Walker
Neighborhood in Wheatfield, Indiana
Jasper County 46392, 47978
Ranch homes on spacious lots
Walker homes come in various shapes and sizes; many include acreage and space between neighbors. Ranch-style and bungalow homes are common throughout, with some larger constructions, like Cape Cods, mixed in. Prices typically range from $200,000 for a modest rancher to about $500,000 for a larger ranch-style or bungalow home with several acres of land. Larger homes with 10+ acres will cost between $600,000 and $800,000. Land lots are common, many going for under $50,000. Trees dot the residential streets where sidewalks are rare, but driveways and garages are the norm.
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Play rounds of golf at the Sandy Pines Golf Course
One of the largest outdoor recreation attractions in the area is Sandy Pines Golf Club. "It is a beautiful area that is highly regarded by golfers," Parrish says. "They are always expanding and upgrading." The club offers an 18-hole course and a venue for wedding and event services. The Kankakee Township Park is one of the standout parks, where people walk their dogs, play a game of pickleball and occasionally see a herd of Sandhill Cranes. "The Sandhill Cranes migrate to the area and can be seen all over in the fields," Parrish says. The Jasper-Pulaski Fish & Wildlife Area has over 8,000 acres of wetland and woods where locals go hunting and fishing.
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Highly rated schools in Wheatfield
Education for Walker students begins at Wheatfield Elementary School, earning an A-minus grade from Niche. Next is Kankakee Valley Middle School, earning an A-minus from Niche. Kankakee Valley High School is a B-graded institution by Niche that offers several clubs and activities. This includes jazz choir, foreign language, Esports and science clubs. "It is such a small school district that teachers can really invest in their students," Parrish says. "They are excited to work with the students, and when the morale is high, then it reflects throughout."Get together at the Sandhill Crane Festival
The small-town community theme is on full display during the Sandhill Crane Festival. The festival is every third Saturday in September and features a car show and several vendors. "It attracts a few thousand people and is a great way to get together and see everyone," Parrish says. Walker residents also gather in the town park for a Christmas tree lighting ceremony after Thanksgiving.Walker residents drive to nearby towns
Walker is a car-dependent area with no public transportation options nearby. Interstate 95 and Highway 421 are the main roadways near the neighborhood. Franciscan Wheatfield Health Center is the nearest medical center, located near Robbins Street. Air travel requires a 96-mile drive north to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, which offers domestic and international flights around the clock.Grab nachos after golfing at SP19
Life in the country means Walker residents need to jump on the road to access retail and restaurants. Stower and Son Meat and Grocers is the nearest grocery store in Wheatfield. Walmart is 25 miles away in Rensselaer, and other big-box stores, like Target, are 22 miles north in Valparaiso. SP19 is a kitchen and bar at the Sandy Pines Golf Club that serves pub favorites, like pizza, burgers and nachos. Antique hunters head west about 15 miles to Resale in Demott, a local boutique that sells vintage used items and antiques.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Richard Tokarz
Richard Tokarz
Advanced Real Estate, LLC
(219) 501-5437
126 Total Sales
2 in Walker
$360K - $393K Price Range
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Nadine Philips
Nadine Philips
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Real Estate Gr
(219) 217-4913
72 Total Sales
1 in Walker
$479,000 Price
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Terri Phegley
Terri Phegley
Cornerstone Real Estate Agency
(219) 355-3647
227 Total Sales
6 in Walker
$90K - $470K Price Range
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Jason Moon
Jason Moon
Trueblood Real Estate, LLC
(219) 351-6237
622 Total Sales
2 in Walker
$100K - $113K Price Range
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Meghan Maddox
Meghan Maddox
Responds QuicklyMTM Realty Group
(219) 259-5129
157 Total Sales
1 in Walker
$268,900 Price
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Alex Nickla
Alex Nickla
Responds Quickly(219) 312-5552
644 Total Sales
4 in Walker
$170K - $250K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 3rd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Spencer Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Tennis
Freedom Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Kankakee Township Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Walker | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Walker Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Walker, Wheatfield sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Walker, Wheatfield over the last 12 months is $417,820, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$435,000
Median Sale Price
$417,820
Median Single Family Sale Price
$410,640
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
16%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$205
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
972
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
4.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,036
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,503
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,753
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,811
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,492
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
13%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
43''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 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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