Linden Heights
Suburban Neighborhood in Des Moines, Iowa
Polk County 50312
Spacious homes for with stories to tell
"Linden Heights is easily among the most desirable neighborhoods in Des Moines," says Liz Lashier, the owner/broker at NextHome Your Way, with over 110 closed sales in the area. "It's totally secluded, and yet it's also right in the middle of the city. Houses sit far back on lots that start at ½ acre, hidden behind mature oak, pine and magnolia trees. Wide streets with clean and level sidewalks wind throughout the neighborhood. Street parking is prohibited, but most homes have long driveways leading into attached garages. The Linden Heights Historic District features Tudors, Colonial revivals and Federal-style homes, carefully maintained with original period accents. The newer areas include contemporary and modern Prairie architectural styles. Homes in Linden Heights sell for a wide range of prices. For $348,500, buyers can get a five-bedroom, 2,200-square-foot South of Grand home on 3/4 acre. Also South of Grand, a 5,000-square-foot, five-bedroom mansion on 2 acres sells for $2.6 million.Kid have sprayparks in the summer
Residents don't need to leave the neighborhood to enjoy strolls in the woods, but the nearby Bill Riley Trail provides an additional 6 miles of multi-use paths along the banks of the Raccoon River. Children enjoy cooling off at the Dan and Mary Spraypark, which has three water features spread out to avoid overcrowding. The Greenwood-Ashworth Park sits on the neighborhood's western edge, featuring two large playgrounds, a splash pad, a rose garden and the Sylvan Outdoor Theater, a popular spot for outdoor weddings and summer evening concerts. At the entrance to the park is the Des Moines Art Center, a free-admission museum and education center featuring modern art exhibits and studio art classes. Residents can book a tee time at the nearby Waveland Golf Course or learn more about the history of Linden Heights at Salisbury House & Gardens, a 1920s stone mansion modeled after the King's House in Salisbury, England.High school offers AP classes
The Des Moines Independent Community School District, which offers open enrollment, serves Linden Hills. Students attend Greenwood Elementary School, which has a C-plus-rated grade from Niche. Callanan Middle School has a C-minus. Roosevelt High School, a B-rated school on Niche, offers Advanced Placement classes.Party on the Pie
Linden Heights is the second planned community in Des Moines, established in 1912. "We have lots of families who remain in the neighborhood," says Steve Davis, president of the neighborhood association who has lived here all his life. As part of an annual celebration in the fall, the neighborhood holds Party on the Pie at a local green space shaped like a pie. The event includes food trucks, live entertainment, local officials and activities for the kids.Hospitals and downtown are close
Linden Heights is 3 miles from downtown business and arts districts via local streets. The community has several nearby hospitals, including MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center and Broadlawns Medical Center. There are a few Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) bus stops in the area; however, most residents rely on their cars. With its proximity to Interstate 235, Linden Heights has easy access to other parts of the city, including Des Moines International Airport, a 6.2-mile drive via Grand Avenue and Fleur Drive.No shortage of retail
Linden Heights is devoid of commercial space, so residents must drive to access the nearby dining, shopping and entertainment options. Price Chopper is the closest spot for everyday grocery items. The Shops at Roosevelt on 42nd Street are a popular retail destination. Eateries here include La Mie Bakery and The Cheese Shop. Swell, a trendy shop for babies, and Worn, a modern resale boutique, are two popular boutiques. Linden Heights is close to Ingersoll Avenue, a cultural and commercial artery along the neighborhood's southern edge. Manhattan Deli is a sandwich shop that offers generous portions to accompany their homemade soups and desserts. Locals come here for an eclectic variety of art galleries, salons and boutiques. Linden Heights is the second planned community in Des Moines, established in 1912. "We have lots of families who remain in the neighborhood," says Steve Davis, president of the neighborhood association who has lived here all his life. As part of an annual celebration in the fall, the neighborhood holds Party on the Pie at a local green space shaped like a pie. The event includes food trucks, live entertainment, local officials and activities for the kids.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Katey Farrell
Katey Farrell
RE/MAX Precision
(515) 400-4175
60 Total Sales
1 in Linden Heights
$950,000 Price
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Misty Darling
Misty Darling
Responds QuicklyBH&G Real Estate Innovations
(515) 400-0153
1,909 Total Sales
1 in Linden Heights
$855,000 Price
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Susan Vujnovich
Susan Vujnovich
Responds QuicklyAmerican Home Sales, Inc
(515) 305-2345
89 Total Sales
1 in Linden Heights
$795,000 Price
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Jason Stuyvesant
Jason Stuyvesant
RE/MAX Concepts
(515) 305-2585
135 Total Sales
1 in Linden Heights
$795,000 Price
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Carolyn Lynner
Carolyn Lynner
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
(515) 348-4226
119 Total Sales
4 in Linden Heights
$775K - $2.6M Price Range
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Andrew DePhillips
Andrew DePhillips
RE/MAX Concepts
(515) 305-2967
489 Total Sales
3 in Linden Heights
$592K - $3.9M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Greenwood - Ashworth Park
- Bike Trails
- Grills
- Lake
McCollum-Waveland Tennis Complex
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Pickleball
Arie Den Boer Arboretum
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Des Moines Water Works Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Grills
American Legion Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Frisbie Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Linden Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Linden Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Linden Heights, Des Moines sell after 144 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Linden Heights, Des Moines over the last 12 months is $950,000, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,025,000
Median Sale Price
$950,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$943,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
14%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-14%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$325
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
118
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1933
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,252
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
28,096
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
268
Median Age
43
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,022
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$155,363
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.5%
College Graduates
72.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.4%
% Population in Labor Force
81.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Des Moines' original Billionaires' Row neighborhood with historic mansions
Salisbury Oaks
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Westwood
Premier historic homes in a bucolic environment
Haines Park
Historic estates by the Governor's Mansion at Terrace Hill
Ingersoll Park
Quiet streets and lively neighborhood block parties near Downtown Des Moines.
North of Grand
A historic neighborhood less than 3 miles from downtown Des Moines
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