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Rapid growth in southwest Waterloo
Aptly named, Audubon is a fast-growing Waterloo community near a vast bird sanctuary. “It’s a very diverse neighborhood,” says Justin Reuter, a Realtor with Oakridge Real Estate who represents the neighborhood’s primary developer. “You’ve got rightsizers and first-time buyers and families as well.” Spacious new construction is attracting waves of homebuyers, though surrounding farmland and proximity to parks and nature give the neighborhood a more secluded feel. Still, schools, shopping necessities and major employers are all within a few miles, and neighboring highways make trips across town a breeze. Historic downtown Waterloo is a 5-mile drive, while commutes to Cedar Rapids can take less than an hour.
Tax incentives for new Audubon construction
Brand-new builds are popping up here, joining an eclectic community of homes built between the 1960s and the 2010s. Split-levels and ranch-style homes are common, while some cul-de-sacs comprise New Traditional and custom contemporary architecture. Though the neighborhood is densely suburban, homes typically sit on quarter-acre lots large enough for pools and backyard entertainment decks overlooking ample green space for kids and pets to play. Prices here range between $255,000 and $600,000, depending on age and number of bedrooms. Though new construction is pricier, the city incentivizes those willing to invest in growth. “Waterloo offers a 3-year, 100% tax abatement on new dwellings, so a lot of families are taking advantage of that on new homes,” Reuter says.
Though Audubon has homes dating back to the 1960s, new homes are still being built.
There are also new traditional-style homes in the neighborhood as well.
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Bluebells bloom at Robinson Bird Sanctuary
The dense forest of Robinson Bird Sanctuary is just 3 miles from Audubon, where spring brings an eruption of vibrant Bluebells, drawing nature lovers from across the region. The nature preserve offers a tranquil respite, with creekside trails and spots to launch kayaks and other small watercraft. Within the neighborhood, Prairie Grove Park has sheltered picnic tables, a baseball field and two playgrounds for different age levels, and the mixed-use Shaulis Road Trail runs along its southern border. Locals can also become members of nearby Sunnyside Golf and Country Club, which has a pool, a fitness center and tennis and pickleball courts, in addition to an 18-hole course.
Robertson Bird Sanctuary is a great place to hike and explore.
The Robertson Bird Sanctuary offers miles of hiking and adventuring.
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Public and private school options for Audubon kids
Families can drive 4 miles to reach Orange Elementary, which has a C-plus from Niche. Students continue on to Hoover Middle, then Waterloo West High, which both receive a B-minus. Teens at West High can enroll in one of four career-focused academies in subjects such as engineering and human services. Local private options include Waterloo Christian School 2 miles away. Niche gives the kindergarten through 12th grade school an A-minus, and ranks it the No. 1 high school in Black Hawk County.
Bog box stores along San Marnan Drive
Big box stores like Lowe’s, Sam’s Club and Fareway Meat and Grocery line San Marnan Drive 3 miles from the neighborhood. The long stretch of businesses eventually leads to a Hy-Vee, Walmart and Crossroads Mall. Though quieter than it once was, the mall still has a movie theatre, restaurants and major retailers nearby such as Best Buy and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Audubon residents can easily drive to some of Waterloo’s most beloved restaurants, including Highway 63 Diner, a longtime local favorite with an extensive menu and down-to-earth atmosphere.
Many major stores can be found across from the Crossroads Mall up the ways from Audubon.
Customers head into Fareway Meat and Grocery in the Audubon neighborhood.
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Locals gather to stargaze at Prairie Grove Park
Between May and October, the Grout Museum District and Black Hawk County Astronomy Club host monthly Star Parties at Prairie Grove Park. Telescopes are provided for locals interested in gazing at the night sky and learning more from local astronomy enthusiasts.
Prairie Grove Park provides many amenities for its visitors.
A large open field offers plenty of space to play football, baseball, or soccer at Prairie Grove
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Routes 20 and 63 border the neighborhood
U.S. Routes 20 and 63 intersect just outside the neighborhood, connecting residents to the rest of the Cedar Valley, as well as interstates heading to Cedar Rapids, Iowa City or Des Moines.
Family fun on Hansen's Dairy Farm
Audubon’s proximity to area farms makes for easy, family-friendly excursions. Locals can feed a calf, churn butter and even pet a kangaroo on a tour of Hansen’s Dairy Farm, an Iowa Heritage Farm owned by the same family for 150 years. Many visitors head home with cheese curds and pints of ice cream made on site.
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