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Washington Township, Indiana Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Formerly a rural farming community located on the North side of Indianapolis, the state capital and the Marion County seat. The suburbs of Indianapolis are made up of townships and Washington Township is one of the oldest. Its boundaries are 96th Street to the north and 38th Street to the south. One of the oldest areas in the city, Washington Township encompasses 36 square miles of land. The township is home to more than 135,000 residents in established communities such as Broadmoor, Broad Ripple (with trendy shops and restaurants and the Monon Trail within walking distance), Butler Tarkington, Devonshire, Keystone At the Crossing (with upscale condos and shopping), Ivy Hills, Meridian Kessler, Meridian Hills, Nora, Northern Estates (consistently named in the “Top 10” neighborhoods in Indianapolis), prestigious Williams Creek and Wynndale. By far the largest section of northern Indianapolis, the “North Side” is especially known for its miles of tree-lined streets and friendly, well-established residential neighborhoods. The North Side is also home to one of the finest school districts in the nation. North Central High School in the Metropolitan School District of Washington Township sets the standard for academic excellence both statewide and nationally. One of the most popular residential areas in Indianapolis, Washington Township is also home to some of the most recognized private and parochial schools in the state. In addition, Washington Township is home to nationally recognized Butler University with its ivy-covered halls.
Washington Township offers a diverse real estate market. Condominiums and townhouses start in the $100,000 to $400,000 and more, some featuring scenic water views and/or water frontage. Meridian Kessler and Meridian Hills are quiet enclaves of upper middle class homes, while Broad Ripple offers affordable homes within walking distance of recreation and entertainment. Williams Creek and Wynndale feature an eclectic selection of homes and lifestyles with lovely, restored homes and the rolling countryside that surrounds them. Prices for single-family detached homes in Washington Township range from the low $100,000s for single-level to more than $700,000 for large estate properties with tree-lined streets and waterfront vistas. Some luxury homes are priced at $1.5 million and more.
One of Washington Township’s finest features is its collection of excellent schools. Top-ranked North Central High School has been selected as one of “America’s Best” in a national study conducted by Redbook magazine. It was also one of the first schools in the state to receive the National Excellence in Education award. In addition, prestigious Park Tudor, Orchard Day School, Sycamore School for the gifted, The International School and St. Luke’s parochial school are also located within the township.
Of course, residents of Washington Township are still part of the city if Indianapolis. Known as the “Crossroads of America,” this modern and sophisticated city provides plenty of things to do and see. Easily accessible from many locations, the city is rich in arts and culture and provides the perfect balance of big-city style and genuine Hoosier hospitality. Home to over one million people, Indianapolis is the 12th largest city in the United States. In the past decade, Indianapolis has gone through a dramatic revitalization and stunning renaissance period, which has only enhanced livability and quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
Located in the center of Indiana on the White River, Indianapolis is the seat of Marion County. Called the “Racing Capital of the World,” the city is home to the famous Indianapolis 500 Auto Race, the NASCAR Brickyard 400, Formula One International Racing in September and of course Drag Racing and Midget Racing at RaceWay Park.
Indianapolis also has historic places of interest, including Lockerbie Square area with 19th century homes, including the home of Indiana poet James Whitcomb Riley; the Scottish Rites Cathedral, Monument Circle with the 285-foot Soldiers and Sailors Monument; the five-block World War Memorial Plaza; and the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Indianapolis is also home to the world renowned Children’s Museum loved by the young and old alike, as well as a first-class zoo complete with a recently opened white rhino display. The Eiteljorg Museum of American and Western Art offers the visitor at a look at many rare displays.
Indianapolis has long been a thriving market and a major distribution hub for many of the country’s largest manufacturers with more interstate highways than anywhere else in the country. It is also a provider for manufactured goods, such as pharmaceuticals, office furniture, transportation equipment, electrical equipment, medical diagnostic equipment and bio-medical Initiatives supported by Purdue University Research Park and Indiana University Medical School.
