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A suburban enclave centrally located by Des Moines
Situated along North Walnut Creek, Windsor Heights is a city just outside of Des Moines that offers quiet, suburban living with single-family brickwork homes. Modern conveniences such as big-box retailers, shopping malls, schools and parks are located near or within the locale. “Windsor Heights is one of the first suburbs in the city that was developed in the 1950s; it was designed like a little micro city with shopping and entertainment on the south side, and houses on the north,” says Jarod Snover, a local agent at Iowa Realty Mills Crossing servicing the greater Des Moines area. “This is a very walkable neighborhood and it’s dead center in the middle of everything in Des Moines.”
Single family homes made with unique brick exterior
Narrow winding roads and treelined streets meander through Windsor Heights. Here, Tudor Revival and ranch homes made with original brickwork, and two-story Colonial Revival properties are situated along the country driveways. Most homes in Windsor Heights fall between 1,000 and 2,000 square feet, with listing prices ranging from $150,000 to about $350,000. “This community has brick ranch-style homes that are very unique to the neighborhood, and you won’t find them anywhere else,” adds Snover.
Des Moines Independent Community School District
Prospective elementary schools include Cowles Montessori School, which is the only public Montessori school in the state, and Windsor Elementary School, each receiving a B and a C-plus Niche rating, respectively. “Another big draw for the neighborhood is Cowles Montessori School; there are families that move to Windsor Heights in the hopes they might get bumped up on the waitlist,” adds Snover. The Montessori education style offers a more hands-on approach to creative learning, and students need to individually apply to Cowles for enrollment. Students may then attend Merrill Middle School, which has a C score, and finish secondary education at the B-rated Roosevelt High School.
Recreational opportunities in Windsor Heights
Colby Park offers a mix of outdoor recreational facilities, such as a playground, a baseball field and tennis courts that are built around the Windsor Heights Community Center. Serving as interactive art vessels, musical instruments are also scattered throughout Colby Park to create an inclusive and joyful environment. The community dog park is across the street by Walnut Creek, and the quiet pocket park, Lions Park, is by the public library which offers a picnic area. Residents can go for jogs or walk along the Des Moines Trail and the Clive Greenbelt Trail, both of which offer scenic pathways for accessing the city and Des Moines. The 18-hole Waveland Golf Course is about 1 mile to the east, while anglers may fish at Des Moines Water Works Park.
Dogs and dog people enjoy the wide-open space of Windsor Heights Dog Park
Playground structures at Colby Park entertain families daily in Windsor Heights.
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Shopping and dining around Windsor Heights
Conveniently located on the south end of the city, the area grocery store, Hy-Vee, and retailers such as Sam’s Club and Walmart are available for daily shopping trips and home supply restocks. Head to thoroughfares University Avenue or Hickman Road for local shops, restaurants and coffee houses. Little Brother, which, according to Jarod, is “the best breakfast joint in the Des Moines area,” offers classic brunch favorites such as buttermilk pancakes, biscuits and gravy and corned beef hash. Premier shopping destinations, Valley West Mall and Merle Hay Mall, have department stores, retail shops, restaurants and entertainment venues, all within 3 miles of the city.
The bar at Little Brother offers great people-watching of Windsor Heights residents.
Little Brother offers upscale American food along University Ave in Windsor Heights.
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Community events at Windsor Heights
In June and July, Windsor Heights Foundation (WHF) hosts “Nights in the Heights,” which is a weekly community social with live music and food trucks for city residents. Additional gatherings, such as the annual 4th of July celebration, the fall festival, movie nights and concert series, also take place at Colby Park or in the city. Notable celebrations in Des Moines include the 11-day Iowa State Fair, the World Food and Music Festival, the Des Moines Arts Festival and the 80/35 Music Festival.
Navigating Windsor Heights and Des Moines
For public transportation, residents can take advantage of the Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) for access to Des Moines and its surrounding areas. Despite its developments, Windsor Heights remains a walkable neighborhood with many shops, stores and restaurants within walking distance. The UnityPoint Clinic at Northwest Des Moines is about 1 mile away, and general hospitals such as the Broadlawns Medical Center are located within 5 miles of the community. The Des Moines International Airport is 8 miles to the south, while Interstate 35 and Interstate 80 are close by for access to Minneapolis and Chicago, respectively.
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Parks in this Area
Windsor Heights Dog Park
Dog Park
South Karen Acres Park
Colby Park
Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Trails
Rocklyn Park
Lions Park
Picnic Area
Trails
George Lundberg Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Des Moines International
15 min drive
Bus
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73rd St & Walmart Southbound, Wht
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73rd St & Walmart Northbound, Wht
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University Ave & Hy-Vee, Wht
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University Ave & 68th St, Wht
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University Ave & 66th St (Far-Side), Wht
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63rd St & University Ave, Wht
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.710 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
11/6/2018Niche Review
It's a safe neighborhood, which I really like. I feel like I can trust most people in the area. The one thing I don't like about it, is there are speeding camera's. The main road going down the town is set up for at 35 mile per hour speed, but the speed limit was set for 25 miles per hour. Is considered a speeding trap by many.
5.0Niche User
9/20/2016Niche Review
I feel very safe, there is a police dept close by
5.0Niche User
5/27/2015Niche Review
There is a great combination of mom-and-pop versus big companies. You do not have to go far to get what you prefer and/or need. There is such a great opportunity to buy and support local.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Windsor Heights
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Windsor Heights, IA sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Windsor Heights, IA over the last 12 months is $268,610, down 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to Windsor Heights, also known as the HEART of Des Moines! With location being a huge perk, this charming 1.5 story home is also filled with character. It features 3 bedrooms, one of them being the finished attic space with a 1/2 bathroom, newly finished walk-in closet and a brand new mini split system up there for your comfort during all seasons! Original hardwood floors, a 4 seasons
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1511 Del Matro Ct, Windsor Heights, IA 5032Available for mid June move inWelcome home to this lovely 3 bedroom and 1 1/2 bath Duplex. This living space has an attached garage and includes water, lawn care and snow removal with rent. Washer/Drier hook-ups available along with additional space for storage. Tenant is responsible for electric/gas, internet,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,015
Median Age
41
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,164
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,851
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
69.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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