Rock Creek
Neighborhood Reviews
Midcentury and modern alike in Rock Creek
Homes in Rock Creek range from two-story brick and wood structures from the 1970s and 1980s to newer traditional-style houses built in the 2000s. Single-family homes tend to range between $250,000 to $350,000. Several townhomes and condos are also available that usually cost around $100,000. Stand-alone homes typically have large front and backyards, wide patios and winding driveways shaded by oak and hickory trees, while condos and townhomes are built into tight communities along main roads. Some subdivisions of the neighborhood also have additional amenities, like Villages of Wellington, which provides its residents with a pool, tennis courts and a private lake.
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Arts and science education at Parkview or Hall High
Local families are served by the Little Rock School District and can send their children to schools like Terry Elementary School and Pinnacle View Middle School, which received a C and B-plus rating on Niche, respectively. Two nearby magnet high schools allow students to take specialized classes alongside their general coursework. Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School scores a B-plus on Niche and focuses on art curriculum like music and drama, while Hall STEAM Magnet High School has a C rating on Niche and has coursework related to engineering and health science. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is just 8 miles away from West Little Rock for a nearby higher education option.
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At the foot of Pinnacle Mountain and Arkansas River
While Rock Creek is dotted with private parks in individual subdivision communities, the area is also close to several public recreation spots. Rock Creek Trail is easily accessible from an entry point on Bowman Road and is a heavily wooded 3-mile path popular with runners. Two Rivers Park is less than 10 miles to the north of Rock Creek and is a 1,000-acre stretch of gardens and paths along the Arkansas and Little Maumelle Rivers. River Mountain Park, a 10-mile system of mountain biking trails, is also built into Two Rivers. Pinnacle Mountain State Park off Chenal Parkway is 6 miles west of Two Rivers Park. The state park is filled with miles of hiking and mountain biking trails and access to the two nearby rivers for canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. “In five minutes, I can be in my home in Little Rock to hiking the base of a mountain; it’s pretty rad,” says Ellen.Upscale dinner out at Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse
A casual lunch or dinner experience awaits at Lazy Pete’s Fish and Shrimp on North Bowman Road, where diners can sample Southern and Gulf Coast cuisine like seafood and wings. Locals looking to treat themselves to some fine dining can try Arthur’s Prime Steakhouse on Chenal Parkway, which offers Australian wagyu, Japanese Kobe and a private wine cellar with over 300 varieties.For everyday shopping, Rock Creek Square Plaza is a retail hub just off Chenal Parkway and has a mix of hobby stores, pharmacies, and grocery stores like Sam’s Club, Trader Joe’s, and Whole Foods. The shopping center also borders the Baptist Health Medical Center campus, which is the largest non-profit hospital in the state.
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Drive to downtown Little Rock on I-430
The neighborhood is not far from Interstate 430, so residents of Rock Creek can easily drive throughout the state or hop on the highway to drive the 10 miles east toward Downtown Little Rock. Like the rest of Little Rock, Rock Creek is served by Rock Region Metro, which has a few stops along local streets like Napa Valley Drive. However, most locals prefer to take their own cars wherever they need to go.
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Jordan Hamner
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ramona Simpson
Ramona Simpson
Brokers Guild Real Estate
(501) 361-3189
11 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$324,500 Price
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Karena Malott
Karena Malott
Keller Williams Realty
(501) 289-4118
67 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$325,000 Price
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Holly Funderburk
Holly Funderburk
Responds QuicklyAdkins & Associates Real Estate
(501) 299-5767
17 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$227,000 Price
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Jean Hurst
Jean Hurst
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arkansas Realty
(501) 708-4871
120 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$420,000 Price
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Robert Richardson
Robert Richardson
Crye-Leike REALTORS Kanis Branch
(501) 356-4215
165 Total Sales
4 in Rock Creek
$230K - $560K Price Range
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Anna Kaye Dover
Anna Kaye Dover
CBRPM Group
(501) 984-9486
16 Total Sales
1 in Rock Creek
$310,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Birchwood Park
- Basketball
- Fishing
- Grills
Walnut Valley Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Tennis
Kanis Park
The Park at Wellington
Carriage Creek (Private) Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Rock Creek Trail
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/8/2015
Niche Review
It's okay. There are jobs in almost all fields, but not all are available.
2/18/2016
Niche Review
People tend to live nice lifestyles. Everyone loves to walk to neighborhood in nice weather. Our community is very pet friendly. Everyone is able to have any animal he or she would like to have
9/25/2016
Niche Review
Aside from recent gang activity, it is usually pretty safe. I am not worried
1/8/2015
Niche Review
There are lots of local restaurants around, but most of the stores are chains. Not many mom-and-pop shops. There is a lot of variety in the stores though.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rock Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rock Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rock Creek, Little Rock sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rock Creek, Little Rock over the last 12 months is $100,000, down 65% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$109,900
Median Sale Price
$100,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$151,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-65%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$128
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,265
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1992
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,211
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,060
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,060
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$718 - $1,955 per month
- The Waters at Chenal Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 13500 Chenal Pkwy
- Little Rock, AR
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$825 - $1,125 per month
- The Landings at Rock Creek Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 13200 Chenal Pkwy
- Little Rock, AR
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,726
Median Age
36
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,195
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,999
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
College Graduates
52.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
16
/ 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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