Mapleton-Fall Creek, Indianapolis

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Mapleton-Fall Creek is a historic neighborhood in

.

History

Mapleton-Fall Creek was

lines.

In the 1950s, well-to-do African Americans began moving into the neighborhood and comprised the majority of Mapleton Fall-Creek residents by 1970. Compared to other Indianapolis neighborhoods, Mapleton Fall-Creek has retained much of its original infrastructure and housing stock.

Present day

The neighborhood boasting towering trees, winding boulevards, and a wonderful blend of

, Colonial Revival, and Arts and Crafts styles. Many homes are more stately, while others are more modest in nature.

MFC residents have access to several of Indianapolis' most convenient thoroughfares (Fall Creek Parkway, Meridian Street and Central Avenue) as well as IndyGo routes, the Monon Trail and Fall Creek Trail. Most recently, the process of gentrification has begun to attract professionals who take advantage of the neighborhood's character, housing stock, and proximity to the city center.

Mapleton-Fall Creek is adjacent to the

neighborhoods.

References

External links

Official website

39°49′N 86°09′W / 39.817°N 86.150°W / 39.817; -86.150