Bloomington neighborhoods spread out in every direction from downtown and the IU campus, and the county turns rural quickly beyond them. Here’s how the areas fit together, and the types of homes you’ll find in each.
Bloomington neighborhoods at a glance
| Area | What you’ll find |
|---|---|
| North | Established neighborhoods like Blue Ridge, Fritz Terrace, and Marlin Hills, wooded lots, and quick access to Griffy Lake and Morgan-Monroe State Forest |
| East | Established neighborhoods, newer developments including Renwick, and the College Mall shopping area |
| South | Winslow, Sherwood Oaks, and Clear Creek, with access to Switchyard Park and the B-Line Trail |
| Downtown and IU | Condos, older houses, and small multi-unit buildings within walking distance of campus and the square |
| Near West, Prospect Hill, Maple Heights, and McDoel Gardens | Historic homes on close-in streets near downtown |
| Elm Heights and Bryan Park | Historic homes between campus and downtown’s south side |
| West | Highland Village, Van Buren, Fieldstone, and Broadview, where town gives way to rural Monroe County |
| Ellettsville and rural Monroe County | A small town to the northwest, plus acreage and country homes around the county |
Areas of town
Area guide
North Bloomington
The part of town I’ve always called home: established neighborhoods, wooded lots and homes tucked into the hills, with Griffy Lake and Morgan-Monroe State Forest close by.
East
Established neighborhoods, newer developments including Renwick, and the College Mall shopping area.
South
Winslow, Sherwood Oaks, and Clear Creek, with access to Switchyard Park and the B-Line Trail.
Downtown and IU
Condos, older houses, and small multi-unit buildings within walking distance of campus and the square.
Near West, Prospect Hill, Maple Heights, and McDoel Gardens
Historic homes on close-in streets near downtown.
Elm Heights and Bryan Park
Historic homes between campus and downtown’s south side.
West
Highland Village, Van Buren, Fieldstone, and Broadview, where town gives way to rural Monroe County.
Ellettsville and rural Monroe County
A small town to the northwest, plus acreage and country homes around the county.
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