Why Live in Chisholm Creek
Chisholm Creek in Wichita blends historical charm with modern amenities. The neighborhood is home to the expansive 282-acre Chisholm Creek Park, featuring a 2.5-mile trailway through preserved prairies and wetlands. The park's paths, accessible from the K-96 Trailhead, offer routes for both bikers and hikers, with scenic views of Osage and oak trees, boardwalks over wetlands, and ponds stocked with fish. The Great Plains Nature Center, located at the trail's end, provides educational exhibits and clubs focused on wildlife and nature photography. Chisholm Creek's residential streets are lined with homes from the 1980s and '90s, including vinyl-façade Craftsman houses and neo-eclectic ranch styles, many with spacious yards and two-car garages. The area is predominantly rental, with apartments like Tall Oaks and Brickstone at Woodlawn catering to college students from nearby Wichita State University. The university's main campus and the Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex are within walking distance, offering educational and recreational facilities. Local attractions include the Charles Koch Arena and the Pizza Hut Museum. Woodlawn Boulevard, a key thoroughfare, hosts a variety of dining options such as Magnolia’s Café and Felipe’s, as well as essential services like Dillons grocery store and The Wesley Woodlawn Hospital & ER. Bradley Fair Shopping Center, 3 miles away, features over 50 restaurants and retailers. Public transportation is accessible with several bus stops along 21st Street. Kansas Highway 96 provides easy access to Wichita’s Old Town entertainment district, 8 miles away, and Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, 14 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chisholm Creek a good place to live?
Chisholm Creek is a good place to live. Chisholm Creek is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Chisholm Creek is a suburban neighborhood. Chisholm Creek has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.2 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $80,319 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 39.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Chisholm Creek are renters, with 56.5% of residents renting and 43.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Chisholm Creek can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Chisholm Creek neighborhood guide.
Is Chisholm Creek, KS a safe neighborhood?
Chisholm Creek, KS 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 Chisholm Creek?
The median home price in Chisholm Creek is $329,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $66,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,710 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $73K a year to afford the median home price in Chisholm Creek. The average household income in Chisholm Creek is $80K.
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Home Trends in Chisholm Creek, KS
On average, homes in Chisholm Creek, Wichita sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Chisholm Creek, Wichita over the last 12 months is $314,990.
Median Sale Price
$314,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$498,801
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$287,400
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$235,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$210
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median List Price
$329,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%