South 13th Street
Early 20th century housing on gridded streets
Most homes in the South 13th Street neighborhood were built between 1890 and 1920, and styles reflect the time period. Prospective buyers will find wood-paneled cottages, American Foursquares and bungalows on compact, gridded lots. Prices range from just over $50,000 for investment properties to upwards of $130,000. The cost of living is relatively low, says local Realtor and lifelong resident Laura Hudson. “People can move here and buy quite a bit more of a house than they can in another town like Chicago or California or something,” she says. Some trees are as old as the houses they shade, and cars park on the street or in small, detached garages. The neighborhood’s CAP Index Crime Score is a 5 out of 10, slightly higher than the national average of 4.
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Playgrounds, basketball and social-service centers in local parks
At the intersection of College Avenue and South 13th Street sits Washington Park. Here, residents will find a small splash pad, a playground and a community center that's home to the Chances and Services for Youth organization (CASY). This social-services group works to connect families with affordable childcare. Oakley Park, home to playground equipment and basketball hoops, sits next to the fire station on South 9th Street. Graham Park is shaded by century-old trees. With public restrooms and plenty of space for running around, Thompson Park is the neighborhood’s largest green space.
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A planetarium at Terre Haute South Vigo High School
Students in the area can attend Vigo County Schools like DeVaney Elementary School, which earns a B from Niche, and C-rated Sarah Scott Middle School. Terre Haute South Vigo High School receives a B. Home of the Braves, the high school is also known for an onsite planetarium that hosts free public events and school field trips. Vigo County students can choose among 34 career pathways — including everything from a focus in the culinary arts to automotive services. Indiana State University, or ISU, a major employer in the area, is about 2 miles away.
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Neighborhood bars, Prohibition tunnels and shopping malls
Charlie’s Pub & Grub, where “Tweety Burgers” are made from locally sourced beef, opened in the 1970s and is still going strong in the neighborhood today. Customers may enjoy the pub's live music on weekends and the pool tables and open-mic nights on Thursdays. Other long-standing establishments in the area include Stables Steakhouse, known for its premium cuts of meat, wine collection and formal dining rooms, and M. Mogger’s, a rustic sister restaurant to Stables. According to its general manager, Prohibition-era tunnels connect the two businesses. Antique furniture, clothing and vintage knickknacks are sold at Glendy’s Uptown Mall, and there are dozens of chain retailers 3 miles away in Haute City Center. Residents can buy groceries at Baelser’s Market on Poplar Street or at the Wabash Avenue Kroger.
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Downtown museums and arenas
With the exception of live music at Charlie’s, arts and entertainment opportunities are largely concentrated in downtown Terre Haute. The city’s children’s museum is particularly popular, and the Vigo County History Center houses relics from Terre Haute’s past, including a replica of a 1950s diner. The ISU Sycamores tip-off at the Hulman Center, which reopened in 2020 after a series of renovations, and a larger-than-life statue of Larry Bird, who played for the Sycamores before his NBA days, greet fans outside.
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Public bus routes and air travel from Indianapolis
Downtown Terre Haute is accessible via the Southeast/Southside or South 7th routes of the city’s public-transit network. Interstate 70 leads about 60 miles to Bloomington and about 75 miles to Indianapolis. For flights, most residents head 65 miles — or an hour's drive — to the Indianapolis International Airport, but there’s also a small regional airport. “Some businesses have planes and hangers here, and we have a little restaurant in the airport where you can eat lunch and watch the planes come in and out. If that was there when my son was little, it would have been so fun,” says Hudson. The nearby Union Hospital is part of the Union Health network and is one of the city’s largest employers.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tracey Symon
Tracey Symon
NEXTHOME REAL ESTATE CONNECTIONS
(930) 666-2354
162 Total Sales
22 in South 13th Street
$16K - $239K Price Range
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Alison Fernandez
Alison Fernandez
The Stewart Home Group
(888) 612-9688
106 Total Sales
1 in South 13th Street
$45,500 Price
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Brandon Halleck
Brandon Halleck
CENTURY 21 ELITE
(930) 666-2535
20 Total Sales
3 in South 13th Street
$37K - $160K Price Range
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Laura Hudson
Laura Hudson
KEY REALTY INDIANA
(930) 666-2750
31 Total Sales
1 in South 13th Street
$85,000 Price
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Lynda Miller
Lynda Miller
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Newlin-Miller REALTORS®
(930) 666-1415
56 Total Sales
2 in South 13th Street
$35K - $900K Price Range
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Jeff Jewell
Jeff Jewell
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Newlin-Miller REALTORS®
(930) 666-2454
74 Total Sales
2 in South 13th Street
$40,000 Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Washington Park
Graham Park
Fairbanks Park
Deming Park
Fairbanks Park National Heritage Trail Stop
Oakley Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South 13th Street | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South 13th Street Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South 13th Street, Terre Haute sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South 13th Street, Terre Haute over the last 12 months is $379,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$355,000
Median Sale Price
$379,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$297,400
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$210
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,437
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1905
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,382
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,647
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,229
Median Age
32
Population under 18
27.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$35,035
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,230
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.8%
College Graduates
19.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.8%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
18
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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