Whitley County, Indiana
South Whitley Real Estate and Local Guide
South Whitley is the oldest town in Whitley County, a small red-brick, tree-lined community along the Eel River. It was originally platted in 1837 as Springfield before adopting its current name. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know South Whitley best.
About the area
Living in South Whitley, IN
The oldest town in Whitley County, older than the county itself, which was organized in 1838.
The housing market
Homes in South Whitley
- About 77% of housing units are owner-occupied, reflecting a settled small-town population.
- About 70% of housing is single-family detached homes.
- The median home value is about $130,300.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes South Whitley home
Eel River
The town sits along the Eel River, which flows through the southern part of Whitley County
South Whitley Fall Festival
Annual community festival with a parade, local food and entertainment
South Whitley Town Park
Riverside town park one block east of Main Street with a canoe and kayak put-in on the Eel River
Eel River Trail
Paved walking and bike path on the north side of town along Calhoun Street
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.