Avon In Real Estate for Sale

Located less than ten miles west of Indianapolis, Avon Indiana, in Hendricks County has become one of the fastest growing communities in the country. Covering an area of more than six square miles, Avon reported a population of 12,446 to the 2010 Census, a number that almost doubled the population from the 2000 Census report.

This dramatic growth is directly related to the easy access that Avon offers to the Indianapolis area. While Avon is within ten miles of Indianapolis it is also only 13 miles north of the Indianapolis International Airport and 11 miles west of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home to the greatest spectacle in racing, the Indianapolis 500.

While its proximity to the big city allows its residents a multitude of employment and recreational options, its distance has allowed Avon to maintain its small town dedication to its residents. The Avon Community School Corporation contains 13 public schools including the nationally known Avon High School; home of the Avon Marching Black and Gold. Winners of seven consecutive first place championships in the annual ISSMA marching band competition. The marching Black and Gold were also recognized as the best high school marching band in the country from 2008 to 2010 by winning the Bands of America Grand Nationals competition.

Avon is also home to a pair of over 50 acre parks. There is The Old Farm Market, one of the largest farmers markets in the country and the Avon Perennial Gardens. This five acre facility is a living showcase of the natural beauty that is available in the state.  Parks, playgrounds, nature trails and local events are continually available to further grow and support the community.

With its growing population, stable economy and sense of community, it really isn't any wonder that Avon Indiana in Hendricks County is showing itself as one of the best places in the country to look for your future.