If your idea of the perfect home includes a furry sidekick waiting excitedly at your door, a leash hanging by the entryway, and a tail thumping every time you grab your shoes, you’re going to fit right in here.

At New Durham Estates, pets aren’t just allowed. They’re part of what makes this community feel like home.

Yes, We’re Pet-Friendly

We love pets. Whether you’ve got a goofy golden who thinks every neighbor is a long-lost friend, a senior pup who just wants a sunny patch by the window, or a cat who supervises your every move from the kitchen counter, your pet is welcome here.

We’re a leash community, which simply means dogs need to be leashed when they’re out and about. It’s a small ask that keeps everyone, two- and four-legged, safe, comfortable, and confident on their daily strolls. Plus, leashed walks are nature’s perfect excuse to chat with neighbors.

Made for Walking (and Sniffing, and Stopping Every Three Feet)

One of the underrated joys of community living is walking through our community. Our streets are quiet, well-kept, and perfect for unhurried evening loops that dogs absolutely live for. You’ll quickly learn which mailbox your pup must greet, which corner is “the spot,” and which neighbor always has a treat in their pocket.

It’s the simple things that make our community feel like home for you and your pet.

Bluhm County Park: The Backyard Bark Park

Right next door, and we mean truly right next door, is Bluhm County Park, home to a dedicated bark park where your dog can run, romp, and make friends without a leash holding them back. Open green space, walking trails, and a community of fellow dog lovers? It doesn’t get much better than that.

For our residents, it’s basically having a giant dog park as part of your lifestyle. Try fetching that in a typical neighborhood. Our community even has its own trailhead to access this community treasure.

More Adventures, Just Down the Road

Beyond Bluhm, Northwest Indiana has a whole map of bark parks waiting to be explored. Several nearby communities offer fenced, off-leash areas where your pup can socialize and burn off boundless energy. Pick a different one each weekend, and you’ve got a tail-wagging tour of the region.

A Community That Loves Its Pets

Pets are part of what makes a neighborhood feel like a neighborhood. Our four-legged friends are a great way to meet your neighbors. They’re the reason for the morning waves and evening hellos, and the soft, snoring presence that turns a house into a home.

At New Durham, we get that. And we built a community that gets it, too.