Why Live in Foster
Foster, a neighborhood in Marion, features a mix of bungalows, ranch-style homes, Nationals, and duplexes, with many properties personalized by residents with flowerpots and small bushes. The streets are mostly narrow and lack sidewalks, except for Highland Avenue. Matter Park is a popular spot for families, offering fenced playgrounds, butterfly gardens, and seasonal events like the Marion Fall Festival and Walkway of Light. River’s Edge Family Golf Center provides mini-golf and fall activities, while Marion Elks Lodge and Golf Course caters to golf enthusiasts. Dining options include Waylon’s Bar in the neighborhood, and downtown Marion, just 1.5 miles away, offers The Train Station Pancake House and Obi’s Barbeque. For groceries, Ruler Foods and Needler’s Fresh Market are also 1.5 miles away. Foster is connected to downtown and the western side of the city by bridges over the river, with Washington and Branson streets providing access. The North Marion bus route stops downtown and at Marion Health Family Medical Center. Indianapolis International Airport is 92.5 miles away. Schools in the area include Riverview Elementary, Justice Thurgood Marshall Intermediate, John L. McCulloch Junior High, and Marion High School, with the latter earning a high rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Foster a good place to live?
Foster is a good place to live. Foster is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Foster is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 40. The average household income is $55,625 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 12.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Foster are home owners, with 42.6% of residents renting and 57.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Foster can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Foster neighborhood guide.
Is Foster, IN a safe neighborhood?
Foster, IN is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Foster?
The median home price in Foster is $352,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $70,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $78K a year to afford the median home price in Foster. The average household income in Foster is $56K.
What are the best public schools in Foster?
The best public schools that serve Foster are:
What are the best private schools in Foster?
The best private schools that serve Foster are:
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Are home prices dropping in Foster?
Yes, home prices in Foster are down 15% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Foster, IN
On average, homes in Foster, Marion sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Foster, Marion over the last 12 months is $349,500, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$349,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$349,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$161
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$352,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-15%