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Des Moines' largest suburb has it all
Featuring parks, schools and shopping within minutes of housing developments, Northeast Ankeny is known for its calm, suburban setting. In the northeastern portion of Des Moines’ largest suburb, residents benefit from amenities throughout the city of Ankeny without the need to leave the neighborhood for everyday needs. While Ankeny has existed since 1907, this part of the city has seen a ton of recent growth over the last few decades. “Ankeny is not landlocked, there’s still an extraordinary amount of room to grow,” says Nancy Shrader, a Realtor with Keller Williams Ankeny Metro, who lives in Ankeny and has been selling homes here for nearly five years.
Northeast Ankeny has high-end homes, good schools, and lovely parks.
Northeast Ankeny
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Suburban streetscape with a variety of single-family homes and condos
The neighborhood homes are arranged along traditional suburban gridded streets with cul-de-sacs. Northeast Ankeny suburbs have sidewalks, streetlights and manicured lawns with mature walnut and oak trees lining the roadways. Residents can choose between a variety of standalone and condominium properties, with many newly constructed homes boasting contemporary designs, and others adopting ranch colonial elements. Smaller ranch styles and cape cods are available on the neighborhood’s south side. “You can find houses built before 1970, but there’s also been a lot of new construction,” says Shrader. Homes throughout Northeast Ankey tend to stay on the market for about a month and typically sell for between $250,000 to $500,000.
Modern ranch-style houses are also common in the neighborhood's developments.
Some of the area's developments include high-end housing with elaborate stone facades.
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Ankeny Community School District earns top marks
The Ankeny Community School District serves the neighborhood’s students with highly-rated schools, each earning an A grade from Niche. Kids may start at Northeast Elementary School, before transitioning to Northview Middle School. Students may then attend Ankeny Centennial High School, which is ranked in the top five best public high schools in the state.
Ankeny High School excels in student college readiness and achieves impressive test scores.
Northeast Elementary School focuses on student progress and test scores.
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Crestbruck and Otter Creek are a few of the many parks nearby
Small, community-oriented parks are found throughout Northeast Ankeny, with Crestbruck Park hosting a large lawn space, as well as an onsite playground. Nearby, Michael Park offers its own playground and lawn space in a more intimate setting. On the neighborhood’s north side, Briarwood Park offers an outdoor space that is especially convenient for residents in the nearby condominium properties. Otter Creek Park is a large green space with a playground and a paved walking path. The Otter Creek Golf Course is a full 18-hole course with a pro shop and an on-site restaurant.
Briarwood Park has playgrounds, trails, basketball courts, and shelters in a large green space.
The Michael Park Pedestrian Bridge is a delightful addition to the neighborhood.
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Costco and plenty more shopping along Ankeny Boulevard
For bulk shopping needs, there’s a Costco Wholesale on the north side of the neighborhood. Along the city’s main artery of Ankeny Boulevard, residents can shop for everyday groceries at Fareway Meat and Grocery, or check out ALDI for discount shopping. Restaurants are also abundant along Ankeny Boulevard, with spots like Fiesta Jalapenos known for its colorful bar and strong margaritas, as well as its fun atmosphere. There’s also JJ’s Tavern + Grill, a locally-owned restaurant serving pints and pub dishes.
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Popular events throughout the year
Ankeny SummerFest is an annual event held each July at Prairie Trail. The festival features carnival rides, food vendors, fireworks and live music throughout the weekend. There’s also the Iowa State Fair, which takes place in nearby Des Moines every August. The fair, which has been a staple in the area since 1854, is the largest event in Iowa, bringing in over 1 million visitors during the 11 days it operates. There’s a ton of entertainment and shopping on the 445 acres the fair sits on, including amusement rides, livestock shows, nearly 200 food stands and live music every night. “The fair is very popular with Ankeny residents too,” adds Shrader.
Close to Interstate 35 and Highway 69
Because of Northeast Ankeny’s suburban layout, the neighborhood is somewhat bikeable but still car-dependent. Take Interstate 35 and Highway 69 just 10 miles south to get to job opportunities and entertainment in downtown Des Moines.
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Parks in this Area
Briarwood Park
Playground
Otter Creek Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Playground
Heritage Park
River
Parking Lot
Multi-Purpose Field
Ankeny Miracle Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Michael Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Crestbruck Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Des Moines International
31 min drive
Bus
E 1st St & Mercy North P&R, Ank
Northeast Ankeny Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northeast Ankeny, Ankeny sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northeast Ankeny, Ankeny over the last 12 months is $393,000, down 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
17,274
Median Age
37
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,221
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$122,991
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
53.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.7%
% Population in Labor Force
83.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
11°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
30''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
17/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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