Audubon
Neighborhood in Waterloo, Iowa
Black Hawk County 50701
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.
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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.
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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.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.
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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.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.
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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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Carl Ericson
Carl Ericson
Oakridge Real Estate
(319) 595-4356
168 Total Sales
1 in Audubon
$775,000 Price
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Luke Bartlett
Luke Bartlett
Oakridge Real Estate
(319) 349-2356
207 Total Sales
3 in Audubon
$188K - $400K Price Range
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Karen Kayser
Karen Kayser
RE/MAX Concepts - Waterloo
(319) 271-6033
153 Total Sales
4 in Audubon
$281K - $800K Price Range
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Gabby Mitchell
Gabby Mitchell
Responds QuicklyOakridge Real Estate
(319) 243-1996
75 Total Sales
1 in Audubon
$379,900 Price
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Emsad Begic
Emsad Begic
Responds QuicklyVine Valley Real Estate
(319) 595-4776
150 Total Sales
1 in Audubon
$370,000 Price
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Gordon Sorensen
Gordon Sorensen
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Concepts - Cedar Falls
(319) 595-4754
180 Total Sales
1 in Audubon
$255,000 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
Prairie Grove Park
Robertson Bird Sanctuary
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Audubon | 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
Audubon Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Audubon, Waterloo sell after 92 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Audubon, Waterloo over the last 12 months is $449,950, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$477,450
Median Sale Price
$449,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$489,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$216
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
460
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
2000
Months of Supply
4.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,179
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,366
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,552
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,552
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 1pm
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 2:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,168
Median Age
44
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$120,758
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$152,258
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
63.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.6%
% Population in Labor Force
62.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
11°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
24''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
8
/ 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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