Why Live in Sawmill Creek
Sawmill Creek is a new residential community located 11 miles northeast of downtown Wichita, east of Bel Aire and north of Willowbend Golf Club. This small development features single-family contemporary Craftsman homes, with prominent attached garages, built around 2002. The neighborhood is divided by two ponds, with the lower half already developed and the upper half consisting of available lots. Homes typically range from three to five bedrooms, with prices around $300,000, while some larger homes with two main bedrooms and two covered decks can cost about $600,000. The area is characterized by its green spaces, including the protected Sawmill Creek wetlands, ensuring no future development in that area.
Residents enjoy proximity to amenities such as a large commercial area with a movie theater, Walmart Supercenter, and various dining options like Napoli Italian Eatery, all within a few miles. Entertainment options include the newly opened Topgolf and the nearby Willowbend Golf Club. Central Park in Bel Aire, just 1.5 miles away, offers a pool and a lake for fishing. The neighborhood is also close to several large employers, including Colonel James Jabara Airport, Kansas Heart Hospital, and an Amazon warehouse.
Sawmill Creek is a community with a mix of older and younger residents, both with and without children. It provides a quieter living environment compared to downtown Wichita while still being within reach of the city's amenities. The area has lower taxes compared to neighboring communities, adding to its appeal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sawmill Creek a good place to live?
Sawmill Creek is a good place to live. Sawmill Creek is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Sawmill Creek is a rural neighborhood. Sawmill Creek has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.4 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $105,098 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 43.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Sawmill Creek are home owners, with 39.1% of residents renting and 60.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sawmill Creek can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sawmill Creek neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sawmill Creek?
The median home price in Sawmill Creek is $477,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $95,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,430 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $104K a year to afford the median home price in Sawmill Creek. The average household income in Sawmill Creek is $105K.
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Home Trends in Sawmill Creek, KS
On average, homes in Sawmill Creek, Wichita sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days.
Median Single Family Sale Price
$457,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$184
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$477,500