Ewing Woods-Evergreen Homes for Sale

The small community of Ewing Woods-Evergreen is within 5 miles of Des Moines’s city center, offering a blend of suburban and rural living. The area is densely wooded, its wide streets lined with maple and oak trees, creating a peaceful environment where wildlife sightings are common. Residents enjoy various recreational options. Easter Lake Park is nearby with playgrounds, picnic shelters, hiking trails and a 165-acre lake. Ewing Park, connected by bike trails, offers additional amenities, including a BMX track, disc golf course and dog park. For indoor fun when the weather’s wintry, Bowlerama Lanes and downtown museums are also accessible. Shopping needs are met by a nearby Hy-Vee and Walmart Supercenter. Southridge Shopping Mall houses chain stores and local eateries, including Nut Pob Restaurant and Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse. Homes in Ewing Woods-Evergreen are primarily ranch-style and two-story Minimal Traditional homes, with ongoing new construction in some areas. Most houses have garages. Lots range from around an eighth of an acre to a quarter-acre. The neighborhood is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District and Carlyle Community School District, with Jackson Elementary and Weeks Middle within walking distance, and East High nearby. Folks benefit from proximity to MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center. Carless commuting is convenient thanks to Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) bus routes.