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Suburban feel with urban access
Fairfax is a predominantly residential community of mid-century houses in Southeast Wichita. The neighborhood is alongside U.S. 400, which is known locally as Kellogg Avenue, connecting the neighborhood directly to other parts of the city, including Downtown, about 4 miles west. Adjoining Fairfax to the north is College Hill, which can be reached on the Oliver Avenue bridge over U.S. 400, opening up access to more shops and restaurants. “Homes in College Hill cost more,” says Erica Boller, a Realtor with Urban Cool Homes who lives in College Hill. “So this is a great option because the price per square foot is cheaper and you can still ride your bike to get an ice cream in College Hill.” There’s also a public elementary school in the Fairfax, so students can walk or ride their bikes to school.
Fairfax is a small neighborhood with lots to offer.
Downtown Wichita is less than ten minutes away from Fairfax.
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Ranch-style homes and English-style cottages
Fairfax’s grid-pattern streets stretch to cul-de-sacs on the north side next to U.S. 400. While a wall blocks the sight of cars on the busy highway, it doesn’t quite block the sound. “You’re going to have a bit of noise at the end of the street,” says Boller, “But it’s not overwhelming.” The neighborhood features side-by-side ranch-style houses and English-style cottages built between the 1940s and ‘50s. They can range anywhere from 750 to 2,400 square feet, selling for $115,000 to $200,000. Most are built on 0.15-acre lots with fenced backyards that abut other backyards or connect to a back alleyway. Garages are also common.
Fairfax is full of many unique architectural designs.
A few of the v homes have detached garages.
Rows of bungalow homes can be found throughout Fairfax.
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Playground fun at Longview Park
Longview Park, a small pocket park on the north side of the neighborhood, includes a playground and gazebo. LW Clapp Park, about a mile and a half away, is a former golf course that’s since been converted into a disc golf course. For indoor recreation, the Greater Wichita YMCA’s Garvey Sports Center is less than a mile away, featuring a basketball gym and after-school programs.
Kids can climb on the playground at Longview Park near Fairfax.
Enjoy a round of disc golf at Clapp Park by Grandview Heights.
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A short walk to Jefferson Elementary School
Public school students attend Jefferson Elementary School, which earns a C-minus grade from Niche and is located in the neighborhood, walking distance from many homes. They’ll go on to Curtis Middle School and Wichita Southeast High School, each of which also earns a C-minus grade. The high school, commonly known as Southeast, is ranked the second-most diverse high school in the state.
Younger kids can attend Jefferson Elementary School.
Students can attend Southeast High School.
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Direct access to U.S. 400
Public transportation is available through Wichita Transit, which has bus stops along Oliver Avenue on the east side and Lincoln Street on the south side of the neighborhood. From U.S. 400, it’s about a 4-mile drive to downtown, which Boller says takes about five to 10 minutes. The highway can also be taken for a 8.5-mile drive to Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport.
Quick trip to restaurants in College Hill
College Hill's retail and dining spots are accessible to the north, and more can be found less than 2 miles south at the junction of Oliver Avenue and Harry Street. College Hill offers various dining experiences, whether locals are in the mood for a homestyle breakfast at Livingston’s Café, high-end cuisine at George’s French Bistro or dessert on the patio at Papa’s Ice Cream & Treats. Residents can also eat at dozens of restaurants on Harry Street, including multi-cultural ones such as Pho Ong 8, a Vietnamese restaurant, Taqueria El Fogon, serving traditional Mexican food and Shanghai, known for its all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet. Dillons is the nearest grocery. On Oliver Street, there’s Grace Market for specialty Asian products and several local shops, including multiple beauty supply stores and Book-A-Holic, which has a large collection of used book. For even more shopping, Towne East Square, an indoor mall with more than 100 businesses, is about 2 miles away.
Enjoy a sweet treat at Fairfax's Churn & Burn.
Fuzziwig's Candy Shop has a variety of delicious delicacies to try near Fairfax.
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2-bedroom home with great potential! The converted garage offers a spacious bonus room, perfect for an office or extra living space. A floored attic space provides convenient storage. Featuring a few newer windows and fresh interior paint, this home is ready for your personal touch and updates to make it truly your own.
This well maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home welcomes you with a spacious living room and neutral decor. The efficient kitchen features sleek countertops and crisp cabinetry, while two generously sized bedrooms with ample closets are serviced by a full hall bath. An attached one-car garage provides direct entry to the home and there is a private fenced backyard, perfect for weekend barbecues or
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,069
Median Age
33
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,413
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,042
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.1%
College Graduates
23.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.5%
% Population in Labor Force
76.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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