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From State Fair to scenic community
The North of Grand neighborhood began in the late 1800s as the site of the Iowa State Fair, but visitors shouldn’t expect Ferris wheels or carnival barkers when they arrive. At the turn of the century, they traded their balloons for bungalows, leading to the historic district it is today. Despite being set between the high-traffic thoroughfares of Interstate 235 and Grand Avenue, this residential community has developed a reputation among its residents as a peaceful, laid-back neighborhood with a discerning eye for maintaining its architectural beauty, something the city at large takes pains to support. “It’s a very diverse neighborhood,” says Micole Van Walbeek, a realtor with Remax Concept who’s served the area for over ten years. “And it’s just getting better with programs in Des Moines that help with restoration and tax abatements.”
Diverse historical homes
Arranged neatly in a grid of manicured lawns and sidewalk-lined streets, the well-maintained homes of the area offer a simple elegance without being ostentatious or snooty. Indeed, its accessibility is one of the factors that has made it so popular with potential homeowners. “The area’s known for historic homes with charm, but there are a lot of price points,” says Van Walbeek. “You can have a smaller, classic bungalow, or you can have a huge mansion.” Mature oaks offer summertime shade, and driveways keep the clutter of street parking to a minimum, providing a secluded atmosphere. Most single-family homes in the area were built between 1910 and 1940, and their styles reflect this, including bungalows, Arts and Crafts, Craftsman and Tudor homes. Prices begin in the low $100,000s for smaller homes and those needing restoration. Renovated historic buildings can reach mid-$200,000s while more extensive and elaborate houses peak in the low $400,000s. Estates with sprawling lawns occasionally become available, ranging from the low $800,000s to $1 million.
Creativity at the Des Moines Art Center
Built in the 1920s for cosmetics tycoon Carl Weeks, Salisbury House and Gardens is now a historic site open to tours and countless local events. With 11 acres of gardens and woodland, the estate features details crafted from 16th-century English oak and numerous antiques and works of art. Located in neighboring Linden Heights, the Des Moines Art Center collects modern and contemporary art from all over the world in various permanent collections and traveling exhibitions.
Shopping on Ingersoll Ave
Sporting a seasonal menu and extensive wine list, Oak Park offers a distinctly American fine dining experience set in a Prairie-style space reminiscent of the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright. Anyone who would prefer capicola to caviar need only visit Hansen’s Manhattan Deli, where they’ve been serving up a selection of sandwiches, soups and more in a classic diner atmosphere since 1982. Some of the most popular shopping in Des Moines can be found along Ingersoll Avenue, where locals can find everything from fast food to Walgreens and Price Chopper groceries.
Live music at the 80/35 Festival
Celebrated every summer since 2004, Ingersoll Live is a family-friendly block party replete with local vendors, food, live music, and even street dancing. The 80/35 Festival features a multi-performer lineup of artists like Killer Mike and OK Go at the Water Works Park south of the Linden Heights Historic District. For a quieter event, locals head to Salisbury House and Gardens every year for a chance to see the Iowa Stage Theatre Company perform the works of the Bard during Shakespeare on the Lawn.
Generational education at Greenwood Elementary
Iowa public schools offer an open enrollment policy, allowing students to attend any school they see fit, regardless of their district. A student could begin their education at Greenwood Elementary School, which scores a C-plus on Niche and is the oldest operating school building in the district, having taken its first classroom of children in 1901. “Many of our students are generational,” says principal Jenny Inman, who’s worked as a teacher and administrator in the area for over 18 years. “Many of their parents and grandparents came here, so we’re very close-knit with the families.” From there, they can attend Callanan Middle School, which scores a C-minus, before enrolling at Roosevelt High School, which has a B and specializes in the fine arts, offering courses in theatre, painting and more.
Take the DART downtown
Bordered on the north and south by Interstate 235 and Grand Avenue, respectively, the neighborhood provides a straight shot to downtown Des Moines, located 2.5 miles east. Sidewalks and bike lanes on Ingersoll Avenue and Crocker Street provide pedestrians with safe alternatives to auto travel. At the same time, the Des Moines Area Region Transit Authority (DART) offers bus lines all over the city at $1.75 a fare. For trips further afield, the Des Moines International Airport can be found 6 miles south in the neighboring community of Southwestern Hills.
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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
Chamberlain Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Arie Den Boer Arboretum
Bike Trails
Trails
Drake Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Des Moines International
13 min drive
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Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.52 Reviews
4.0Niche User
3/31/2016Niche Review
Living in central Des Moines was a great opportunity for me. It will always be home no matter where "home" ends up changing to over the years. The atmosphere is wonderful. I live close to Downtown Des Moines, where there is always something going on. Also, I live not too far from the beautiful Gray's Lake and Water Works Park which are major attractions for walking. It has beautiful landscape.
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North of Grand Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North of Grand, Des Moines sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North of Grand, Des Moines over the last 12 months is $393,000.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,840
Median Age
40
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,383
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,532
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
47.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.4%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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