On a final note, the city streets are especially unique, having been laid out in a wheel pattern with major arteries converging at Monument Circle, thus making getting around in Indianapolis a breeze by comparison to other major cities.
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Lawrence Township Indianapolis, Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Marion County is home to Indianapolis and is made up of nine separate townships. Lawrence Township, one of the fastest growing areas in northeast Marion County, is comprised of more than 30,000 acres and is home to the City of Lawrence, Fort Benjamin Harrison and Geist Reservoir. When Lawrence Township was established in 1821, the area was a haven to towering stands of oak trees, immense bodies of water and the natural habitat of the Great Blue Heron. The township is now the second largest in the Indianapolis area, with 100,000 residents, yet towering oaks, water and wildlife still abound. Industries that provide employment in the area include educational, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, finance, insurance and real estate. Students in grades K-12 are served mainly by Lawrence Township School Corporation, one of the outstanding school districts in Marion County. Several junior colleges and universities are in close proximity for those who wish to attain a degree in higher education. Recreational opportunities abound in Lawrence at areas including the Fort Harrison State Park, Fort Harrison YMCA, twenty-three soccer fields in Lawrence Park and Fall Creek Little League.
Lawrence Township offers a diverse real estate market with something for everyone. Formerly rural, farming communities such as Lawrence, Castleton, Germantown and Oaklandon have recently experienced major residential development. Today, residential areas offer everything from farm homes, to ranch-style homes, to two-story traditional homes to wooded, brick and stone estates. Choices of areas include Avalon Hills, Brendonwood, Fort Harrison, Indian Lake and Fairwood Hills. Residential jewels in Lawrence Township are the exclusive, upscale homes built by the Shorewood Corporation on the shores of Geist Reservoir. Home prices in Lawrence Township range from below $100,000 to over $1 million for large estate properties with waterfront locations and spectacular views. Affordable and well-maintained homes abound, including lovely estates with considerable acreage. Condominiums and townhouses are priced starting below $100,000. A very limited selection of land and lots are also available for custom development.
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Zionsville Indiana Real Estate and Homes for Sale
A cluster of quiet, suburban residential communities, Eagle Township is situated just north of Indianapolis. Horse ranches, historic restored homes and subdivisions of new homes are spread throughout the diverse landscape of deciduous forests, uplands and flat woods. Home to a combined total of 15,000 residents, Zionsville offers an excellent quality of life that combines the amenities of the city with the comforts of a small town. The area is served by several major roadways – including Interstates 865, 65 and 465 – which provide convenient access to the Indianapolis metro area and surrounding communities. Industries that provide employment in the area include educational, health and social services, manufacturing, finance, insurance, real estate and rental and leasing and professional, scientific, management, administrative and waste management services. Students in grades K-12 are served by Zionsville Community Schools. Zionsville is the largest community in the township, and is known for the turn-of-the-century appeal of its brick main street lined with antique and specialty shops. Appropriately nicknamed “The Little Village with the Red Brick Street,” Zionsville is a popular day trip destination for all of central Indiana. Residents and visitors enjoy Zionsville’s dining and shopping venues, as well as its system of hiking and walking trails and public parks. The natural landscape can be enjoyed at Zion Nature Sanctuary and Elm Street Green, both of which include wooded areas and flood plains. Lions Park maintains lighted baseball and basketball facilities, as well as a sand volleyball court. Eagle Township real estate and Zionsville real estate options consist of single-family detached homes, estate properties and land lots.
As the first of the Boone County townships to be settled, the residents of Eagle Township, and those of Zionsville in particular, are proud of their long history. A walking tour of Zionsville provides a glimpse into the history that spans over several eras. The Greater Zionsville Chamber of Commerce provides a walking tour map designating 79 points of interest, and covering a range of architectural styles. These include structures representing Victorian Romanesque, Prairie style, Greek Revival architecture and many more. The county’s first log cabin, livery stable and schoolhouse are also located in Zionsville.
