Why Live in College Creek
College Creek in Ames is a neighborhood characterized by its tree-lined streets, sidewalks, and well-maintained lawns. Homes here range from contemporary styles to ranch designs, built between the mid-1970s and 2020, with attached garages being common. Condos from the 1980s and '90s are located in the northeast corner, while apartments, popular with college students, are found in the southeast. Daley Park & Greenbelt, centrally located, features a basketball court, picnic shelter, playground, and a paved trail connecting to Christopher Gartner Park and the Southwest Recreation Complex. Residents can enjoy a variety of dining and shopping options along Lincoln Way, including Cafe Milo, Szechuan House, and Pammel Grocery. For entertainment, Perfect Games offers bowling, laser tag, and more, while Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium provide additional attractions. The neighborhood is well-connected with bus stops along Lincoln Way and South Dakota Avenue, and easy access to Highway 30. Downtown Ames is about 10 minutes away, with Mary Greeley Medical Center and Des Moines International Airport located within 5 and 40 miles, respectively. College Creek is served by highly rated schools, including Edwards Elementary, Ames Middle School, and Ames High School, which boasts a 97% graduation rate and numerous state championships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is College Creek a good place to live?
College Creek is a good place to live. College Creek is considered car-dependent and bikeable. College Creek has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 31. The average household income is $108,119 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 83.3% of residents. A majority of residents in College Creek are home owners, with 45.8% of residents renting and 54.2% of residents owning their home. A
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Is College Creek, IA a safe neighborhood?
College Creek, IA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in College Creek?
The median home price in College Creek is $344,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $69,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,790 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $77K a year to afford the median home price in College Creek. The average household income in College Creek is $108K.
What are the best public schools in College Creek?
The best public schools that serve College Creek are:
- Ames High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Edwards Elementary School has a B+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
- Ames Middle School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.2.
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Home Trends in College Creek, IA
On average, homes in College Creek, Ames sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in College Creek, Ames over the last 12 months is $255,000.
Median Sale Price
$255,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$255,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$200
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$344,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%