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From good neighbors to good eats
Though a tornado ripped through North Little Rock’s Amboy neighborhood in March 2023, today, the vibe is as “Up” as the mural by that name on the Amboy USA building. “Amboy is such a supportive, loving community,” says Erika Franklin, principal broker of Lux Real Estate Group, who was born and raised in Little Rock and knows the area well. “We had a windy day recently, and a neighbor called to let us know that our sign blew down. Neighbors look out for each other in Amboy. That’s hard to find.” Also hard to find are the neighborhood’s midcentury homes for under $150,000, its walkable municipal park, one of the largest in the state, and its down-home eateries and vibrant music scene.
Amboy still bears the scars of a 2023 tornado.
Located adjacent to Camp Robinson, the pride of military service is upfront in Amboy.
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Homes for every stage of life
First-time buyers or those seeking an investment opportunity don’t have to look further than the neighborhood’s abundance of ranch-style houses in need of love, which tend to hover around $100,000. Recently renovated three bedrooms, often featuring new kitchens, restored hardwoods, carports or attached garages, and fully fenced backyards, can list from $130,000 to $200,000. Larger split-levels, Cape Cods and Contemporary homes start around $300,000 and can run as high as $650,000. “The neighborhood has a great bundle of homes for everyone,” Franklin says. “People start families, grow their family and retire here.” Though family-oriented, Amboy also scored higher than the U.S. average on crime, according to the CAP Index, something homebuyers should keep in mind.
Amboy homeowners enjoy shaded lots with large trees.
A large colonial revival influenced home in Amboy offers plenty of room to grow.
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Getting around and outside Amboy
Designated bike paths are confined to Burns Park and the river areas in Amboy. The 4 Rock Region Metro bus connects residents to Downtown Little Rock and other city areas. Interstate 40 also runs past Amboy, giving residents access to Memphis, 140 miles to the east, and Oklahoma City, 330 miles to the west.
Public transportation serves Amboy with stops along Highway 176.
Amboy residents can easily jump onto Interstate 40 and head east of west.
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Support for students and schools
The North Little Rock School District serves the Amboy community and scored an overall C-plus from Niche. Amboy Elementary is one of the closest grade schools, and North Little Rock Middle School is divided into sixth and seventh/eighth-grade campuses next door to each other. At North Little Rock High, underrepresented students earned academic honors from the College Board to help them stand out on college applications. The school system is also due for capital improvements in 2024.
Amboy Elementary School is part of the North Little Rock public school system.
North Little Rock High School is located off 22nd Street.
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Finding the best barbecue
Along MacArthur Drive, homestyle burgers and hotdogs are on the menu at Mojo’s. Mick’s Bar-B-Q is down the street, praised for its ribs and pulled pork sandwiches. The yum-yum sauce at Keihiro Hibachi and Sushi comes highly regarded, and Cozy’s snow cones are a cool summertime treat. The MacArthur Mini Mart and dollar stores are nearby for quick snacks, but to stock up on groceries, residents head to Kroger or Edwards Cash Saver off Camp Robinson Road.
Amboy residents grab a cold treat at Cozy's Shaved Ice.
Grocery shopping at Edwards Cash Saver is convenient for Amboy residents.
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One stop for recreation
Burns Park, with its seasonal merry-go-round, playgrounds and picnic pavilions, is within walking distance of most Amboy homes. Here, residents can explore miles of paved and unpaved trails on foot or by bike, walk and socialize with their dogs, try their aim at the archery range or enjoy their favorite sport. The park offers soccer, golf, tennis, disc golf, pickleball, baseball and basketball facilities. Parkgoers can also see history by visiting a covered bridge and pre-Civil War cabin, a World War II tank and a Union Pacific caboose, all within the park.
Calling all urban farmers
Located next to the 32,000-acre Arkansas Army National Guard installation that borders Amboy, the St. Joseph Farmstead is an urban farm with trails, animals and a farm stand open year-round. Garden plots are also available on the property for the community to lease.
Camp Robinson is an active Army and National Guard base adjacent to Amboy.
Flowers add to the beauty of the Amboy neighborhood.
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Vinyl and live music lovers
McCain Mall is the biggest enclosed shopping center in the region, but Amboy has a treasure trove of its own. Arkansas Record-CD Exchange is the state’s largest vinyl seller and offers other vintage media, such as cassettes, 8-tracks and DVDs. Music lovers can also check out the Argenta Arts District, an area North Little Rock with breweries and pubs that feature live music. The Simmon Bank Arena, which brings in big-name bands, is right next door.
Amboy is located along Interstate 40 in North Little Rock.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Amboy
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Amboy Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Amboy, North Little Rock sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Amboy, North Little Rock over the last 12 months is $144,900, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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