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Park Haven blends healthcare jobs, quiet living and retail success
On the south side of Waterloo, Park Haven offers homebuyers peaceful suburban living around one of the city's main hospitals. MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center is in the heart of the neighborhood, offering a short commute for healthcare workers living in the community. The area's leafy streets also put kids of all ages within a quick walk or drive of their assigned schools. Main roads lined with bustling commercial centers create the community's borders, keeping residents close to a variety of businesses. When people need to venture out of Park Haven's well-equipped bubble, thoroughfares like Highway 20 connect drivers to the rest of the city and beyond.
Park Haven in Waterloo is known for its family-friendly vibe and green spaces.
Park Haven offers a peaceful retreat just 2 miles north of Downtown Waterloo.
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Apartments are around, but split-level and ranch-style homes dominate
Park Haven primarily offers single-family homes, although about 20% of the community consists of apartments. There are also a few condos available. Split-level and ranch-style homes built in the 1960s and 1970s line lushly green streets. Mature trees tower over manicured front lawns, and many homes have bushy shrubs or well-kept gardens. Basketball hoops occasionally overlook short, paved driveways. Single-family home prices usually range between $140,000 and $340,000. Condos typically sell between $125,000 and $155,000 but come with monthly HOA fees.
Enjoy spacious living in this split level home located in scenic Park Haven.
Experience the warm, inviting feel of a quaint cottage home nestled in Park Haven.
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Four Waterloo public schools and two private options are near homes
"The neighborhood's biggest thing is the schools," says Mersiha Mustedanagic, broker associate with Oakridge Real Estate, who has sold in the area before. "Many buyers are looking for places where kids don't have to walk or travel very far to get to school." Although the Waterloo Community School District allows voluntary transfers, Park Haven students are within about 1 mile of all their assigned schools. Most kids start at Lou Henry Elementary, but some students attend Kittrell Elementary. The schools have C-plus and C Niche ratings. Hoover Middle is on the same campus as Lou Henry and also has a C-plus rating. West High, which has a B-minus, has four academies for the arts, engineering, healthcare and human services. Park Haven is also home to Blessed Maria Assunta Pallotta Middle School and Columbus High School, which are part of the private Cedar Valley Catholic Schools district.
Lou Henry Elementary in Waterloo creates a supportive space for all students.
Hoover Middle School in Waterloo emphasizes both learning and student well-being.
Students at West High School in Waterloo benefit from a wide range of academic resources.
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Commutes are quick with MercyOne Medical and major roads nearby
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center is at the center of the community. Mustedanagic says some of her clients choose this neighborhood to be near hospital jobs, even if that means there is noise and emergency vehicle traffic close to home. "I've had some buyers choose to move a little bit farther from that area [because of the noise], but for most people, the sound doesn't bother them at all," Mustedanagic says. Residents are car-dependent. The neighborhood has minimal sidewalks and one bus stop located at the hospital. Drivers rely on East San Marnan Drive and Highway 20, which connects to Highway 218 and Interstate 380. The Waterloo Regional Airport is roughly 8 miles from the neighborhood.
Park Haven residents navigate mostly by car, using East San Marnan and US 20 for trips.
Park Haven locals use East San Marnan and US 20 for quick access to nearby amenities.
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Main roads like East San Marnan Drive have local and national chains
The East San Marnan Drive commercial corridor has a variety of national chains and big-box stores, from Walmart Supercenter and Target to Menards and Hy-Vee Grocery Store. The retail area was also home to Crossroads Mall, which will be demolished and redeveloped. Marcus Crossroads Cinema, located beside the mall, is still frequented by the community. Locally owned establishments and smaller chains line East Ridgeway and Kimball avenues. Cars drive through Scooter's Coffee for a cup on the go, while LJ's Neighborhood Bar & Grill is a favorite for pub fare and draft beer. Downtown Waterloo has an evolving restaurant scene, but some locally loved spots, like Doughy Joey's Peetza Joynt, have made a comeback. "They moved out a while ago and missed us so much they came back," says Jessica Rucker, executive director of Main Street Waterloo. "We're excited to have them back. They're definitely a staple to the downtown community."
LJ's Neighborhood Bar & Grill in Park Haven offers a cozy spot for casual dining on Kimball.
In East San Marnan's Park Haven, residents enjoy the convenience of Walmart nearby.
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Bontrager Park anchors the neighborhood's recreation
In the heart of Park Haven, Bontrager Park offers open green fields, a sunny playground and picnic tables. Residents are also around 1 mile from several other neighborhood parks, like Morris, Miller and Liberty parks. Some people head 3 miles north to Cedar Valley Sportsplex, which has an indoor fieldhouse, outdoor ball fields and a pool with a waterslide and a lazy river.
Bontrager Park is a charming spot in Waterloo perfect for jogging or casual strolls.
Bontrager Park in Waterloo offers a peaceful retreat with open green spaces and serene paths.
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Nearby Liberty Park hosts My Waterloo Days with music and fireworks
While the community doesn't often have events, nearby Liberty Park annually hosts My Waterloo Days, a two-day festival with live concerts and a fireworks display. Downtown Waterloo also offers events year-round, including the Food Truck Festival. "We have food trucks from across the region," Rucker says. "So basically, you starve yourself for three days and then come because you're going to eat a ton of great food."
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Assault with Weapon
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Park Haven Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Park Haven, Waterloo sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Park Haven, Waterloo over the last 12 months is $216,250, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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