Bluffwood Houses for Sale

Bluffwood, located in the Hoover subsection of Iowa City, provides a serene suburban lifestyle adjacent to the expansive 185-acre Hickory Hill Park. The neighborhood features nearly 400 homes on spacious lots, with a mix of modest ranches, two-story Colonial-inspired, New Traditional homes, and unique custom designs. Brick condominiums are also present along North First Avenue. The area is known for its rolling hills, woods, and creeks, which add to its distinct charm. Bluffwood is safer than the national average, making it a desirable place for families. The prestigious Regina Catholic Education Center, rated as the second-best Catholic high school in Iowa, is nearby, along with the highly rated City High School. Calder Park, with its playground and picnic pavilion, and the larger Hickory Hill Park offer ample recreational opportunities. The Harvest Preserve, a 100-acre member-only landscape, provides additional outdoor activities and conservation education. Residents have access to two small retail centers, with Hy-Vee, Cracken's Grill, and Wig & Pen East located just beyond the southwestern corner, and another business center one mile east featuring medical offices, fitness studios, and popular dining spots like BlackStone. Downtown Iowa City, less than 3 miles away, offers further shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Bluffwood is car-dependent, with North First and Rochester avenues serving as main thoroughfares, and Interstate 80 located under 2 miles north. Public transportation is limited to a few bus stops along Rochester Avenue, and a bike path runs along North First. For long-distance travel, Iowa City Municipal Airport is 4 miles southwest.