Downtown area

In the heart of the Near West Side Neighborhood Association, the West Washington neighborhood surrounds South Bend's museum campus, which highlights the community's innovation and heritage.  The West Washington National Register Historic District is the first National Register historic district in South Bend. In the late 1800s, the leading citizens of the community built outstanding homes in this downtown-area neighborhood, a bi-product of the enormous wealth created by the industrial growth of the late 18th century.  As in many older neighborhoods, West Washington has seen the ebb and flow of time. From the prosperous days of the Studebakers and Olivers until now, it has stood strong. The neighborhood now contains some of the original urban pioneers, newcomers from the Chicago area, University of Notre Dame professors and doctors from Memorial Hospital, all adding to the great urban mix of artist, social works and civic leaders. Prices start under $100,000 for fixer-uppers and finely restored mansions would be in the $700,000 range.

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Department of Community & Economic Development
Division of Community Development
227 W. Jefferson Boulevard • Suite 1200 S
South Bend, IN  46601
574.235.9660 • Fax: 574.235.9469