Proximity to Valley View schools is the main attraction
Southview Acres, a small neighborhood tucked into the southern edge of Jonesboro, offers residents a location that is both out of the way and convenient. It’s the last residential pocket before the city gives way to the undeveloped rural landscape of northeast Arkansas. At the same time, it is just minutes from the four well-rated schools that make up the Valley View School District. “That school system is one of the best in the state,” says Tom Barlow, a Realtor with Halsey Thrasher Harpole, who has sold homes in the neighborhood. “There are two areas in Jonesboro where everyone wants to be because of the schools, and this is one of them.”
Southview Acres is an entirely residential neighborhood.
Southview Acres is a small residential neighborhood in south Jonesboro.
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Well-priced housing in a walkable neighborhood
There is a single entrance and exit into the neighborhood, so it resembles a gated community without the gate. Homes sit on oversized lots that feature spacious, lush lawns. There are no sidewalks, but the mature oaks and other trees in the neighborhood provide a nice setting for residents to enjoy. “It’s a great walking neighborhood,” Barlow says. Most of the three- and four-bedroom homes are single-story, ranch-style designs, although Colonial-style dormers peek out from some of the multi-level options. Large driveways and attached garages are standard. Prices typically range from the low $200,000s to the high $200,000s. “Good entry-level homes,” Barlow says. “For that price point in that school district, this is the place.” Much of the surrounding area is county property, but not this neighborhood. “The odd part about Southview is that it’s the only thing south of Lawson Road that’s part of the city,” Barlow says. “You’ve got city water, city electric, and even the trash pickup is done by the city.”
Southview Acres homes often feature storage sheds and outbuildings.
Many Southview Acres homes have quaint front porches.
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Valley View School District gets high marks from Niche
Students are served by the Valley View School District, which is rated B-plus by Niche. Its four schools share a single campus a little over a mile away. Valley View Elementary School is the highest rated of the four, earning an A from Niche. Valley View Intermediate School, which serves students in third through sixth grades, and Valley View Junior High School, which serves students in seventh through ninth grades, are rated A-minus. Valley View High is a B-rated school that offers a variety of Advanced Placement courses. Rising seniors have the opportunity to apply for Arkansas Governor’s School, a prestigious summer program in which high-performing students spend four weeks on a college campus.
Valley View Elementary is a highly rated Elementary School near Southview Acres.
Southview Acres' teens attent Valley View High School.
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Craighead Forest Park, RidgePointe Country Club offer a variety of activities.
Even closer than the schools is Craighead Forest Park. Located on Crowley’s Ridge, it is anchored by a lake and includes an array of recreational options spread across almost 700 acres. Anglers can fish from docks and jetties, or they can launch a boat during the day. The 60-acre lake also offers room for kayaks and paddleboats. Visitors also have access to ballfields, basketball and volleyball courts, a disc golf course and a playground. As Barlow points out, it’s just nice to hang out and enjoy the surroundings. “There are about 3 miles of trails,” he says. “It’s a good place for walking dogs.” Another nearby option is Miracle League Park. The Miracle League allows children and adults with mental and physical limitations to play on the world’s largest rubberized ballfield, designed to accommodate wheelchairs and other devices needed for mobility. RidgePointe Country Club is a southwest Jonesboro attraction that features an 18-hole golf course and offers additional resort-style amenities. The semi-private club offers several different memberships for golfers and non-golfers alike.
Southview Acres is located near Miracle League Park.
Southview Acres is located near Craighead Forest park.
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Lebowski's microbrewery will soon be coming to the area
Dining and entertainment options have traditionally been lacking in the Valley View area, but that is about to change. Lebowski’s, a movie-themed microbrewery and restaurant, will be one of the anchor establishments of the Southern Hills mixed-used development. The commercial center is being built on Southwest Drive, Valley View’s primary roadway, about 2 miles from the neighborhood. La Cascada Mexican Restaurant on Southwest Drive is a highly-rated eatery nearby. A concentration of retail and dining options can be found on and around several commercial corridors north of the neighborhood. Residents can shop for groceries at Aldi and stock up on essentials at Walmart and Sam’s Club. Lost Pizza Co., a popular chain, and Pella Café, which serves up Greek and Mediterranean favorites, are among the many dining stops closer to the center of town. Omar’s Uptown is a high-end steakhouse in downtown Jonesboro about 7 miles away.
La Cascada is one of Southview Acres' nearby restaurants.
Southview Acres is down the road from Lost Pizza.
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I-555, Highway 49 provide access to Greater Jonesboro
Nearby Interstate 555 provides access to the heart of downtown in 15 minutes. The buzzy shopping and dining district also hosts several of the city’s premier events. They include BBQ Fest, Fall Fest, Arts & Eat Fest and the annual Christmas parade. St. Bernards Medical Center is located downtown. U.S. Highway 49 is also close to the neighborhood and allows for travel north into Greater Jonesboro. Residents can go east or west to get to I-55, which eventually becomes I-55 and leads to Memphis about 70 miles, or an hour’s drive, away. Memphis International Airport is the closest airport offering full-service commercial flights.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Harold Perrin Miracle League Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southview Acres
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Southview Acres Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southview Acres, Jonesboro sell after 3 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Southview Acres, Jonesboro over the last 12 months is $287,000, up 51% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$287,000
Median Sale Price
$287,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$287,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
51%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$150
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
75
Median Year Built
1997
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,913
On par with the national average
1,938
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
49,222
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
187
Median Age
40
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$93,749
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,731
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
50.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.7%
% Population in Labor Force
73.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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