Washington Township Real Estate

Washington Township Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Indiana

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.