Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forest Park a good place to live?
Forest Park is a good place to live. Forest Park is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Forest Park has 13 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.5 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $55,004 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Forest Park are home owners, with 34.2% of residents renting and 65.8% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Forest Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Forest Park neighborhood guide.
Is Forest Park, IN a safe neighborhood?
Forest Park, IN is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Forest Park?
The median home price in Forest Park is $107,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $21,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.84%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $560 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $24K a year to afford the median home price in Forest Park. The average household income in Forest Park is $55K.
What are the best public schools in Forest Park?
The best public schools that serve Forest Park are:
- Muncie Central High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- West View Elementary School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 17:1.
- Grissom Memorial Elementary School has a C- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
What are the best private schools in Forest Park?
The best private schools that serve Forest Park are:
- Heritage Hall Christian School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- St. Michael Catholic School has a student teacher ratio of 10:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Forest Park, Muncie, IN?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Forest Park, Muncie, IN?
The most popular neighborhoods near Forest Park, Muncie, IN are Thomas Park-Avondale, Westside, Carlton-Ludingwood, Riverside-Normal City and Old West End.
Are home prices dropping in Forest Park?
Yes, home prices in Forest Park are down 17% in the last 12 months.
