Why Live in Home Corner
Home Corner in Marion features a mix of early 1900s Nationals and 1950s bungalows along narrow, tree-lined streets without sidewalks. The neighborhood's homes range from $40,000 to $175,000, with some properties offering over an acre of land. Residents can enjoy outdoor activities at nearby Gas City Park, which includes a petting zoo, splash pad, pickleball courts, and a pool open in the summer. For more extensive outdoor options, the Cardinal Greenway Trail runs through Home Corner, providing 62 miles of space for walking, jogging, and biking. Local amenities include the VA hospital and dining options like J & L Breakfast House and Casa Brava Authentic Mexican Cuisine on Western Avenue. Grocery shopping is convenient with Meijer 2.5 miles away and Walmart 3 miles away. Annual events such as the Fourth of July fireworks and the Ducktail Run Rod and Custom Show in Gas City Park, as well as the Walkway of Lights in Marion's Matter Park, offer plenty of things to do. Lincoln Boulevard connects Home Corner to downtown Marion and Gas City, both about 4 miles away. Public transportation is available with bus routes running through the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Home Corner a good place to live?
Home Corner is a good place to live. Home Corner is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. It has a median age of 34. The average household income is $54,881 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Home Corner are home owners, with 37.7% of residents renting and 62.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Home Corner can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Home Corner neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Home Corner?
The median home price in Home Corner is $99,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $19,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $500 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $21K a year to afford the median home price in Home Corner. The average household income in Home Corner is $55K.
What are the best public schools in Home Corner?
The best public schools that serve Home Corner are:
What are the best private schools in Home Corner?
The best private schools that serve Home Corner are:
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Are home prices dropping in Home Corner?
Yes, home prices in Home Corner are down 7% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Home Corner, IN
On average, homes in Home Corner, Marion sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Home Corner, Marion over the last 12 months is $85,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$85,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$85,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$59
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$99,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%