Why Live in Harbor Isle
Harbor Isle in North Wichita is a secluded lakefront community featuring two lakes surrounded by homes and beaches. The neighborhood is divided into Harbor Isle One and Two on the north lake and Harbor Isle Three on the south lake, each with its own homeowners associations. Residents enjoy a close-knit community atmosphere, often gathering on the lakes for boating, floating, and socializing. The lakes are open to various water activities, including pontoon boating, kayaking, and fishing, with specific horsepower limits for watercraft. The area hosts numerous community events, such as progressive dinner parties and Fourth of July celebrations with fireworks. Harbor Isle's homes are predominantly large, neo-eclectic houses built in the 2000s and 2010s, ranging from 2,500 to 5,500 square feet, many with private docks and small beaches. The neighborhood is considered luxurious, with an average household income of $121,000, and home prices ranging from $550,000 to $1 million, which is lower compared to nearby suburbs like Maize and Goddard.
Students in Harbor Isle attend Earhart Environmental Magnet Elementary, Pleasant Valley Middle School, and Wichita Heights High, which have average ratings. The community is safer than the national average. For shopping and dining, residents can drive 1 mile north to a Walmart and several fast-food options or 4 miles to local restaurants like Savute's. NewMarket Square, Wichita's largest open-air shopping center, is 8 miles away. Downtown Wichita is a 10-mile drive, accessible via North Meridian Avenue and Interstates 235 and 135.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harbor Isle a good place to live?
Harbor Isle is a good place to live. Harbor Isle is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Harbor Isle is a suburban neighborhood. Harbor Isle has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.3 people per acre and a median age of 53. The average household income is $114,352 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 42.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Harbor Isle are home owners, with 5.1% of residents renting and 94.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Harbor Isle can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Harbor Isle neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Harbor Isle?
The median home price in Harbor Isle is $99,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $19,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $510 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $22K a year to afford the median home price in Harbor Isle. The average household income in Harbor Isle is $114K.
What are the best public schools in Harbor Isle?
The best public schools that serve Harbor Isle are:
What are the best private schools in Harbor Isle?
The best private schools that serve Harbor Isle are:
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Are home prices dropping in Harbor Isle?
Yes, home prices in Harbor Isle are down 51% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Harbor Isle, KS
On average, homes in Harbor Isle, Wichita sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Harbor Isle, Wichita over the last 12 months is $85,000, down 73% 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
$115
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$99,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
15%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-73%