Affordable Pendleton Storage Units

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Pendleton, Indiana.

About Pendleton, IN.

Pendleton, Indiana, is a town in Fall Creek Township of Madison County, with about 4,253 people as of 2010. Though not a large city, it has a surprisingly diverse historical importance. For example, it was here that Frederick Douglass was attacked by a large mod who beat him unconscious with a stick and permanently damaged one of his hands when he spoke of abolition.

It was here that the Fall Creek Massacre occurred in 1824 when white settlers killed groups of Seneca and Miami Indians. Thankfully, the city has progressed beyond such difficulties to become a small but still significant area that helps provide various services and amenities to those who live in and around the area.

What to Do in Pendleton, IN.

Though small, Pendleton has access to many outdoor areas that are much fun and provide a surprising range of entertainment options for residents and visitors. For example, Pendleton Falls Park is a popular destination for many types of pleasure. It has become a place where many nearby residents travel to get out and experience something different.

Likewise, there are also options like The Pine Lakes Resort for a day of fishing, Fall Creek Golf Course for those who love this sport, White River Zip Lines for adventure-seeking, and the nearby Indy Scream Park, a popular destination for many. Those who enjoy paintball may also enjoy White River Paintball and other similar entertainment centers for fun.

Working in Pendleton, IN.

Pendleton is known chiefly for service-based industries and various medical fields—for example, many hospitals in the area and doctors' offices where most people work. A handful of schools hire many employees, either as teachers, students, or various types of attendants for the area.

Retail businesses, like many stores, are also available in the area. Many of these shops are specialized tourist businesses that attract many different people as both visitors and employees. Most of these shops are open during the summer and may close in the winter, leading to a large surplus of seasonal work that may be open for specific individuals.

Pendleton, IN. Neighborhoods

Huntsville is the most expensive neighborhood in Pendleton, costing more than 67 percent of all other communities in the state. Its median house price is about $199,158, and its rental expense is approximately $1,090. That makes it higher than 68 percent of Indiana cities. The median area in Pendleton is Pendleton and Eden Pike, with a median price of $198,135 and a rental of about $1,083.

Living downtown is the cheapest option for those moving to this area, though the price doesn't dip that heavily. Expect a median home price of $175,940, which is more expensive than 65.2 percent of all neighborhoods in Indiana. And rent prices here are about $1,047 per month, which is down less than $50 per month from the most expensive area in the city.

Pendleton, IN. School District

Pendleton is part of the South Madison Community School Corporation. This district has a handful of elementary schools: Pendleton Elementary, East Elementary, and Maple Ridge Elementary. These schools help control different city areas to make education more focused. The current middle school (Pendleton Heights) was opened in 2009 to replace the closing school.

The town is served by one high school, Pendleton Heights High School. This school is on the city's east side and is the only higher education option. That said, the school is served by the Pendleton Community Public Library, an excellent educational resource for residents and people living in the city and getting educated full-time.

Moving to Pendleton, IN. Resource Guide

Pendleton has the same kind of resources and amenities that you can anticipate in just about any town in Indiana. Setting up electricity, heating, garbage removal, cable, internet services, and more should be accessible when you contact the city's central departments and ask them about the various options you can consider to serve your needs.

Falls Park serves the area and provides fun options like the Community Parade, a multitude of playgrounds, a large number of sports fields, a golfing option, a swimming center, various hiking trails, a historic lighthouse, a fishing pond, ducks, and other waterfowl, and a variety of different other entertainment options that make it a great place to spend time outdoors.

Pendleton, IN. Housing

Pendleton's housing is primarily single-family houses of 2-3 bedrooms, a handful of trailer park options, and other inexpensive apartments. While the city's average cost of living (85.8) is higher than that of Indiana (82.1), it is still lower than the USA average of 100.

Housing costs (64.7 or $149,500, median prices) are well below that of the USA (100, $231,200), making this a great place to move if you are starting a new family or looking to get an educational or medical job in one of the many facilities open throughout this city area.