Otter Creek
Suburban Neighborhood in Little Rock, Arkansas
Pulaski County 72209, 72210
Neighborhood Reviews
Living in a gated community
Set far west of the city center, Otter Creek exudes a secluded, rural feel, teeming with loblolly pine tree-guarded streetscapes. Home inventory includes traditional ranch-style homes, Tudor Revivals and Craftsman-style homes. Primarily built in the 1970s and ’80s, these houses typically come with homeowner’s association fees and back decks overlooking spacious, fully fenced yards. Buyers can expect a four-bedroom ranch-style for $270,000, while a three-bedroom Tudor Revival will go for $330,000. “It’s a huge neighborhood that you can still get into for a moderately affordable price, and that’s a huge draw,” Robinson says.
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Get on the court
This neighborhood was designed to keep families busy during after-school hours. Remember, tennis is king here. Eleven hard courts are available, and the community hosts a handful of popular tournaments annually, such as the Junior Championships Memorial Day Weekend Tournament. But Otter Creek offers a bevy of other resident-only amenities, too, including a beach volleyball court, more than 6 miles of hiking and biking trails, an always-open fitness center and three pools: one for laps, one for recreation and one for younger children. Even more options await at its public namesake park, including a hunter-green playset with cherry-red slides, concrete basketball courts, four soccer fields, and a pond beckoning anglers.
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School days in the Little Rock School District
Children are zoned for the Little Rock School District, which scores a B on Niche and serves over 21,000 students. Students head to the nearby Otter Creek Elementary, Mabelvale Middle and Little Rock Southwest High School, with all three schools grading a C on Niche. Little Rock Southwest opened for the 2020 school year and offers three academies – Medical Sciences, Business & Computer Science and Leadership and Public Service.Member-Only Events
Living in a gated community offers many planned neighborhood events, and the Otter Creek Homeowners Association puts on a slew throughout the year. While the tennis tournaments are obviously popular amongst the greater area, some neighborhood-focused events include Food Truck nights, holiday decorating contests, and the annual Turkey Bingo, where winners take home turkeys and pies.Rock Region Transit and nearby interstates
The city operates the Rock Region Transit, and while there are no bus stops within the gates, there is a nearby option. Those needing public transportation can hop aboard Route 22 University/Mabelvale at the Walmart on Baseline Road. Drivers have proximity to Interstate 30, which runs into downtown Texas, and Interstate 430, which connects I-30 to I-40, bypassing the city.Gateway Town Center shopping and restaurants on Stagecoach Road
Residents can pick up weekly groceries and household goods outside the gates from Edwards Food Giant. Otter Creek provides easy access to Gateway Town Center, an entertainment destination with a Bass Pro Shop and the Outlets of Little Rock. Locals find retail therapy at more than 50 shops – mostly familiar chains like Nike, Claire’s and Gap, but also eclectic storefronts, like spice specialist Pepper Palace. Stagecoach Road is a major thoroughfare and offers multiple restaurants, including La Tapatia, which offers authentic Mexican cuisine, and China Wok, a popular spot for Chinese takeout.
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Written By
Bre Offenberger
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Langston Carr
Langston Carr
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty LR Branch
(501) 502-2551
115 Total Sales
4 in Otter Creek
$160K - $275K Price Range
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Brenda White
Brenda White
Keller Williams Realty LR Branch
(870) 617-1144
112 Total Sales
3 in Otter Creek
$156K - $175K Price Range
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Nakesha Swiney
Nakesha Swiney
Responds QuicklyFound It LLC
(501) 285-8807
27 Total Sales
1 in Otter Creek
$204,500 Price
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Karena Malott
Karena Malott
Keller Williams Realty LR Branch
(501) 289-4118
63 Total Sales
1 in Otter Creek
$230,000 Price
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Alishia Freeman
Alishia Freeman
Dawn Realty
(501) 271-3958
46 Total Sales
1 in Otter Creek
$228,000 Price
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Holly Funderburk
Holly Funderburk
Responds QuicklyAdkins & Associates Real Estate
(501) 299-5767
17 Total Sales
1 in Otter Creek
$195,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Hindman Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Disc Golf
- Playground
Thom Park
Kiwanis Park
- Lake
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Otter Creek Park
Morehart Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Little Oaks Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/12/2015
Niche Review
These houses are nice and in a good area of town. The location is amazing because of its distance to stores, restaurants, schools, and most other places.
2/12/2016
Niche Review
I see a lot of great possible changes in the future here. I am not sure if I would live here in the future based on the track of my life, but I am not closed off to the possibility of it. This area is great for anyone who enjoys quiet areas that are close to everything they might need.
4/12/2015
Niche Review
The area is safe. There are not many crimes in this neighborhood.
2/12/2016
Niche Review
Little Rock does have a high crime rate. Despite this it is safe when you know where to go, and there is no general fear of crime.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Otter Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Otter Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Otter Creek, Little Rock sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Otter Creek, Little Rock over the last 12 months is $222,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$235,000
Median Sale Price
$222,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$222,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$175,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
67
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$125
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,830
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1998
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,809
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,311
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,415
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1411am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$999 - $1,399 per month
- Gateway Woods
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 630+ Sq Ft
- 11420 Bass Pro Pkwy
- Little Rock, AR
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$854 - $1,682 per month
- Otter Creek Villas
- 2-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 795+ Sq Ft
- 13600 Otter Creek Pkwy
- Little Rock, AR
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,464
Median Age
37
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,766
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,664
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.9%
College Graduates
33%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.2%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23
/ 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.
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