Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Nappanee, IN

25 neighborhoods with growth potential — still affordable, increasingly walkable, and showing improving conditions. Ranked by affordability, walkability, employment, safety, and air quality.

Population: 7,2762026 Data

Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Nappanee, IN — Key Takeaways

Nappanee has 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential. The most affordable up-and-coming area is St. Bernice CDP with a median home value of $50,300. The strongest job market is in Mexico CDP with an unemployment rate of 1.0%.

Nappanee has a population of 7,276, a median household income of $68,750, an unemployment rate of 6.3%, and a poverty rate of 9.8%. The median home value citywide is $193,400, which is 31% below the national average of $281,900.

Data sourced from the US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Data Explorer, EPA AirNow, Walk Score, and FEMA. Last updated: March 2026.

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Top 3 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods

Boggstown CDP

100/100

Up-and-Coming Score

Unemp: 0.0%

Westwood CDP

100/100

Up-and-Coming Score

Unemp: 0.0%

St. Bernice CDP

88/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$50,300

Unemp: 0.0%

Complete Rankings — 25 Neighborhoods

Up-and-coming neighborhoods in Nappanee ranked by growth potential score, with median home value, walk score, unemployment rate, crime rate, and rent.
#	Neighborhood	Score	Median Home	Walk Score	Unemployment	Crime Rate	Rent
	Boggstown CDP	100	N/A	—	0.0%	—	N/A
	Westwood CDP	100	N/A	—	0.0%	—	N/A
	St. Bernice CDP	88	$50,300	—	0.0%	—	N/A
4	Hayden CDP	77	$96,500	—	0.0%	—	N/A
5	Everton CDP	77	$97,400	—	0.0%	—	N/A
6	Mexico CDP	74	$100,400	—	1.0%	—	$625
7	Browns Crossing CDP	72	$118,200	—	0.0%	—	N/A
8	Wellsboro CDP	71	$120,000	—	0.0%	—	N/A
9	Waverly CDP	65	$147,800	—	0.0%	—	N/A
10	Hudson Lake CDP	64	$119,700	—	3.4%	—	N/A
11	Benton CDP	59	$151,300	—	2.6%	—	N/A
12	Rockford CDP	54	$242,800	—	0.0%	—	N/A
13	Lakewood CDP	54	$237,900	—	0.0%	—	N/A
14	Morris CDP	54	$194,600	—	0.0%	—	N/A
15	Lake Santee CDP	54	$234,400	—	0.0%	—	N/A
16	Memphis CDP	54	$220,200	—	0.0%	—	N/A
17	Foxcliff Estates CDP	54	$377,900	—	0.0%	—	N/A
18	Ramsey CDP	54	$193,200	—	0.0%	—	N/A
19	Pleasant View Village CDP	53	$184,500	—	1.6%	—	N/A
20	Hidden Valley CDP	52	$235,600	—	1.0%	—	N/A
21	Melody Hill CDP	52	$179,700	—	2.3%	—	N/A
22	Shorewood Forest CDP	51	$440,900	—	1.4%	—	N/A
23	Bright CDP	50	$228,500	—	1.9%	—	$802
24	Galena CDP	44	$249,500	—	4.9%	—	N/A
25	Lake Holiday CDP	44	$237,300	—	4.8%	—	N/A

Rankings by Category

Top 5 up-and-coming neighborhoods in Nappanee for each growth-potential metric.

Most Affordable

Lowest median home value

1
St. Bernice CDP
$50,300
2
Hayden CDP
$96,500
3
Everton CDP
$97,400
4
Mexico CDP
$100,400
5
Browns Crossing CDP
$118,200

Lowest Unemployment

Lowest unemployment rate

Lowest Rent

Lowest median rent

1
Mexico CDP
$625
2
Bright CDP
$802

Highest Income

Highest median household income

1
Rockford CDP
$174,010
2
Shorewood Forest CDP
$166,563
3
Wellsboro CDP
$147,667
4
Foxcliff Estates CDP
$141,016
5
Lake Santee CDP
$132,167

Lowest Poverty

Lowest poverty rate

How We Identify Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Nappanee

Up-and-coming neighborhoods are identified using a Growth Potential Score that evaluates five weighted categories. These areas are still affordable relative to the city average but show strong fundamentals that suggest improving conditions and future appreciation.

Affordability vs City Average: 30% weight
Walkability & Transit: 25% weight
Job Market (Unemployment): 20% weight
Safety: 15% weight
Environment (Air Quality): 10% weight

Neighborhoods that are priced below the city median home value score higher on affordability. Walkability reflects the Walk Score, indicating access to amenities on foot. A low unemployment rate signals a strong local economy. Safety is measured by violent crime rates per 1,000 residents. Air quality uses the EPA Air Quality Index (AQI), where lower values indicate cleaner air.

Data Sources: US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), EPA AirNow, Walk Score, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. All data is updated on a rolling basis as new government releases become available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most up-and-coming neighborhoods in Nappanee?

The top up-and-coming neighborhoods in Nappanee are: Boggstown CDP, Westwood CDP, St. Bernice CDP, Hayden CDP, Everton CDP. These areas combine affordability, walkability, low unemployment, and improving conditions.

Which neighborhoods in Nappanee are still affordable but improving?

The most affordable up-and-coming neighborhood in Nappanee is St. Bernice CDP with a median home value of $50,300. The national median is $281,900.

Is Nappanee a good place to buy property for appreciation?

Nappanee has a median home value of $193,400, which is below the national average, suggesting room for appreciation. There are 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential based on affordability, walkability, and economic indicators.

Which up-and-coming neighborhoods in Nappanee have the lowest unemployment?

Mexico CDP has the lowest unemployment rate among up-and-coming neighborhoods in Nappanee at 1.0%. The national average is 3.7%.

What is the median household income in Nappanee?

The median household income in Nappanee, IN is $68,750. The national median is $74,580.

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