Lake Manawa
Neighborhood in Council Bluffs, Iowa
Pottawattamie County 51501, 51503
Lakefront homes with access to Manawa’s waters
The lakefront has an eclectic mix of homes, from ranch-style properties and mid-century cottages to two-level contemporary properties and townhome. Houses are built alongside large front yards and neat, uniform streets shaded by oak and maple trees. Backyards commonly have decks and patios, and the most sought-after properties come with private docks leading right to the water’s edge. “Demand is very strong, and you won’t find much sitting on the market,” Hanwright says. “Houses will spend days on the market, not weeks and anything on the waterfront will sell in the first couple of days.” Homes in the area range from $200,000 and $300,000 for a 3-bedroom property and can go up to $700,000 for a custom-built home with a lake view.
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Kayak, fish and relax at Lake Manawa State Park
The centerpiece of the neighborhood is Lake Manawa State Park. Visitors paddle board and kayak on the man-made lake’s waters, catch bluegill and walleye from the shoreline and explore the 1,500 acres of surrounding campgrounds and hiking trails. The park is also home to Dream Playground, the largest ADA-accessible playground in the state. A small city park sits on the lake’s perimeter and has a basketball court, a skate park and a sensory garden with walking trails. Council Bluffs Country Club neighbors the lake on Piute Street and has a members-only golf course, restaurant and pool.Lewis Central High is a performing arts hotspot
Families can send their children to the Lewis Central Community School District. Young students may attend E.A. Kreft Primary School, which earns a B on Niche, for kindergarten and first grade, before moving to Titan Hill Intermediate School for second and fifth grade, ranking B-minus on Niche. Lewis Central Middle School scores a B from Niche and serves kids from sixth through eighth grade, and students in Grades 9 through 12 may attend Lewis Central Senior High School, which earns a B-plus from Niche. The high school has a well-equipped Performing Arts Center, which seats 1,100 people and is the largest auditorium in Council Bluffs.
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PACE brings theatre and music to the region
Council Bluffs has also become a hotspot for performing arts thanks to Pottawattamie Arts, Culture and Entertainment (PACE), which promotes fine arts in the region. Highlights include plays and musicals every other month at the Chanticleer Community Theater, an annual holiday presentation of “The Nutcracker” at the American Midwest Ballet and monthly performances from the Kanesville Symphony Orchestra.Interstates 29 and 80 are the fastest routes to Omaha
It takes an 8-mile drive down Interstate 29 to get from Lake Manawa to Omaha. Council Bluffs is near several other large highways, like U.S. Routes 6 and 275 and Interstate 80. While many locals prefer to drive, the Yellow and Blue Routes of the Omaha Metro bus system both serve Council Bluffs. The closest bus stop to the Lake Manawa neighborhood is at the Metro Crossing Shopping Center.Doozie’s serves up award-winning burgers
Metro Crossing Shopping Center is in the northern part of the neighborhood on Metro Drive and has retail, dining and grocery options, including Target. Walmart, Sam’s Club and Aldi are located just down the street on Manawa Centre Drive. Just off the Veterans Memorial Highway, Rustic Cuts Butcher Shop offers locally raised beef as well as a selection of seafood, beer, wine and cheese. Between May and September, community members can also pick up fresh-baked bread, organic honey and locally grown produce at the Council Bluffs Farmers Market on Pearl Street every Thursday afternoon.Just off U.S. Route 275, Doozie’s serves 16 homemade ice cream flavors and fresh-made burgers, which were previously voted the best burgers in Pottawattamie County by Council Bluff’s Visitors Bureau. Sakura Sushi & Hibachi is in the Metro Crossings Shopping Center and specializes a variety of sushi rolls, teriyaki entrees and udon noodles.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jon Adams
Jon Adams
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
(712) 355-7152
42 Total Sales
1 in Lake Manawa
$265,000 Price
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Emilee Jensen
Emilee Jensen
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Good Life Group
(531) 201-6099
45 Total Sales
1 in Lake Manawa
$290,100 Price
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Steve Moore
Steve Moore
Nebraska Realty
(531) 999-5934
156 Total Sales
3 in Lake Manawa
$245K - $325K Price Range
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Lynn Leaders
Lynn Leaders
Heartland Properties
(712) 217-3289
143 Total Sales
2 in Lake Manawa
$228K - $260K Price Range
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Vickie Errett
Vickie Errett
United Country Loess Hills Realty & Auction
(712) 467-4816
132 Total Sales
1 in Lake Manawa
$280,000 Price
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Jonie Sturek
Jonie Sturek
Responds QuicklyBetter Homes and Gardens R.E.
(531) 541-5544
187 Total Sales
1 in Lake Manawa
$202,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 2nd to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lake Manawa State Park
Lake Manawa Dream Land Park
Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park
Council Bluffs Recreation Complex
Sunset Park
Peterson Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lake Manawa | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lake Manawa Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lake Manawa, Council Bluffs sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Manawa, Council Bluffs over the last 12 months is $286,050, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$275,000
Median Sale Price
$286,050
Median Single Family Sale Price
$270,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$273,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$295,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$194
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
547
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2015
Months of Supply
0.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,577
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,517
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,392
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 2:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,917
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,900
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,066
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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