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A laid-back Ames suburb
The winding streets of College Creek take their names from literary giants such as Poe, Twain and Cervantes. No sole attraction draws people to this whimsical suburb; many things make it popular. College Creek is within a short walk of Ames Community Theater, a nonprofit playhouse with performances throughout the year. This neighborhood's playful nature is also captured by one of its most popular businesses, KD Game Room Supply, which is chock full of pinball machines, pool tables and dart boards. Its attractions may be plentiful, but its stability is the neighborhood's defining factor. "Things have not changed a lot while I've lived here," says Realtor Misty Metschke, who has called College Creek home for 18 years and sells property there with Hunziker & Associates. "The neighborhood's just kind of matured and become more comfortable. We've gotten to know our neighbors, but now some older folks are moving out, and new people are coming in."
A newer area of Ames, College Creek is the perfect mix of relaxation and activity.
Every house in College Creek feels like home, from cozy ranch to grand new build.
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Contemporary and ranch-style homes
The roads are lined with sidewalks and lit by streetlamps. The well-kept lawns are shaded by a diverse sampling of tree species, and most yards are fenced in. The majority of homes have attached garages and were built between the mid-1970s and around 2020. Contemporary-style houses are the most common design throughout, but there are also several ranch styles. The houses are priced from $210,000 to $480,000. Condos from the 1980s and '90s are on the neighborhood's northeast corner and are priced from $160,000 to $210,000. A cluster of apartments is on College Creek's southeast corner. "A lot of college students live in apartments," Metschke says. "Young professionals are attracted to the condos and townhomes, which are both for sale and rent."
Large modern homes add sophistication to the College Creek neighborhood.
Spacious ranch homes make College Creek ideal for those seeking classic designs.
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Public schools within walking distance
Children can walk to the B-plus Niche-rated Edwards Elementary on the neighborhood's south end. Ames Middle School is several blocks away and has a B Niche rating. Across town, Ames High School has an A-minus rating on Niche and a 97% graduation rate. In 2019, U.S. News & World Report ranked Ames High as the top public high school in the state. The school has brought home 93 state championships in athletics.
Edwards Elementary helps shape bright futures for young College Creek learners.
Ames Middle School is where College Creek students grow and thrive.
Ames High School offers College Creek teens endless opportunities to succeed.
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Sports and biking at Daley Park
Daley Park & Greenbelt is located near the center of the neighborhood and has a basketball court, a picnic shelter and a playground. "I actually taught my kids to ride bikes at Daley," Metschke says. Park visitors can access a paved walking and biking trail that cuts through the neighborhood and connects to Christopher Gartner Park, which has a playground. Children can follow the trail to the middle school and Southwest Recreation Complex, where Iowa State athletic teams run track meets, play soccer tournaments and play softball games. College Creek is next to Iowa State University Sukup Basketball Complex, where the Iowa Cyclones' men's and women's basketball teams hold practices.
Daley Park offers natural beauty and a peaceful retreat in College Creek.
College Creek.
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International cuisine along Lincoln Way
People can start their day with a walk to Cafe Milo, an artisanal coffee shop serving sandwiches and salads. There are also several restaurants and shopping options along Lincoln Way, which branches off the neighborhood. Szechuan House has an eclectic menu of classic and less conventional Chinese dishes. Just down the street, Pammel Grocery sells Pakistani, Indian, Turkish and South American cooking ingredients along with fresh meals. There's also a Hy-Vee Grocery Store. JAX Outdoor Gear sells camping and sporting equipment on the neighborhood's north end.
Szechuan House is a favorite among College Creek locals for authentic Chinese flavors.
HyVee is the hub for groceries, with everything College Creek families need.
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Afternoons at Reiman Gardens and college football at Jack Trice Stadium
Next door to the neighborhood, Perfect Games has a bowling alley, a laser tag arena, an arcade, a sports bar and a pizza parlor. "A lot of people host their kids' birthday parties here," says Realtor Jen Burkamper, who sells homes in the neighborhood with RE/MAX Real Estate Center. College Creek is a short drive from Reiman Gardens, which has a butterfly enclosure, multiple greenhouses and a horticulture learning center for youth day camps. On college football gamedays, Jack Trice Stadium fills with up to 61,500 screaming Iowa State Cyclones fans. Hilton Coliseum hosts Iowa State's men's and women's basketball games.
Cyclone pride runs deep in College Creek, with Hilton Coliseum just minutes away.
College Creek.
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Getting around Ames
Bus stops line Lincoln Way and South Dakota Avenue, which border the neighborhood. "This neighborhood's location is a draw,' Metschke says. "It has easy access to Highway 30, and people can get downtown in about 10 minutes." Ames' Main Street is about 5 miles northeast of the neighborhood via Mortensen Road. Mary Greeley Medical Center is less than 5 miles northeast of the neighborhood, and Des Moines International Airport is just over 40 miles south.
The CyRide bus keeps College Creek students and families connected to Ames.
West Ames shines in College Creek, a neighborhood with community at its heart.
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College Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in College Creek, Ames sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in College Creek, Ames over the last 12 months is $326,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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