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A mixed-use community near the airport
Lincoln Way is an established South Bend neighborhood with an urban vibe. Just 3 miles from downtown, the community has easy access to shopping, dining and parks. It is also within walking distance of many schools. In addition to single-family homes, the community comprises apartments, retail and light industrial areas. A drive through the residential sections reveals midcentury and vintage homes, many in need of updating, and overgrown vacant lots. Mature maple trees line the wide streets, offering shade to sections of the sidewalks. The neighborhood is less than 2 miles from South Bend International Airport, which may cause noise issues in some areas.
The Lincoln Way neighborhood is connected to downtown by the Lincoln Highway.
Lincoln Way is ust a few miles from downtown South Bend, IN.
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Easy access to major employers
Honeywell Aerospace and the University of Notre Dame are major employers, while the historic Lincoln Highway (U.S. Route 20) runs through the center of the neighborhood, taking commuters to their downtown jobs. South Bend Transpo has stops along Lincoln way, while South Bend International Airport is 1.6 miles away. Mercy Hospital is a 3-mile drive in the event of an emergency.
Historic Lincoln Highway runs right through Lincoln Way leading to downtown South Bend.
The Transpo Bus System of South Bend runs all through Lincoln Way.
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Different styles over the years
Lincoln Way has featured different architectural styles over the years. Craftsman homes were popular in the 1920s, while bungalows, Cape Cod, ranch-style and Colonial Revivals sprung up in the 1940s and 50s. Prices are consistent between $73,000 and $188,000. Lots run around an eighth of an acre, suitable for small gardens, while most homes have garages.
Most of the homes in Lincoln Way are smaller, on small lots and older.
Lincoln Way has seen a spike in home renovations over the last few years.
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Pizza to go
Trader Joe's and Martin's Super Markets are nearby for stocking up the pantry. In addition to several chain restaurants, Lincoln Way has some independent establishments in the neighborhood. Lacopos's Pizzaria and Volcano Restaurant are local favorites as is Garden Wok, serving Chinese specialties in a casual setting.
Lacopos's Pizza has been serving up classic pies for decades in South Bend.
The Sunrise Cafe serves up delicious breakfast food all day.
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High school offers a variety of extracurricular activities
Lincoln Way is served by the South Bend Community School Corporation, which permits enrolled students to change schools. Young people can start their education at Coquillard Elementary School and move on to Dickinson Intermediate Fine Arts Academy, both of which have C-minus grades from Niche. Washington High School has a B-minus and offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including a debate club, a drama club and ceramics.
Washington High School has a B-minus from niche and offers fun clubs like video game club.
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy is a public school in South Bend, IN.
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Water playground for the kids
Just outside the southeast border is Kennedy Park, which has a playground, baseball diamond, basketball courts and a walking trail. The recently added Kennedy Water Playground is geared for toddlers through elementary school-aged children. It is open from June 1 to August 4, after which it will only be open on weekends from August 10 to September 2. To the east, Mussell Grove Park is an 18.2 space offering a bike path, ball fields, playgrounds and picnic shelters.
Local soccer meetups and practices happen regularly at Muessel Grove Park.
Local kids can burn off some youthful energy at Kennedy Park's swing sets.
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Helping those in need
Unity Gardens is a non-profit organization that provides freshly grown produce to those in need. The organization's mission is to improve community health by increasing the accessibility of fruits and vegetables and providing education on nutrition and food preparation. Volunteers and staff plant and care for the gardens, and folks from the community are invited to come out to harvest. "The garden is open to everyone, and we don't require proof of economic status," Steward says. "This is a uniquely dignified way to provide for the disadvantaged," says Sara Stewart, founder and CEO of Unity Gardens. The organization holds events and classes, has a store and recruits volunteers. Nearby Imani Unidad offers counseling, education and advocacy to enhance the social and mental well-being of marginalized individuals in the South Bend community.
The Unity Garden is a community gardening plot open to all residents of Lincoln Way.
Lincoln Way is comprised of mostly smaller homes on small lots.
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Parks in this Area
Muessel Grove Park
Kennedy Park
Westhaven Park
Voorde Park
Transit
Airport
South Bend International
13 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lincoln Way
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lincoln Way, South Bend sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Lincoln Way, South Bend over the last 12 months is $120,103, up 4% from the average 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,693
Median Age
33
Population under 18
32.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,346
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,906
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.7%
College Graduates
11.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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