The P.H. Sullivan Museum in Zionsville is one of the premier attractions of the area. In 1966, Iva Etta Sullivan donated a large gift of artifacts and community records, marking the beginning of the museum. Sullivan was the great-granddaughter of Patrick Henry Sullivan, one of the region’s first settlers. Since its inception, the museum has been dedicated to contributing to the appreciation and understanding of local culture and history. To this end, the museum offers educational displays, documents on microfilm and microfiche and a genealogical library containing over 5,000 volumes of research material.
The museum also operates the Munce Art Center, which preserves and promotes the work of local artists. Local art is displayed and sold at six professional shows and two community shows each year. The center also offers classes for all ages and day camps for children.
The Greater Zionsville Chamber of Commerce also organizes several annual events for Eagle Township residents to get together and enjoy their community. In the summertime, residents enjoy the Farmers Markets, Lincoln Park Concerts and the Gardens of Zionsville show sponsored by the P.H. Sullivan Museum. Everyone has an excuse to shop in July, when the Downtown Merchants’ Sidewalk Sale is held. The three-day Fall Festival, held in mid-September, draws in many visitors for the parade and live music. Special celebrations are also held in honor of Independence Day and the winter holiday season.
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Carmel, Indiana Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Located just 23 miles north of Indianapolis, Carmel is a dynamic Indiana community that features real small-town charm with easy access to all of the amenities of a metropolitan city. Residents take advantage of the city’s dedication to planned growth, a quality school system, attractive housing, an abundance of recreational facilities and a strong sense of community. Carmel Clay Schools – accommodating students grades K-12 – consistently exceed in scholastic, artistic and athletic achievements. More than 90% of Carmel High School graduates continue their education. Meridian Corridor – home to some of the top corporate names in the United States, including Delta Faucet, Thomson Consumer Electronics and Macmillan Publishing – helps to support Carmel’s thriving economy. Industries that provide employment include educational, health and social services, manufacturing, finance, insurance, real estate and rental and leasing, professional, scientific, management, administrative and waste management services and retail trade. The city’s approximately 40,000 residents enjoy abounding recreational opportunities and a number of community events including the annual Carmelfest Celebration held at the Civic Grounds, the Carmelfest Parade Spectacular and the Carmel International Arts Festival. The city’s new Central Park features a community center, an aquatic facility, numerous sports fields, a trail system and more. Work is under way on the Carmel Center, a public/private partnership that will include a central complex of retail, dining and entertainment facilities in the heart of the community. Carmel real estate options consist of single-family detached homes for sale, estate properties, condominiums, townhouses and land lots.
A rich and vibrant atmosphere makes Carmel a great place to live and work. In fact, more people come to Carmel to work during the day, than sleep there at night. One of the best business addresses in the country is the Meridian Corridor in Carmel, the second largest concentration of office workers in the state of Indiana.
Many families have chosen Carmel as their home because of its excellent public school system. In 1983, Carmel was recognized for having two schools named to the top 144 schools in the nation by President Ronald Reagan. The schools, Carmel High School and Clay Junior High, were selected as "exemplary" from a group of nominations based on criteria of discipline, strong teacher leadership qualities, community support and curriculum. Carmel Junior High was added to that list in 1985 followed by College Wood Elementary in 1986.
Carmel has much to offer when it comes to recreational opportunities. Country roads flow through picturesque towns and villages lined with antique shops and one-of-a-kind restaurants. From vintage cafes and diners to elegant eateries, Carmel has something to satisfy most any taste bud. With Hamilton County being the pottery capital of Central Indiana, the city houses three nationally renowned pottery makers. Family entertainment includes riding the rails on the authentic Monon diesel and Nickel Plate steam trains at the Indiana Transportation Museum.
On a hot, steamy summer day, the Carmel Pool offers families a cool respite. Ice skating is a year-round activity at the Carmel Ice Skadium. Tennis enthusiasts can test their skills at the Carmel Racquet Club. Baseball, basketball and soccer facilities for all age levels are also available. And the greens are ready for any level golfer on Carmel's seven golf courses. For fitness training, many residents enjoy World Gym's new health club and indoor sports facilities.
