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Walking to school and the store from Creekside
Creekside is a quiet community roughly 1-1/2 miles outside Downtown Iowa City surrounded by schools. As students trek to get an education, residents can head by car, bus, bike or foot to two major retail centers along the neighborhood's borders. For fresh air and a connection to nature, the area offers plentiful gardens in its two main green spaces and various bike trails connecting to the city. Homes are roughly $100,000 less than the average value of homes within the Iowa City Metro Area and come in multiple styles and sizes.
Creekside is a large residential Iowa City neighborhood surrounded by parks and schools.
Residents of Creekside take advantage of the trails that weave through their neighborhood.
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Post-war homes at affordable prices
Creekside is primarily residential, with most homes developed in the 1940s post-war. "The neighborhood, being away from the city, was formerly a dairy farm that was converted into a working man's area," Rex Brandstatter, native Iowan and real estate associate at RE/MAX Affiliates in Coralville, says. "So, while homes are on nice-sized lots, they have smaller bedrooms, and many had to be renovated to have central air." Aesthetics are diverse; Midcentury ranches can be found near Dutch Colonial Revivals, split-levels, American Foursquares, Cape Cods and duplexes. While many homes have driveways and garages off to the side, people also use the alleys that run between rows of homes to access detached garages. Because of this, Brandstatter says many residents enter their homes through the back door rather than the front. Homes typically cost between $160,000 and $270,000. Outliers include $100,000 investment properties under 800 square feet and recently updated four-bedroom homes over 2,400 square feet costing up to $500,000. Cutting through the neighborhood on a diagonal is a creek, which can subject nearby homes to flooding during heavy rain.
Many Creekside homes are older, yet well-maintained with great curb appeal.
The newer homes in Creekside are often split-levels with capped garages.
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Elementary schools come together at City High
Most students attend Longfellow Elementary School, which is about 1/2 a mile west of the neighborhood. It also earns a B rating from Niche. However, a small portion of students living in the area's southeastern corner are zoned for B-minus-rated Lucas Elementary School, located less than 1 mile east. Both schools integrate at the B-rated South East Junior High, which is right outside that southeastern corner and a walkable option for many students. Niche lists the school as the fifth best public middle school in Johnson County. Students graduate from City High School, which is directly north of Creekside and earns an A-minus Niche rating. Brandstatter illustrates how the school unifies the community through its faithfully attended football games in the fall and annual events. "Every year in the spring, they have all fifth and sixth graders from the grade schools go down to have a community-wide track meet. It really brings the students together." For higher education, the A-rated University of Iowa is roughly 2 miles west.
South East Junior High is the largest middle school in Iowa City.
The historic architecture of Longfellow Elementary is breathtaking.
City High School's historical campus sits atop a hill surrounded by neighborhoods.
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ADA-accessible gardening at Chadek Green
Creekside has two main green spaces, although the bike trails that pass through the neighborhood connect residents to a network of parks and nature preserves. James Alan McPherson Park has one such trail, as well as a playground, a basketball court and a small edible garden from which people can harvest. If the garden at James Alan isn't sufficient, residents can sign up for plots at Chadek Green. The park has two large community gardens with accessible raised beds and waterspouts. Garden plot season is from mid-April to mid-October, with plot registrations and renewals beginning in mid-February. Visitors can also access a simple playground and an open field outside the garden, where people have picnics that incorporate freshly picked garden produce. Less than half a mile outside Creekside is the Longfellow Nature Trail, a short, paved city trail cutting through a forested area. The path passes beneath a set of train tracks through a brightly muraled tunnel, and it is lined with flora meant to attract butterflies.
The modern playground at Chadek Green will keep children entertained for hours.
James Alan McPherson Park is named after the late Pulitzer Prize winner who lived in Iowa City.
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Retail centers to the east and south
Along South 1st Avenue is the retail center for Creekside. Shakespeare's Pub And Grill, a cozy family-style pub with a beer garden, is self-proclaimed as serving the best breaded tenderloin in Iowa City. Alongside its comfort food menu, the restaurant offers pool tables, a dart board and live music events once a month with no cover. For a sweet treat after dinner, Heyn's Ice Cream and its cow-printed décor welcome all ages next door. Essentials can be found at Walgreens and Hy-Vee, which Brandstatter says is very popular. "It is like a madhouse over there every day." To the south are more restaurants, like Java House Coffee Roasters, 2 Dogs Pub and Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack. Between the eateries are shops like Lenoch & Cilek Ace Hardware and Dollar Tree, plus a cinema.
Locals flock to Shakespeare's Pub & Grill for homemade lunch, dinner, and drink specials.
Creekside residents love having Heyn's Ice Cream, an Iowa City staple, in their own backyard.
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Shopping on foot to skip the traffic
Although many people rely on driving to get from place to place, many other transportation options are available. Bus stops can be found all along Muscatine Avenue, East Court Street and Friendship Street, and bus fare is free through Iowa City's multi-year pilot program. With retail centers in the east and south, locals often walk to their destinations rather than drive. Specifically, the retail center at the intersection of Muscatine Avenue and South 1st Avenue has its fair share of road traffic during peak hours, so shopping on foot can be a quick detour around that. The Iowa City Municipal Airport is 3 miles southwest.
Creekside residents love strolling the trails through McPherson Park.
Bus stops along Muscatine Ave connect Creekside with the rest of Iowa City.
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Parks in this Area
James Alan McPherson Park
Transit
Airport
The Eastern Iowa
40 min drive
Bus
Muscatine Ave & 5th Ave
Bus
Muscatine Ave & 2nd Ave - Walgreens Inbound
Bus
Muscatine Ave & 7th Ave
Bus
Muscatine Ave & 4th Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Creekside
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Creekside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Creekside, Iowa City sell after 160 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Creekside, Iowa City over the last 12 months is $170,000, down 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This classic east-side gem is brought to life with modern touches and buckets of love! This beauty holds 3 bedrooms - with a 4th non-conforming in the lower level - and surprising amounts of room to roam on every floor. Upstairs provides one large space, perfect for a bedroom with multiple closets and dormer nooks. The main floor offers two bedrooms, an eat-in kitchen and a brightly welcoming
What a gift...A quiet retreat just minutes from downtown Iowa City and yet on the edge of town, this unique offering includes three distinct neighboring parcels being sold together—over 9 acres total—full of potential and natural beauty. The 1st parcel,1.63 acres, features a charming old farmhouse, most recently used as an art studio. Full of character & ready for renovation, w/the right vision,
Make sure you see this adorable mid-century 2 bedroom 1.5 bath MID CENTURY 2 BED 1.5 bath nestled in a quiet Iowa City neighborhood close to shopping, schools and the University of Iowa. Step inside this move in ready home that is full of warmth and charm. Enjoy the open concept updated kitchen with all latest appliances. The laundry room is on the main level. The upstairs bedroom is large with
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,326
Median Age
42
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,382
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,146
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.4%
College Graduates
44.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.9%
% Population in Labor Force
75.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
30''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
76/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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