Why Live in Howard Park-East Bank
Howard Park-East Bank in South Bend offers a blend of historic charm and modern living with homes ranging from early 1900s Victorians and American Foursquares to new traditional and Modern Craftsman designs from recent developments. The neighborhood's housing market includes older single-family homes priced between $130,000 and $230,000, while newer townhouses and single-family homes with views of the St. Joseph River range from $575,000 to $730,000. Howard Park, renovated in 2017, features over 13,000 square feet of play space, open fields, and attractions like an ice-skating trail in winter. The East Bank Trail, popular with bikers and runners, runs along the St. Joseph River and connects to Mishawaka. The area is highly walkable and bike-friendly, with more than 15 locally owned restaurants, bars, and coffee shops, including The Lauber, a historic building turned restaurant. Residents can shop at Trader Joe's and Purple Porch Food Co-op nearby. For outdoor enthusiasts, the East Race Waterway offers kayaking and whitewater rafting. The University of Notre Dame, 1 mile north, and Memorial Hospital, less than a mile west, are major local employers. Adams High School, rated A-minus, serves the area and is noted for its diversity. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average, and South Bend International Airport is 4 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Howard Park-East Bank a good place to live?
Howard Park-East Bank is a good place to live. Howard Park-East Bank is considered fairly walkable and a biker's paradise. Howard Park-East Bank is a pedestrian neighborhood. Howard Park-East Bank has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 35. The average household income is $77,478 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 56.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Howard Park-East Bank are renters, with 68.9% of residents renting and 31.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Howard Park-East Bank can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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How much do you need to make to afford a house in Howard Park-East Bank?
The median home price in Howard Park-East Bank is $532,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $106,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,650 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $114K a year to afford the median home price in Howard Park-East Bank. The average household income in Howard Park-East Bank is $77K.
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Home Trends in Howard Park-East Bank, IN
On average, homes in Howard Park-East Bank, South Bend sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Howard Park-East Bank, South Bend over the last 12 months is $465,450, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$465,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$412,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$589,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$179
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$532,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%