Why Live in Ty N Cae
Ty N Cae in Iowa City is a neighborhood characterized by a variety of home styles, including newly renovated duplexes, ranch-style homes, split-levels, New Traditional two-stories, and custom homes. Properties range from $200,000 to $400,000, with condominiums in the north and larger homes in the south. The area is bordered by Willow Creek Park and Kiwanis Park, connected by a paved bike trail. Willow Creek Park is popular for soccer, frisbee, and tobogganing, while Kiwanis Park features a community garden. Residents enjoy local wildlife sightings, including woodpeckers, blackbirds, and beavers. Nearby amenities include Fareway Meat and Grocery, Al Salam International Foods, Java House Coffee Roasters, Heirloom Salad Co., Tequila Grill, and Coaches Corner, with additional shopping and dining options within 2 miles along Highway 6. Community events such as Christmas caroling, park meetings, and block parties foster a close-knit atmosphere. Ty N Cae is 2 miles from Downtown Iowa City and 1 mile from U.S. Route 218, providing convenient access to Coralville and Cedar Rapids. Public transportation options include bus stops and bike lanes on Mormon Trek Boulevard. The Eastern Iowa Airport is 21 miles away. Students attend Horn Elementary School, Northwest Junior High School, and the highly rated West High School, known for its engineering programs in partnership with the University of Iowa.
