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Mound View has colleges and restaurants near downtown Cedar Rapids
Much of Mound View’s character comes from its eclectic mix of homes, just over a mile from Downtown Cedar Rapids. “We’re the first neighborhood moving out of the downtown area,” says Carol Sindelar, longtime resident and president of the Mound View Neighborhood Association. Whereas downtown has more condos and apartment complexes, Mound View is almost entirely single-family homes. “You can own a house, you can have a yard, you can have shade trees – and you can still walk to work downtown,” Sindelar says. Coe College and Mount Mercy University draw a large number of students to the neighborhood, and residents can enjoy locally owned restaurants.
The Mound View neighborhood is located in the beautiful city of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Mound View from above: a patchwork of homes and green spaces coming together beautifully.
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Century-old homes and newer properties line residential roads
Shaded sidewalks line most of Mound View’s residential streets. “Within this neighborhood, we have a diversity of development,” Sindelar says. “We have old houses from the 1800s, beautiful houses, then maybe four houses away...You have brand new houses.” The oldest homes include Tudor Revivals and Victorian-era styles. American Foursquares, Craftsman bungalows and National Folk-styles are down the road from ranch-style houses and the occasional New Traditional cottages. Driveways are standard, although there is ample room for street parking. While grassy front lawns are common, many locals have turned their lawns into gardens because of the area’s rich soil.
A single-family home can range from $100,000 to $240,000, depending on size and condition. Many houses need updates; these investment properties cost as little as $20,000. Neighborhood Finance Corporation is a mortgage lender based in Mound View that offers Cedar Rapids residents five-year forgivable home improvement loans of $15,000 to complete extensive repairs. “It’s not for someone who is flipping homes, and it’s not for someone who is going to rent it out,” Sindelar says. “But, if you’re going to live there, they will help you out.” Many residents, including students from Coe College and Mount Mercy University, rent.
Row of homes with character, each one adding to Mound View's unique charm.
You can find colorful choices when moving to the Mound View neighborhood.
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Students attend Cedar Rapids public schools and private colleges
Mound View is part of the Cedar Rapids Community School District, which offers school choice through open enrollment, in-district permits and magnet programs. Trailside Elementary School, which opened in fall 2024, is not yet rated by Niche. Franklin Middle School receives a C-plus. Washington High School, which earns a B, offers 25 AP courses and six world languages.
There are two private, postsecondary institutions in the neighborhood. Coe College is a four-year, liberal arts school with over 60 areas of study. Mount Mercy University is a Catholic school with over 60 undergraduate and nine graduate programs. Both schools open games and other events, like performances at Coe College’s Dow Theatre, to the public.
Trailside Elementary School opened to students in the fall of 2024.
Franklin Middle School serves the students of Mound View.
Washington High School offers 25 AP courses to local students.
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Locals walk, drive, bike or take the bus 1 mile downtown
First Avenue is one of Cedar Rapids’ main drags and connects the neighborhood to downtown. Residents also have access to Interstate 380, U.S. Route 151 Business and Cedar Rapids Transit buses. However, even with access to major roads and bus routes, Sindelar says that many people walk or ride their bikes along the CeMar Trail. St. Luke’s Hospital, part of UnityPoint Health, and Mercy Medical Center are about 1 mile away. Eastern Iowa Airport is about a 10-mile drive and offers nonstop flights to eight U.S. cities.
Cedar Rapids Transit provides transportation for the Mound View residents.
Interstate 100 is just miles away to get residents of Mound View to where they want to go.
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Residents spend time at the community garden and local parks
Part of the Mound View Neighborhood Association’s role is maintaining a community garden, which is open to all residents, including students. “We encourage students to come pick some little cherry tomatoes and munch them on their way to class,” Sindelar says. Daniels Park is one of the two larger parks in Mound View and has a walking trail, a splash pad and an ADA-compliant playground. It is next to the Bill Quinby Field, where the Coe College Kohawks play baseball. Mature trees fill Tomahawk Park, which includes a playground, dog park and Washington High School’s softball field. Cedar Lake is less than 1 mile away, on the other side of the interstate. It is undergoing significant changes, including installing an ADA-compliant kayaking pier and new playgrounds. These renovations, along with improvements to the Cedar Lake Trail, are scheduled to finish in 2026.
Catch a game of basketball at Daniels Park in the Mound View area.
Bird’s-eye view of a vibrant Mound View neighborhood, showcasing the charm from above.
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Locally owned eateries include Old Neighborhood Pub and Dairy Queen
Mound View is known for its local restaurants, including Old Neighborhood Pub, which hosts events such as live music and plant swaps. “It’s beyond ‘I’m a bar that serves food,’” Sindelar says. Instead, she says the message is, “‘I’m a neighborhood resource that is doing things.’” At MoCo Game Room and Hot Dog Bar, college students and residents of all ages can play tabletop games and foosball while eating classic American fare. Dairy Queen has a walk-up window that sells ice cream and other treats during the warmer months. “People from all over town drive to our Dairy Queen,” says Sindelar, who attributes its popularity to the friendliness of the local owner. The First Avenue corridor is more commercial, with fast-food chains and Hornbill Asian Market. The closest grocery store is the Hy-Vee on Oakland Road. Residents head about 1 mile downtown for more local restaurants, boutiques and events like the annual Market After Dark.
Locals of Mound View tend to head to The Neighborhood Pub, where you can grab a burger and beer.
HyVee provides grocery options for the Mound View neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Mound View Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mound View, Cedar Rapids sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Mound View, Cedar Rapids over the last 12 months is $155,250, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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