Summer evenings in Roosevelt are punctuated by lawnmower engines, the laughter of children riding their bikes and the melodic rhythms of jazz coming from Roosevelt Park. "It's a Norman Rockwell neighborhood in a lot of ways," says Realtor Paul Livingston, who sells homes in Roosevelt with Hunziker & Associates. "People relax on their front porches while people are out walking dogs, walking to the downtown or walking to the park." In addition to its charming atmosphere, the neighborhood is close to a newly rebuilt high school and several of Ames' most popular restaurants and coffee shops.
In Roosevelt, every street feels like home with its timeless beauty and vibrant community.
Main Street Ames offers unique boutiques and local flavors just steps from Roosevelt.
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Older homes and a school converted into condos
An indicator of the neighborhood's age is the old-growth trees that shade many yards, which are often enclosed by white picket fences. The homes were mostly constructed between the 1910s and the '40s and range in price from $160,000 to around $300,0000. "It is an older neighborhood, so when I work with someone buying there, certain considerations need to be taken into account," says Realtor Collin Fett, who sells homes in Roosevelt with RE/MAX Real Estate Center. "The homes have older roofs, and, one time, the furnace in the house I was selling was about 60 years old. But otherwise, it's a good neighborhood, especially for first-time homebuyers." There is a mix of American Craftsman bungalows, wood-frame houses and American Foursquares. The former Roosevelt School, which is listed on the National Register for Historic Places, is now a condominium complex, with unit prices ranging from $170,000 to $420,000. Roosevelt has normal noise levels despite the train track that runs along its western border.
The American Foursquares in Roosevelt add a timeless elegance to the neighborhood.
Nestled in Ames, Roosevelt offers charm, character, and convenience.
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Ames High School has a new building
Meeker Elementary and Ames Middle each have B Niche ratings, while Ames High has an A-minus Niche rating. The Ames High Athletics Department has won 93 state championship trophies, and in 2019, U.S. News & World Report ranked Ames High as the top high school in Iowa. In 2022, the city opened the high school's new $140 million building. For college students, Iowa State University has about 25,300 undergraduates and 4,200 postgraduates.
Meeker Elementary is where young learners from Roosevelt thrive and grow.
Ames Middle School provides excellent academics for Roosevelt’s students.
Roosevelt teens succeed at Ames High School with strong academics and activities.
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Catching a meal along Ames' Main Street
Shopping and dining options line Ames' Main Street, which branches off Roosevelt's south side. People can start the day with a coffee and a pastry at Café Diem, which is coming up on its 25th anniversary. For lunch and dinner, Aunt Maude's serves modern American cuisine in a sophisticated setting with stamped metal ceilings, a stained-glass window and exposed brick walls. On Roosevelt's south end, Wheatsfield Cooperative is a community-owned grocery store where members get together during the holidays to make decorations and have tea tastings.
Roosevelt locals rave about the upscale flavors and ambiance at Aunt Maude’s.
Cafe Diem is a favorite spot for Roosevelt locals to grab coffee and unwind.
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Brookside Park is within walking distance
A big perk of living in Ames is the walkable access to parks. In the middle of the neighborhood, Roosevelt Park has a playground and an open field. On the banks of Ioway Creek, Brookside Park has multiple open-air shelters, a basketball court, a tennis court, a sand volleyball court and three baseball fields. Its cinder bike trail connects to Stuart Smith Park, Furman Aquatic Center and Ames High School.
Roosevelt residents love Brookside Park's timeless art and fun playgrounds.
Once a school playground, Roosevelt Park is now a cherished neighborhood green space.
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Christmas on Main Street and Iowa State sports
There is no shortage of events nearby. Just outside of the neighborhood, Main Street regularly shuts down for events, including a weekly farmers market and an annual holiday parade that features a community tree lighting and an appearance from Santa. Main Street also holds an annual Art Walk where local craftsmen sell their work.
Iowa State sports are a big source of entertainment for most people who live in Ames. On game days, Jack Trice Stadium fills up with over 60,000 football fans and the men's and women's NCAA Division I basketball teams face off against other Big 12 Conference teams at Hilton Coliseum.
Roosevelt residents enjoy walkable streets and access to Ames’ best attractions.
Roosevelt residents cheer on the Cyclones at nearby Hilton Coliseum.
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Getting around Ames
Sidewalks line Ames' Main Street and lead to various parks, and drivers can take Interstate 35 to Des Moines International Airport, about 40 miles south. A public bus line stops along Grand Avenue on Roosevelt's east side. Mary Greeley Medical Center is about eight blocks east of the neighborhood.
The CyRide bus system keeps Roosevelt connected to all corners of Ames.
Roosevelt residents enjoy the perfect balance of quiet living and urban amenities.
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Parks in this Area
Roosevelt Park
Bandshell Park
Brookside Park
Duff Park
Transit
Airport
Des Moines International
56 min drive
Bus
Northwestern Avenue & 6th Street Eastbound
Bus
13th Street & Northwestern Avenue Eastbound
Bus
Allan Drive & Grand Avenue
Bus
6th Street & Northwestern Avenue Westbound
Bus
13th Street & Roosevelt Avenue Eastbound
Bus
Grand Avenue & 11th Street Southbound
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Roosevelt
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Roosevelt, Ames sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Roosevelt, Ames over the last 12 months is $267,004, up 19% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$259,900
Median Single Family Price
$249,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$173
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median List Price
$259,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
216
Median Year Built
1924
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,201
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,584
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,880
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
899
Median Age
39
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,301
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,764
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
62.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.3%
% Population in Labor Force
82.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
88/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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