Carmel residents also enjoy a rich mix of culture and art. The Carmel Community Players provide live dramatic musical presentations that expand and develop creative opportunities for the entire community. Since 1976, the Carmel Symphony Orchestra has entertained Carmel and Hamilton County audiences of all ages. Nearby Noblesville is home to the Verizon Wireless Music Center. Summer nights are fueled by this nationally recognized amphitheater, with some of the music industry's most talented performers entertaining more than 23,000 visitors in a rolling countryside setting.
Named after Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury, Hamilton County has a population of approximately 175,000 and covers an area of 400 square miles. The county was organized in 1823 when it was largely agricultural and much less populated. Today, Hamilton County features some of the finest residential areas of the state, a flourishing economy, excellent business development and numerous recreational facilities.
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Fishers Indiana, Fishers Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Situated in the heart of the Midwest, Fishers is one of the fastest growing communities in the country and is recognized as a leader in quality local government and civic involvement. Fishers has a long, rich history of strong family values and economic success. Located in southeastern Hamilton County, Fishers is just 15 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Proximity to Interstates 465 and 69 make Fishers a convenient place to live and do business. The Metropolitan Airport is located in the area and the Indianapolis International Airport is just 30 minutes away. Cincinnati, Louisville, and Chicago are all within 180 miles of Fishers, giving residents even more employment and recreational opportunities. Industries that provide employment in Fishers include educational, health and social services, finance, insurance, real estate and rental and leasing, manufacturing, professional, scientific, management, administrative and waste management services and retail trade. Students in grades K-12 are accommodated by Hamilton Southeastern Schools. Of the district's many quality schools, seven hold a "Four Star" rating from the Indiana Department of Education. Several colleges and universities – including Butler University, which is less than a 20-minute drive away – are in proximity for those who wish to attain a degree in higher education. Recreation and leisure opportunities also abound in Fishers and residents have access to six parks, walking paths, several golf courses, community pools, a new YMCA, and a youth sports organization. Nearby Geist and Morse reservoirs provide convenient access to water recreation. Fishers real estate options consist of single-family detached homes, estate properties, condominiums, townhouses and land lots.
The history of Fishers dates back to June of 1872, when Salathiel Fisher divided his land into town lots. The area was formerly known as Fishers Station and originally as Fishers Switch. The original names of the town are reminders that communities in this time period tended to be built along railroads and Fishers fell into this category. The Fishers Train Station, located in the heart of town, is home to the Hoosier Heritage Port Authority, the Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the Fishers Chamber of Commerce.
Residents of the area enjoy a high quality of academic education offered by the Hamilton Southeastern Schools. Both the junior and senior high schools are members of the prestigious North Central Association of College and Secondary Schools. The district has also achieved significant recognition for sports, music, arts and other extracurricular activities.
Community Hospital North, Riverview Hospital, and St. Vincent Hospital-Carmel serve the Fishers area. Complementing the hospitals is a wide range of health care professionals and medical complexes located within the community.
The business community offers an outstanding array of goods and services. There are now approximately 750 businesses located in the community ranging from distribution centers to day care centers and professional practices to manufacturing. Several corporate offices are also located in Fishers due to the area's demographics and potential.
Hamilton County offers a unique blend of metropolitan sophistication and small-town charm. The communities of Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield, Cicero, Sheridan, Arcadia and Atlanta all are part of the mix. Visitors can meander down Victorian streets and browse through an old-fashioned emporium with more than 200 shops under one roof.
There is plenty of entertainment for the whole family in Fishers. Residents and visitors love to stop by the magnificently restored 1878 Courthouse, then tour the Old Sheriff's Residence and Jail. On Saturdays, farm-fresh produce can be found at the open-air farmer's market. Kids and adults love to ride the rails on the authentic Monon diesel and Nickel Plate steam trains at the Indiana Transportation Museum. Riding a painted pony on a historic 1920s carousel at Forest Park or voyaging down the White River in a canoe are other popular activities.
