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Campus community with heart
Encompassing Wichita State University and its neighbors to the south, the people of Fairmount support each other. The Shocker Neighborhood Coalition and other campus organizations bolster this community through Mobile Produce Distribution food trucks, Good Neighbors Care cleanups and Redbud Trail community walks. As Wichita State’s student population continues to hit record highs, the campus’ reach has expanded – the surrounding area has been redeveloped by apartment complexes and become less residential. Now, both long-time residents and short-term students call Fairmount home.
The WSU water tower is a popular landmark in Fairmount.
Pathways at WSU allow students to bike to class in Fairmount.
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19th-century Cape Cods and ranch-styles
Arts and Crafts Cape Cods and ranch-styles reminisce about a 1940s Midwestern countryside, but single carports and ample driveways adapt them to city living. “There are a lot of one-of-a-kind houses near Fairmount Park,” says 44-year Realtor Jack Silvers with River City Realty. “They were built by Proudfoot and Bird, a Kansas architectural firm that was internationally known in the late 1800s.” Most homes are set close to sidewalks and wide streets but have room enough for a couple of mulch beds. Two-bedrooms range from $100,000 to $120,000, while three-bedrooms will be around $160,000. Prices depend on the number of renovations needed, as these historic homes are often not move-in-ready. Rental properties and newly built apartments are available nearer to the WSU campus.
One story ranch-styles are a home popular style in Fairmount.
Homes in Fairmount are shaded by trees and feature large yards.
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WSU events and performances
Among the many extracurriculars on campus, WSU students can catch movie screenings, campus meetings and live entertainers at the Campus Activities Center Theater. Everyone can enjoy theatrical performances at 553-seat Wilner Auditorium, and party hosts can rent Fairmount Park’s community center for special events. For quirky history buffs, the original Pizza Hut was established on campus in 1958, and its museum holds weekday tours. Nearby Paradise Baptist Church hosts 1st Fridays, a farmer’s market with neighborhood vendors and free produce for seniors.
Visit the original Pizza Hut on the WSU Campus in Fairmount.
Wichita State has a number of extracurricular activities for students to choose from.
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Education at Wichita Public Schools
While students south of 17th Street will have different school zoning, northernmost students will likely start at Buckner Performing Arts and advance to Stucky Middle, both rated a C by Niche. With 35 sports and clubs, C-plus-rated Wichita Heights High will likely be their next step. Wichita State is the region’s No. 1 most affordable research university, home to over 30 renowned institutes and state-of-the-art labs.
Younger students can attend Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School in WIchita.
Students living in Wichita can attend Stucky Middle School.
Wichita Heights High School serves students in Fairmount.
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Fairmount Park and Wichita State sports
Sports enthusiasts will like the basketball and futsal courts at Fairmount Park, and west of campus, Lynette Woodard Park has community classes for judo, kickboxing and karate. They might also catch a track match at Cessna Stadium or a basketball game at Charles Koch Arena, and Wilkins Stadium softball is electric in the springtime. Bikers can head to 17th Street for the Redbud Trail, a 16-mile repurposed railroad track that connects to major routes around the city.
Fairmount Park offers several sporting activities and plenty of open space.
Sand volleyball courts at Fairmount Park offer fun recreation for residents.
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Fairmount Coffee, Kirby’s and Shakey Jake’s
For a morning caffeine fix, residents can grab a cup at Fairmount Coffee, a nonprofit centered on good lattes and community outreach. Lunch at the Wichita State Food Truck Plaza is sure to surprise – with rotating vendor schedules every week, foodies can always try something new. They might finish out the day at Kirby’s, an arcade bar with live music almost every day. Shoppers can browse men’s clothing at Game On 316 or the women’s selection at The Pink Package. Afterward, they can grab groceries at Shakey Jake’s Variety Store or nearby Dollar General. “The east end of the university has more hotels and restaurants,” says Realtor Jack Silvers. “That’s a big attraction, especially for people that have kids going to school there.”
Enjoy live music and drinks at Kirby’s in Fairmount.
Credo Coffee Shop offers 8-ball pool and a great place to study in Fairmount.
Residents can enjoy a cup of coffee at Fairmount Coffee Co.
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17th Street and Interstate 135
Most shopping and dining will be walkable or bikeable on 17th Street, but residents will need a car for longer trips. West of the neighborhood, Interstate 135 has connections to State Routes 96 and 400, so commuters have easy access to the rest of Wichita.
Taking the bus provides easy transportation throughout Fairmount.
Residences of Fairmount can utilize the Wichita Public Bike system.
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Fairmount Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairmount, Wichita sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairmount, Wichita over the last 12 months is $154,000, up 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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