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Hilly roads and large shaded yards in Kimball Park
In the northern reaches of Council Bluffs, the city starts yielding to the Loess Hills and the Iowa countryside. With its hilly, winding roads and dense tree canopies, Kimball Park offers a glimpse of what lies beyond. The neighborhood is situated along North Broadway, connecting it to the central portion of Council Bluffs about 2 miles away, which affords the neighborhood a slight reprieve from the bustle of the city. “The houses there are not remarkable, but the location is,” says Steve Moore, a Realtor and team leader at Embarc Realty who has been selling real estate in Council Bluffs for five years. “And once you cross Kanesville Boulevard, there’s shopping, the 100 Block, Bayliss Park — everything.”
There are many shopping and dining options on W. Broadway near Kimball Park.
The residents love the unique terrain of Kimball Park.
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Single-family homes with ample yard space
Most houses in Kimball Park are spaced widely apart on sweeping lawns, with enough driveway and yard space to park an RV or camper. Ample tree growth brings a rural vibe, and many residential streets are narrow, with no shoulders or sidewalks. Single-family homes dominate the property mix, but inventory is scarce, and homes typically sell after just 15 days on the market. Raised ranch-style homes with attached garages recently sold for $175,000 to $300,000. Contemporary builds might fetch $300,000 to $325,000.
Kimball Park residents enjoy a variety of small and large homes in the neighborhood.
Residents of Kimball Park appreciate the sidewalks and mature trees found throughout.
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Kimball Park lies in a shady hollow
The neighborhood’s namesake park burrows into a shady hollow between two branches of Linden Avenue. A short walking path leads past picnic tables, a playground and tennis and basketball courts. The fishing docks and scenic trails at Big Lake Park are less than 2 miles away, just south of the Lewis and Clark Park & Monument, a popular spot for mountain biking.
Kimball Park has a playground and grill in The East End, Council Bluffs, IA.
If you love basketball, Kimball Park has you covered.
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North Broadway connects Kimball Park to downtown districts
North Broadway, the neighborhood’s primary thoroughfare, connects with Kanesville Boulevard about a mile away. From there, it’s another mile to downtown Council Bluffs and the business district surrounding Bayliss Park. Residents have a 7-mile drive to downtown Omaha and a 9-mile drive to Eppley Airfield, which is served by seven major airlines. Buses on the Omaha Metro Transit system stop along Kanesville Boulevard, but most people on the east side of Council Bluffs rely on cars. The nearest medical center, CHI Health Mercy, is a mile south.
There are several bus stops near Kimball Park for residents to use.
Residents of Prospect Park use West Broadway as a way to get around town.
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Open enrollment at Council Bluffs Community School District
Students start at Hoover Elementary School, which receives a Niche grade of B-minus, followed by Gerald W. Kirn Middle School, rated C. Abraham Lincoln High School, rated C-plus, offers before- and after-school programs to complement school-day learning. All three schools are within a short drive. Moore, who taught in the district for 15 years, cites the open-enrollment policy as a benefit for families looking to settle in the area. “Council Bluffs is an open city, so no matter where you live, you can go to any of the high schools,” he says.
Gerald W Kirn Middle School is a short drive away.
Welcome to Hoover Elementary School in The East End, IA.
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Ice cream and sherbet at Christy Creme
Locals know spring has arrived when Christy Creme opens its doors for the season. The third-generation mom-and-pop ice cream parlor tempts visitors with soft-serve sundaes and a rotating “sherbet calendar.” The closest grocery options are Super Saver on North Broadway and Fareway Meat and Grocery on McKenzie Avenue. Kimball Park is within 2 miles of the Historic 100 Block, the city’s premier dining and nightlife spot.
Residents of Kimball Park love going to Christy Creme for a cone or burger and fries.
Fareway Meat & Grocery is a great place to find all of your grilling needs near Kimball Park.
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Cold winters and spring tornado activity
Council Bluffs is prone to cold winters, with frequent ice storms as well as snow. Tornado risk is also high, especially in spring, so residents should look for homes with storm shelters or basements.
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Crime and Safety
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Kimball Park
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
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Crime Score
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Kimball Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kimball Park, Council Bluffs sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Kimball Park, Council Bluffs over the last 12 months is $281,500, up 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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