Ingersoll Park
$381,865
Average Value
Stunning Tudor homes alongside modern new constructions
Homes in Ingersoll Park vary in style but are generally similar in price, on average ranging between $400,000 and over $600,000. Large homes on wide quiet streets and plenty of old trees make this area highly desirable for young families. Buyers can find two-story Craftsman homes, modern designs, large Tudors and even a few Spanish-inspired homes around the neighborhood. Those Tudor estates on spacious lots with four or more bedrooms cost roughly between $600,000 and $700,000, while three-bedroom Cape Cods cost closer to that $400,000 price point.
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Des Moines Independent Community School District
Students in Ingersoll Park can attend Hubbell Elementary School, rated a C-plus on Niche, which is just north of most residential homes. Students and their parents can reach the school by walking along Rider Way Bridge across the John MacVicar Freeway. Merrill Middle School is just 1 mile west and is rated a C on Niche. Roosevelt High School scores a B and encourages student community service and volunteerism. If Roosevelt High students complete over 120 hours of community service, they can receive a blue and silver cord to wear during their graduation ceremony.
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Artisanal cheeses and homemade sweets on 42nd Street
Most shops can be reached on foot or by bike via the Rider Way Bridge to 42nd Street. The Shops at Roosevelt include La Mie Bakery, known for its croissants, cheesecake and macarons. Pop into The Cheese Shop of Des Moines next door for a fresh slice of artisanal cheese or a bottle of wine. Find Bauder's on Ingersoll Avenue for an old-fashioned soda fountain and a scoop of ice cream. For everyday errands, the nearest Walmart is just about 4 miles west, next to the Aldi, Petco, Sam’s Club and Hy-Vee Grocery store.
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Greenwood Park landscapes and the Des Moines Art Center
Established in 1894 with 80 acres of green space, a wonderful playground, “sprayground,” tennis and pickleball court, and open-air and enclosed shelters to explore, Greenwood Park is an essential part of the neighborhood. “Our residents value health, sustainability and community, and Greenwood Park contributes to those pillars,” says Jenny Richmond, Assistant Director of the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department. “We also have a really stellar national caliber volunteer coordination team.” Locals can sign up to help remove invasive species, pick up litter and help keep the park a beautiful destination for residents and visitors. “The Sylvan Amphitheater in the park is a beloved outdoor wedding space,” Richmond says. “In 1995, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.” Once a spot where locals could gather and perform, the naturally formed outdoor amphitheater sits against the backdrop of the Clare and Miles Mills Rose Garden. The roses bloom best in June and September, happily in time for peak wedding season. Just nearby is the Des Moines Art Center, which offers free admission and has an on-site café. “The relationship Greenwood Park has with the Des Moines Art Center is fantastic and collaborative,” Richmond says. “The center is an amazing resource for the community.” The art center showcases contemporary art and offers classes for adults and children with reduced tuition fees for members.
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Bustling block parties within Ingersoll Park
Every year on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend, residents gather at one of two small green spaces between neighborhood streets. The Ingersoll Park Holiday Walk is a tour around town to view the many Christmas light displays and decorations that residents put up during December. Ingersoll Park also hosts the Mile 8 Water Station for the IMT Des Moines Marathon every October, so families and their children can volunteer to help runners stay hydrated and motivated. In Spring, Ingersoll residents try to leave their lawns unmowed during Now Mow May to help the honeybees live and pollinate wildflowers.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Darson Grantham
Darson Grantham
Keller Williams Realty GDM
(641) 247-4098
205 Total Sales
1 in Ingersoll Park
$85,000 Price
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Lyndsey Lamb
Lyndsey Lamb
Guardian Real Estate Group
(712) 208-8116
97 Total Sales
1 in Ingersoll Park
$241,000 Price
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Marc Lee
Marc Lee
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Precision
(515) 599-9037
357 Total Sales
2 in Ingersoll Park
$130K - $183K Price Range
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Bryan York
Bryan York
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Concepts
(515) 416-4802
245 Total Sales
1 in Ingersoll Park
$495,000 Price
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Bethany Cochran
Bethany Cochran
Responds QuicklyAgency Iowa
(515) 400-3018
351 Total Sales
1 in Ingersoll Park
$345,000 Price
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Megan Hill Mitchum
Megan Hill Mitchum
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Signature
(515) 715-4427
350 Total Sales
2 in Ingersoll Park
$175K - $224K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Greenwood - Ashworth Park
- Bike Trails
- Grills
- Lake
Witmer Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
McCollum-Waveland Tennis Complex
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Pickleball
American Legion Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Frisbie Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Drake Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Ingersoll Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
304
Median Year Built
1916
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,924
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,113
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,045
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
1,433
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$715 - $1,250 per month
- Lenox Properties
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 4215 Grand Ave
- Des Moines, IA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
774
Median Age
42
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,346
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$124,455
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
79.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
64
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30
/ 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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