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Iowa Park

Iowa Park

Located in Wichita County

$199,354 Average Value
$136 Average Price per Sq Ft
25 Homes For Sale

Iowa Park is a small town with strong ties to Wichita Falls

People move to Iowa Park for its schools, sports and community spirit. A rural bedroom community of Wichita Falls, Iowa Park was built around the Fort Worth and Denver City Railway in 1888 and became a shipping center for crops such as wheat and cotton. The town continued to grow throughout the 1950s with the discovery of oil fields and the opening of the Sheppard Air Force Base. Today, over 6,000 residents enjoy a short commute to the big city while having a low cost of living and top-notch education. “The school district is probably the biggest draw. We have so many people moving from Wichita Falls to Iowa Park specifically for the schools,” says Victoria Wilkinson, a lifelong resident and transaction coordinator for the Brittany Ratliff Group. “We always say that we’re all Hawks, and we all bleed green.”

Traditional styles, manufactured homes and custom builds

Most older houses were built in the 1960s and are found on city blocks south of the highway. Small fixer-uppers range between 600 and 1,000 square feet and can cost between $30,000 and $100,000. Traditional and manufactured homes are also common, and many have carports, small gardens and pecan trees. Brick exterior houses with covered patios, two-car garages and quarter-acre to 10-acre lots can range from $100,000 to $400,000, while those with fireplaces and in-ground pools are between $400,000 and $500,000. Craftsman and custom homes with 2,000 to 4,000 square feet can have 5 to 24-acre lots and sell for $500,000 to $750,000.

A-rated schools in Iowa Park CISD

The Iowa Park Consolidated Independent School District earns an A-minus on Niche and is highly rated for its teachers, academics and athletic programs. Kidwell Elementary serves kindergarten through second grade and earns a B-plus. Bradford Elementary teaches third through fifth grade and earns an A-minus. W.F. George Middle School has a Gifted and Talented program, and Iowa Park High School has an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a 95% graduation rate. Both schools also have A-minus ratings.

Flights from Wichita Falls to DFW Airport

Wichita Falls is around 12 miles east via U.S. Route 287. There, car-dependent Iowa Park residents can park and take the bigger city's public transit system. Falls Rides buses travel to destinations throughout the city, including the hospital United Regional Healthcare System. “Most people work in Wichita Falls, but they choose to live in Iowa Park,” Wilkinson says. “They want that small-town feel, but they still have access to some high-level jobs at the hospital and the Air Force base.” The Wichita Falls Regional Airport has a connecting service to the DFW International Airport over 120 miles southeast, which flies out to over 200 destinations worldwide.

Family-owned eateries, florists and fast food establishments

Most restaurants are situated by the main highway and the business loop through town. Rafter J BBQ & Cajun Eats is a family-owned restaurant that’s been smoking brisket, ham and pulled pork for 15 years, while Harvey’s Family Restaurant has build-your-own burgers and loaded hot dogs. Carlitos Mexican Restaurant specializes in fajita enchiladas, chimichangas and chile rellenos, and Ken’s Pizza serves pasta, buffalo wings and calzones. There are also a couple of fast food restaurants and floral shops, as well as an Ace Hardware. Grocery stores include Lowe’s Market and Dollar General.

Fireworks, fishing and family-friendly festivals

Parkfest is held on the first Saturday of May and features food trucks and a car show. The Pig Pen Mud Volleyball Tournament takes place over the summer, and fireworks pop off over the lake for the Fourth of July. The Whoop T Do street festival offers food, carnival games and live music after Homecoming, and Kids Fish welcomes local youth for the one-day fishing event in October. The Light Up Christmas parade kicks off in early December and has festive refreshments with Christmas carols.

Three lakes, parks and a prehistoric-themed pool

Iowa Park is home to three lakes: Gordon Lake, Lake Iowa Park and the North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir. There are a few camping grounds where people can pitch their tent or park their RVs, and some like to take their boats out to go fishing for largemouth bass or trout. “There’s a lot of hunting,” Wilkinson says. “Dove is really big here, and so is white-tailed deer.” Several parks around the community have playgrounds, and the city pool has a dinosaur-themed splash pad with water slides. Nearby Wichita Raceway Park has hosted drag races since 1956.

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Iowa Park Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$203,999
Median Sale Price
$190,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$193,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
113
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$136

Area Facts

Number of Homes
2,650
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,500
Significantly below the national average
1,926
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,885
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,548
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Oct 19
    Open Sun 2PM - 3:30PM

    26 Cherokee Trail, Iowa Park, TX 76367

    $249,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,351 Sq Ft
    • 26 Cherokee Trail
    • New 26 days ago

    New Pictures are here! Ready to move in well cared for 2006 built 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage home in IOWA PARK. Quiet street. Open living dining. Fireplace in living room. Master bath features his and hers closets, a large tub, and a shower. Large covered back patio. 2021 Roof, Fresh paint, new fencing in back yard. Refrigerator, Washer and Dryer convey. Make your appointment today.

    Gregg Miller TEAM LEGACY REALTY

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  • Sunday, Oct 19
    Open Sun 2PM - 3PM

    1012 Van Horn St, Iowa Park, TX 76367

    $199,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,522 Sq Ft
    • 1012 Van Horn St

    Over 1500 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large den with wood-burning fireplace, and updated kitchen with granite, glass tile backsplash, gas cooktop, stainless dishwasher, and built-in oven. Vinyl wood floors throughout living areas. Flexible front room for dining or office. Updated hall bath, fenced backyard with covered patio, 2-car carport. Blocks from Kidwell Elementary, easy commute to

    Brittany Ratliff MURRAY AND CO.

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  • Sunday, Oct 19
    Open Sun 2PM - 3PM

    801 E Washington Ave, Iowa Park, TX 76367

    $149,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,568 Sq Ft
    • 801 E Washington Ave

    Move in ready – 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,568 sq ft manufactured home on a 100x142 corner lot in Iowa Park ISD with easy Hwy 287 access. Open concept living/dining/kitchen with vinyl wood floors, center island with breakfast bar & stainless appliances. Isolated master suite with walk-in closet & double vanity. Hall bath w/granite. Metal roof, dbl pane windows, 2021 water heater. Front & back decks, 2-car

    Brittany Ratliff MURRAY AND CO.

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Homes for Sale

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Iowa Park Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,312
Median Age
39
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$59,150
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,996

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.4%
College Graduates
23.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
% Population in Labor Force
72.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
28''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
98°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

40 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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