$383,284Average Value$194Average Price per Sq Ft12Homes For Sale
A community with room to breathe in the Indiana countryside
Walker sits 75 miles south of Chicago in the heart of the farm country of north-central Indiana, with vast open plains and fields. "People move here because you get the small-town feel with larger city amenities not too far away," Evie Parrish says. Parrish is a member of the nearby Wheatfield Chamber of Commerce. "You're not completely withdrawn from civilization but get the desired quietness." The township was established in 1851 and has a population of around 1,700 residents. Murals around the town add artistic vibrance throughout the community. Among the murals is one of a Sandhill Crane, one of Indiana's most popular wildlife species that visit the area by the thousands in the late fall and early winter.
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.
Cape Cods with mature trees bring plenty of character to Walker.
Rows of maintenance free duplexes sit along the entrance to Sandy Pines Golf Course.
You can find ranch style homes in the outskirts of Walker.
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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.
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.
Play a round of golf at one of the highest rated golf courses in Indiana.
Residents of Walker enjoy spending time at the Stoutsburg Savanna Nature Preserve.
Play a game of tennis or a game of pickleball at Kankakee Valley High School.
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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.
SP19 is the bar and lounge located at the Sandy Pines Country Club.
Marcellas Pizzeria isa favorite pizza place in Walker.
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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."
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.
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Walker Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Walker, Wheatfield sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Walker, Wheatfield over the last 12 months is $382,450, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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