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Taylor

Taylor

$140,210 Average Value
$110 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

A community tied together by its people

Named for a historic elementary school, Taylor is a neighborhood in Cedar Rapids with a long tradition of bringing people together. That community-minded spirit shows up today in organized events like annual clean-up days and holiday celebrations, coordinated through the Taylor Neighborhood Association. Streets shaded by mature trees and well-kept yards give the area a settled, residential feel. Taylor Park adds playgrounds, walking trails and picnic areas nearby. Downtown Cedar Rapids, with its museums, theaters and nightlife, is a short trip away, and the Czech Village & New Bohemia District along the Cedar River offers additional shopping and dining options.

Taylor neighborhood offers a blend of historic charm and modern living in Cedar Rapids.
Taylor neighborhood offers a blend of historic charm and modern living in Cedar Rapids.
Craftsman homes in Taylor offer inviting front porches and handcrafted details.
Craftsman homes in Taylor offer inviting front porches and handcrafted details.
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A thorough mixture of the classic and the modern

Though new homes are developed regularly, the area is best known for its turn of 20th-century architecture, including centennial-aged Cape Cods, National, American Foursquare and Craftsman-style homes. Ubiquitous sidewalks cut through modest front yards, encouraging social openness between pedestrians and neighborhood porch sitters. Driveways are uncommon, meaning street parking is the norm in most sections of town. The area's older homes are in varied states of maintenance, though many of the most dilapidated were torn down during the flood of 2008. Historical houses needing considerable restoration start in the low $50,000s, while modest-sized buildings and fixer-uppers go in the mid-$100,000s. Fully restored or more modern homes make it into the mid-$200,000s.

Taylor's Foursquare homes stand out with their distinctive and iconic style.
Taylor's Foursquare homes stand out with their distinctive and iconic style.
The quaint appeal of Cape Cod-style homes adds timeless elegance to the Taylor neighborhood.
The quaint appeal of Cape Cod-style homes adds timeless elegance to the Taylor neighborhood.
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Root for the Kernels at Veterans Memorial Stadium

The National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library is the largest museum dedicated to these cultures in the United States. In addition to a regular rotation of artifacts and historical exhibits, the NCSML hosts several local events, including the Old World Christmas Market. Veterans Memorial Park offers several monuments dedicated to the military and veterans. Just around the corner, locals can walk to the Veterans Memorial Stadium, which hosts minor league baseball games with the Cedar Rapids Kernels. In the neighborhood's center, Reed Park offers playground equipment, a walking trail and gently sloping fields of green space.

Experience traditional music, artifacts, and more at the Czech and Slovak Museum.
Experience traditional music, artifacts, and more at the Czech and Slovak Museum.
Veterans Memorial Stadium in Taylor offers a great venue for sports fans to enjoy baseball.
Veterans Memorial Stadium in Taylor offers a great venue for sports fans to enjoy baseball.
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Upscale shopping at Czech Village

The historic Czech Village serves as one of the most popular shopping zones in Cedar Rapids, including restaurants and retail stores that serve up hip, eclectic tastes and fashions. The family-owned Breakfast House Café has served locals in the early hours for 30 years, offering specialty omelets and hash brown skillets in a classic diner atmosphere. The Hy-Vee Grocery and Drug Store can be found in the southern section of the neighborhood.

Czech Village is a cultural gem, featuring local art, crafts, and annual festivals.
Czech Village is a cultural gem, featuring local art, crafts, and annual festivals.
Czech Village Antiques offers a treasure trove of unique finds and vintage charm.
Czech Village Antiques offers a treasure trove of unique finds and vintage charm.
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Kolache-eating contests at Houby Days

Houby Days is an annual Cedar Rapids event celebrating Eastern European cultures. Live music from acts like the Iowa Accordion Club and Czech Plus fills the air as folk dancing gives way to tournament games and a Kolache-eating contest. Dinner on the Bridge turns the 16th Avenue Bridge of Lions into an outdoor dining experience with local food and drink and a silent auction.

Czech Village and Museum offer a delightful blend of history and modern-day attractions.
Czech Village and Museum offer a delightful blend of history and modern-day attractions.
Czech Village coffee shops like Cafe Saint Pio offer cozy corners to enjoy your favorite brew.
Czech Village coffee shops like Cafe Saint Pio offer cozy corners to enjoy your favorite brew.
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Valedictorians from Trinity Lutheran

Iowa's open enrollment policy allows parents to choose a public school for their children, regardless of their district. Students can begin at Cedar River Academy before heading to Wilson Middle School, both of which have a C from Niche. Older students can enroll at Thomas Jefferson High School, which has a B-minus and the distinction of being one of the largest high schools in Iowa. Those considering a private education can attend Trinity Lutheran School, which serves K-8th grade and boasts an impressive collection of graduates. "We have a lot of high school valedictorians as graduates," says Jodi Jonasson, development director at Trinity Lutheran School. "We hold our students to higher expectations and standards."

Jefferson High School has dozens of effective and excellent teachers and staff.
Jefferson High School has dozens of effective and excellent teachers and staff.
Educational opportunities abound at Wilson Middle School.
Educational opportunities abound at Wilson Middle School.
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2 miles to downtown Cedar Rapids

Bisected by Interstate 380, trips to surrounding cities like Iowa City and Des Moines are conveniently straightforward. Downtown Cedar Rapids is just across the Cedar River, never more than 2 miles from Taylor. Public transportation is popular, and the Cedar Rapids Transit bus line offers travel all over the city at $1 a ride.

Downtown Cedar Rapids is just across the Cedar River, never more than 2 miles from Taylor.
Downtown Cedar Rapids is just across the Cedar River, never more than 2 miles from Taylor.
Public transportation in Taylor provides convenient access to city amenities and beyond.
Public transportation in Taylor provides convenient access to city amenities and beyond.
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Important to know

Cedar Rapids has a history of flooding, including the 2008 flood, which left over 10,000 people displaced and nearly 8,000 pieces of property damaged or destroyed. The city has responded with an interim flood management system that includes barriers, dam operators and a number of safety precautions as it develops and funds a permanent solution.

A sense of community thrives in the Taylor neighborhood, where neighbors become friends.
A sense of community thrives in the Taylor neighborhood, where neighbors become friends.
Sunner Memorial Park is a great place to get away from it all.
Sunner Memorial Park is a great place to get away from it all.
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Transit

Airport

The Eastern Iowa

15 min drive

Bus

6th St & 2nd Ave

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J St & 14th Ave

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2nd Ave & 7th St

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Diagonal Dr & 3rd St

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2nd St & 8th Ave

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8th Ave & 2nd St

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6th St & 16th Ave

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Taylor US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
684
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
2013
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,488
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,842
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,901
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$1,600
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,600
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,600

Demographics

Total Population
4,330
Median Age
35
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$55,565
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$63,320

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.5%
College Graduates
17.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
18''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

70 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

60 / 100

Some public transit

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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