QuicklySUNRISE Realty
(574) 344-2532
59 Total Sales
1 in Keller Park
$38,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 3rd to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Howard Park Ice Rink
Keller Park
Pinhook Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Keller Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Keller Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Keller Park, South Bend sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Keller Park, South Bend over the last 12 months is $115,000, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$119,950
Median Sale Price
$115,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$108,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$71
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
463
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1947
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,289
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,689
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$975 - $1,645 per month
- Riverside North Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 700+ Sq Ft
- 1643 Riverside Dr
- South Bend, IN
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,534
Median Age
36
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,434
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,080
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.4%
College Graduates
18.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.2%
% Population in Labor Force
73.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
84
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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