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Noblesville Indiana, Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Residents and visitors alike find the city of Noblesville to be a community of unparalleled quality; steeped in its rich historical roots with a flare for successfully combining metropolitan sophistication and small-town charm. Counted as one of Indianapolis’ northern suburban communities, Noblesville is home to some 30,000 residents and is located just 20 minutes from the Indianapolis metro area. Yet a stroll through historical downtown Noblesville will reveal quaint Victorian homes, a bustling town square with unique shops, tree-lined streets, a restored 1879 French Renaissance courthouse and 53 buildings named to the National Register of Historic Places. The Sheriff’s Residence and Jail, originally built in 1875 of red brick and limestone, now houses the Hamilton County Museum. Two other popular downtown attractions are the Saturday open-air farmers market and the White River, which runs through the heart of the city. Part of the outstanding quality of life in Noblesville revolves around numerous lush parks and excellence in education. The Noblesville School District serves more than 10,700 students in grades K-12. The brick-paved streets and Victorian homes in Noblesville’s downtown neighborhoods offer a striking contrast to the modern, new construction available in growing residential suburbs in and around Morse Lake and Reservoir.
Noblesville is the county seat of Hamilton County, one of the 20 fastest growing, wealthiest, and most educated counties in the country. The history of Noblesville dates back to 1818 when the government purchased land, which is now Hamilton County, from the Indians. The town's first settler, William Conner, and his native- American wife established the first trading post and one of the first brick homes in Central Indiana. Conner's estate is now a part of the Conner Prairie Pioneer Settlement, a living history museum, which also features the 1836 Prairietown Village and the Pioneer Adventure Area.
William Conner and Josiah Polk laid out the town of Noblesville in 1823. It was designated as the Hamilton County seat in 1824 and incorporated in 1851. The downtown business and historic district has recently been added to the National Register of Historic Places. Among the historic sites in the city is Potter's Bridge, the last remaining covered bridge in Hamilton County. The beautiful bridge was recently renovated to include a four-mile river walk/trail, which links Potter's Bridge to Forest Park and Golf Course and downtown Noblesville.
There is a wide range of park facilities located in Noblesville. The 150-acre Forest Park is located on the west side of White River and is home to a historic 1920s carousel and the Indiana Transportation Museum, which offers rides on an authentic Monon diesel and a Nickel Plate steam train. The 75-year old Forest Park Golf Course is also located in Forest Park. Noblesville sports four other popular golf courses - Fox Prairie, Purgatory, Pebble Brook and Stony Creek golf clubs.
Fox Prairie Golf Course is Hamilton County's best golfing value. This course has served as a host for the IGA Tournament of Champions and as a qualifying site for the Indiana State Amateur Championship. Purgatory Golf Club is the longest regulation course east of the Mississippi with 170 bunkers and six sets of tees at each hole.
The Verizon Wireless Music Center is a popular destination for concerts. Opened in 1989, the center is situated on 220 acres of rolling countryside. It has been voted Pollstar's "Best New Concert Venue in North America" by peers in the music industry. Accommodations at the Music Center include a covered pavilion that seats 6,000 people and 90 corporate boxes and lawn seating for another 14,000 people. Approximately 40 concerts are held during the summer months.
What could be more appealing than a charming, small-town community with modern housing, outstanding education, recreation and culture, located within minutes of big-city amenities? Noblesville offers all of that and more.
