Why Live in Mound View
Mound View in Cedar Rapids combines historical charm with modern convenience. Located just northeast of downtown, it features a mix of 19th-century homes and contemporary constructions, attracting a diverse population. The area is known for its affordability compared to similar neighborhoods, with home prices ranging from the low $40,000s to the mid-$200,000s. Architectural styles include Tudor, Colonial, Victorian, Prairie, American Foursquare, and ranch-style houses, set on modest lawns with mature oaks and flowering trees. The neighborhood's grid layout and well-maintained sidewalks enhance its pedestrian-friendly nature. Mound View is safer than the national average, offering a quiet refuge for residents.
Educational opportunities are robust, with the new Trailside Elementary School opening in fall 2024, followed by Franklin Middle School and the highly rated George Washington High School, which offers 25 AP courses and six world languages. Nearby, Coe College and Mount Mercy University provide higher education options.
Recreational features include Daniels Park, a 24-acre space with a walking trail, splash pad, and sledding hills, as well as Tomahawk Park, which has playground equipment and a softball diamond. The central area, sometimes called the Irish District, offers dining and entertainment options, including the Old Neighborhood Pub and Moco Game Room and Hot Dog Bar. First Avenue provides shopping and fast food options, with grocery stores like Hy-Vee.
Mound View is well-connected, with Interstate 380 and U.S. Route 151 nearby. Downtown Cedar Rapids and the PCI Medical Pavilion are less than 2 miles away, and Eastern Iowa Airport is under 10 miles south. Cedar Rapids Transit offers bus routes throughout the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mound View a good place to live?
Mound View is a good place to live. Mound View is considered fairly walkable with some transit options. Mound View has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.8 people per acre and a median age of 29. The average household income is $48,704 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 16.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Mound View are renters, with 55.2% of residents renting and 44.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Mound View can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Mound View neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Mound View?
The median home price in Mound View is $140,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $28,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.58%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $710 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $30K a year to afford the median home price in Mound View. The average household income in Mound View is $49K.
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Home Trends in Mound View, IA
On average, homes in Mound View, Cedar Rapids sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Mound View, Cedar Rapids over the last 12 months is $133,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$133,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$138,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$106
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
50
Median List Price
$140,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
