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Serenity in Western Wichita
The name “Orchard Park” conjures up tree-lined streets and tranquility, and it’s fitting for this relaxed neighborhood on the edge of Wichita. “It’s actually really quiet, even though it’s centrally located,” says Fiesta Real Estate owner-broker Bernardo Flores, “it’s just a good place to live.” Wichita’s aircraft manufacturing boom drove its growth in the early and mid-19th century, reflected by the midcentury homes with picket fences and off-street parking that make up the streetscapes of Orchard Park. Today, residents continue to make Wichita “The Air Capital of the World,” working in the airplane manufacturing and healthcare industries that drive the city’s continuing development. At the end of the workday, they make the return to Orchard Park to unwind in their private, fenced yards or take a stroll along the quiet side streets.
This aerial view shows several different home styles and lot sizes in Orchard Park.
Orchard Park is a neighborhood full of natural beauty.
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Midcentury homes dominate the market
Modest midcentury ranch-style dwellings with features like low-sloping roofs and bay windows are common in Orchard Park. There are also a few split-level layouts with one-car garages tucked underneath the second story. Remodeled traditional homes can also be found across the neighborhood for something a bit more modern. Orchard Park house prices “have slowly gone up over the years, but it’s still very affordable considering the location,” says Flores, and this shows in the fact that homes in Orchard Park spend under half the number of days on market than the national average. The median price hovers around $175,000, which reflects the fact that two-thirds of the homes in the neighborhood sell for between $130,000 and $190,000, with very few reaching above $230,000.
It is common to find ranch styled homes throughout Orchard Park.
You can find several two-story homes with brick and wood sidings in Orchard Park.
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Orchard Park is an older neighborhood with ample activities available.
Fast commutes to jobs across Wichita
Orchard Park provides convenience without having to deal with through traffic, notes Flores, “It’s right next to Interstate 235 and Kellogg Avenue, but it’s not a high-traffic area.” This is helpful for the blue-collar workers who need to head to the manufacturing jobs to the east and west – like those in the aircraft industry who head to Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, just over 4 miles southwest. Healthcare is the other major employer in the region, and Via Christi Hospital St. Francis is 4 miles away, providing 24-hour emergency care as well as hundreds of jobs. One mile further, Wesley Medical Center has served the community since 1912.
Diversity in dining options
Latin flavor in Orchard Park shines through as Tacos Lopez serves up their takes on savory Mexican classics late into the night. Asian takeout staples including crab Rangoon or lo mein feature alongside street food like satay and paad krapow at Thai House. Just to the northeast, a Dillons grocery store provides everything residents need for day-to-day meals. Wichita shopping centers like Towne West Square or Sweetbriar are nearby and feature big box stores. Generations of Wichita is home to over 70 vendors offering antique and artisan products, while Mopig’s is filled with vintage toys, collectibles, gaming consoles and games, trading cards and more.
Get a taste of seafood at Orchard Park’s Crazy Crab.
Enjoy authentic Mexican food at San Salvador Cafe in Orchard Park.
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Orchard Park houses a rubber baseball diamond for the Miracle League of Wichita.
Offering unique athletes an opportunity
At the heart of the neighborhood is the namesake park, with a playground and courts for basketball and tennis, along with a quarter pipe at the skatepark specifically meant for beginners. Most notably, Orchard Park houses a rubber baseball and kickball diamond for the Miracle League of Wichita, a sports organization for athletes with disabilities – the first of its kind, open since 2012. Orchard Park Pool has a twisty waterslide, and residents can scale the rock-climbing wall or jump off the diving board in the warm weather. In cold weather, Orchard Recreation Center has a small fitness center and gymnasium with pickleball courts – enthusiasts will become a member at The Pickle Club, which offers pickleball lessons, leagues or slightly less competitive open play times.
Magnet schools feature heavily
Most children in Orchard Park will attend nearby Dodge Elementary, a magnet school with a program focused on literacy. Some may attend O.K. Elementary School, while still other may start at Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School, with the magnet theme of Project Based Learning. All of these elementary schools earn a C or better from Niche. Students come together at Hadley Middle School, which earns a C grade and offers a wide range of art and sports activities. Football players can follow in the footsteps of Hall of Famer Barry Sanders at Wichita North High School, a C-plus school with a four-year Bio-Med program that prepares students to move into the healthcare industry. Students may also attend other magnet schools within the Wichita Public Schools USD259 or private schools like St. Joseph Catholic or Northfield School of the Liberal Arts.
For sixth through eighth grade, students can attend Orchard Park’s Hadley Middle School.
Welcome to O.K. Elementary School.
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There are a wide variety of home styles throughout Orchard Park.
Part of the greater city
Tucked away from the heart of the city, Orchard Park doesn’t host too many events, instead heading downtown for Wichita Riverfest, a nine-day long-running festival featuring concerts, fireworks, food courts and more that generally takes place over the first full week of June. It’s the largest community event in Kansas, and residents will head down multiple times over the run of the fest.
Much more than just a park
Sedgwick County Park is a quick hop under Interstate 235. It’s no ordinary county park – it’s home to the Sedgwick County Zoo, which allows guests to walk among a few of the zoo’s 3,000 animals in their experimental exhibits. It’s also the grounds for the Great Plains Renaissance and Scottish Festivals, along with a baseball field complex, RC track, pickleball courts, a massive playground and four lakes amongst miles of walking trails.
Budding skateboarders can hit the quarter pipe at Orchard Park.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,855
Median Age
41
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,879
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,119
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
25.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
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®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
23/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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