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Westfield, Indiana Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Westfield is located 20 minutes directly north of Indianapolis in Hamilton County, one of the fastest growing counties in the United States. More than 10,000 people reside in Westfield, which is situated at the crossroads of U.S. 31 and State Road 32, just west of Noblesville and north of Carmel. Indianapolis’ northern communities offer a unique blend of metropolitan sophistication and small town charm. Residents take time to browse through quaint little antique shops or spend time at the modern Village Park Plaza shopping center. But Westfield is also on the leading edge of growth and expansion in Hamilton County. Westfield’s location in the Meridian Corporate Corridor has brought numerous employment and housing opportunities to the community, which already boasts of award-winning public schools, high-quality and well-planned residential neighborhoods and easy access to the many cultural and sporting venues of Greater Indianapolis. In fact, Westfield enjoys one of the top-quality of life environments in the Midwest. Westfield Washington Schools, a leader in the application of technology in the classroom, serve more than 3,500 students and four Westfield schools recently earned the coveted Four Star designation from the state. Outstanding quality of life is also apparent in Westfield’s residential neighborhoods
Westfield is a charming suburban community; small in stature, big on family values and the preservation of its historic roots, and huge in terms of growth potential. The simple Quaker religious community, who helped found the town, had no idea that Westfield would blossom into the corporate and residential hub it is today. The city's Parks and Recreation Department recently developed three new park sites. Asa Bales Park, named in honor of one town founder, is located downtown. Quaker Park is situated near Pine Ridge and Quail Ridge subdivisions. It offers a multi-use trail, playground, picnic area, sand volleyball courts, a paved basketball court and lots of delicious open, green space. The third park site is Simon Moon Park, named after another prominent Westfield founder.
The new parks augment existing recreational facilities including Cool Creek Park and its acres of nature trails winding along Cool Creek. An 18-hole Pete Dye Signature golf course winds its way through 350 acres of million-dollar homes and a village marketplace. You might even want to improve your golf game at The Golf Preserve, one of the top 10 golf practice centers in the United States, or try out your skills at the nearby 36 hole Pebble Brook Golf Course or the 18 hole Hanging Tree Golf Course.
Just to the east is Morse Reservoir and the White River in Noblesville. You can picnic, fish, boat, sun on the beach, or enjoy a game of disc golf at Morse Beach Park, or rent a canoe and paddle down the White River. Nearby, the 150-acre Forest Park is home to a historic 1920s carousel and the Indiana Transportation Museum, which offers rides on an authentic Monon diesel and a Nickel Plate steam train. The 75-year old Forest Park Golf Course is also located in Forest Park.
Westfield offers an affordable lifestyle for employees of Thomson Consumer Electronics, Macmillan Publishing, Delta Faucet and Conseco, Inc., which have established headquarters in the area. Other corporate leaders in the area are GTE, Osram Sylvania, Integrated Information Services and One Call Communications. Numerous parcels of land near GTE and others are also available for development in Westfield.
Employers are drawn to the area by Westfield's pro-business environment and pool of highly qualified, well-educated employees. USA Today and Newsweek have cited the city's amazingly advanced resources. Students have opportunities available that are rarely found in other schools. Westfield High School standardized test scores are among the highest in Indiana.
The commitment to excellence in education has succeeded in making Westfield High School one of the premier public high schools in the area. It was the first high school in Indiana to offer students a complete package of certifications in computer networking. The Hamilton County high school has created the Westfield Technology Academy (within the high school) to deliver the coursework. The four certifications provided by the program are: CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Novell Certified Netware Administrator and Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA).
The district received national publicity and a "Breaking the Mold" award from the U.S. Department of Education for its American School 2000 Project. That project involved partnerships with Ball State University, GTE North and other corporate sponsors to create a technologically advanced, Internet-connected school district long before other districts had computers in every classroom. By the 1993-94 school year, all Westfield school buildings were wired for voice, video and data networking to empower teachers to radically alter instructional delivery.
As it grows, the town of Westfield is mindful of its place in history and the necessity to balance corporate zeal with cultural opportunity. Main Street Productions is a popular community theater in Westfield. The town is also host to Westfield Summerfest, an annual festival featuring a parade and other activities. The historical society helps preserve historical structures and landmarks in the area. Of course, Indianapolis is a mere stone throw away with its world-class sporting venues, the Children's Museum and Hamilton County's own Connor Prairie. All in all, Westfield is a great place to call home.
Westfield was founded in 1834 by Nathan Parker and Ambrose Osborne as a Quaker town and has a rich heritage including its role as a stop on the Underground Railroad during the Civil War.
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