COMMUNITY OVERVIEW


The Syracuse/Wawasee area is a developing and ever-changing community that blends a progressive, diverse economy with country charm and mid-western friendliness. It has also been a destination for visitors for generations due to the breathtaking Lake Wawasee, the largest natural lake in Indiana. With access to Syracuse Lake there are more than 3,500 acres of water for year round recreation.

Syracuse offers a high standard of living, which includes desirable housing, warm neighborhoods, a strong commitment to schools, a low crime rate, easy access to Fort Wayne or Chicago and a large employment base. Syracuse is known for its narrow tree lined streets both in the commercial and residential areas and is proud to be a Tree City USA and continues to work hard to keep the title. Uptown Syracuse is composed of historic and distinct architectural brick buildings that line Main Street and are home to a variety of businesses. Something is always happening on Main Street which includes retail stores, restaurants and a movie theatre.

The Syracuse Area has a lot to offer people of all ages including many childcare options, a youth center, the Syracuse Community Center and a modern nursing home for senior citizens, (6) physicians and MedStat Urgent Care Center. There are also (6) banks in town, including Crossroads Bank, Key Bank, Horizon Bank, Mutual Bank, INterra Credit Union and Lake City Bank. More than half of the town’s (25) restaurants are locally owned. Included are (7) fast food restaurants. Family activities abound in Syracuse thanks to the lakes, golf courses and parks.

Syracuse is home to a diverse group of industries including boat manufacturing, rubber product manufacturing, circuit board manufacturing, RV manufacturing, plastic production, metal fabrication, horse trailer manufacturing, printing, engine and control research and development and modular home manufacturing.

Service organizations in Syracuse include the Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary, Wawasee Kiwanis, Syracuse Lions, Knights of Columbus, Eagles F.O.E. 3760, and American Legion Post 223.