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Safest Neighborhoods in Iowa

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    Walnut Ridge

    Walnut Ridge, a prestigious Iowa City neighborhood, sits 4 miles west of downtown. Its unique homes on large lots are near the University of Iowa and top-rated West Senior High. Clear Creek Trail offers recreation.

    • Average Value

      $969K

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    Linden Heights

    Linden Heights in Des Moines is a historic, secluded neighborhood along the Raccoon River. It features diverse architecture, lush woodlands, and proximity to Greenwood-Ashworth Park and the Des Moines Art Center.

    • Average Value

      $906K

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      1 Listing

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    Westridge

    Westridge in Johnston features modern homes on large lots near Corteva Agriscience. It boasts highly rated schools and Crosshaven Park for recreation. The Johnston Farmers Market and local dining options are within a short drive.

    • Average Value

      $641K

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      0 Listings

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    Herrold

    Herrold in Johnston is near Saylorville Lake and Walnut Ridge Disc Golf Course. The neighborhood includes Craftsman and ranch-style homes. Wallace Elementary, Johnston Middle School, and Johnston High School are highly rated.

    • Average Value

      $587K

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    Onion Creek

    Just outside of Ames, Onion Creek offers spacious lots and rural scenery. “People here love gardening and keeping animals like horses and goats,” says Realtor Paul Livingston, who sells homes in the neighborhood with Hunziker & Associates. Iowa State University’s lecture halls, arenas and performance halls are all within 10 minutes. Families can

    • Average Value

      $530K

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      0 Listings

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    Salisbury Oaks

    Salisbury Oaks in Des Moines has historic homes and mature oak trees by the Raccoon River. Notable attractions include Salisbury House and Gardens, Greenwood Park, and shopping on "The Avenues." Downtown is just 2.5 miles away.

    • Average Value

      $528K

    • List Price

      $195K - $1.1M

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      5 Listings

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    Andrews

    Andrews in Granger is a rural community near Saylorville Lake. Jester Park provides diverse outdoor activities. Highly rated schools serve the area. Large homes on spacious lots define this neighborhood 20 minutes from Des Moines.

    • Average Value

      $507K

    • List Price

      $189K - $840K

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      1 Listing

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    Stoney Creek

    Stoney Creek in Riverdale spans industrial and suburban areas along the Mississippi. It includes highly rated schools like Pleasant Valley High School and amenities such as Pigeon Creek Park and Sunrise Golf Course.

    • Average Value

      $505K

    • List Price

      $162K - $1.6M

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      0 Listings

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    Northridge Heights

    Northridge Heights is one of Ames' more sought-after neighborhoods for its newer homes and distance from the hustle and bustle that forms around Iowa State University. However, residents still maintain access to all the city's best amenities, including trendy dining options, well-maintained public green spaces and NCAA Division I athletic events

    • Average Value

      $502K

    • List Price

      $86K - $3.3M

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      7 Listings

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    Galway Hills

    Galway Hills in Iowa City features larger homes near top-rated West High School. Residents enjoy Coral Ridge Mall, Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Complex, and Finkbine Golf Course, with quick commutes via Melrose Avenue and I-380.

    • Average Value

      $498K

    • List Price

      $330K - $523K

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      1 Listing

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    Northwest Johnston

    Northwest Johnston in Johnston features highly rated schools and family-friendly parks. Terra Park offers festivals and lake activities. The area has diverse dining options and is 15 miles from Des Moines.

    • Average Value

      $478K

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    Waterbury

    Waterbury in Des Moines features historic homes 4 miles from downtown. Residents enjoy Greenwood Park and the Clare and Miles Mills Rose Garden. The quiet neighborhood blends suburban charm with access to urban amenities.

    • Average Value

      $475K

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    Timberland Road

    On the outskirts of Ames, Timberland Road offers a mix of midcentury homes and newer builds just south of Highway 30. The neighborhood places its residents within a comfortable distance from Iowa State University—a part of town that often becomes congested on gamedays—while still allowing people direct access to many of the city’s best features,

    • Average Value

      $463K

    • List Price

      $388K - $555K

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    Southwest Estates

    Southwest Estates in Iowa City offers quiet suburban living 4 miles from downtown. Residents benefit from highly rated schools, including West High School, and proximity to parks, the University of Iowa, and cultural attractions.

    • Average Value

      $461K

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    Westwood

    Westwood in Des Moines combines suburban living with natural beauty. Bordered by woodlands and parks, it offers a secluded feel. The Des Moines Art Center and Greenwood Park provide nearby cultural and recreational amenities.

    • Average Value

      $447K

    • List Price

      $133K - $756K

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      1 Listing

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    North District

    North District in Johnston offers a mix of midcentury and new homes near Saylorville Lake. Residents enjoy parks like Morningside and Johnston Commons, as well as the Iowa Gold Star Museum. Highly rated schools serve the area.

    • Average Value

      $443K

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    Audubon

    Audubon in Waterloo offers new homes near Robinson Bird Sanctuary. Prairie Grove Park hosts astronomy events. The area has easy access to shopping and highways. Waterloo Christian School is highly rated and nearby.

    • Average Value

      $435K

    • List Price

      $90K - $1.5M

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      4 Listings

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    Bluffwood

    Bluffwood in Iowa City offers suburban living near Hickory Hill Park, with diverse architecture and rolling terrain. Residents enjoy Calder Park and highly rated schools like City High and Regina Catholic Education Center.

    • Average Value

      $424K

    • List Price

      $388K - $768K

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      2 Listings

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    Windsor Ridge

    Windsor Ridge in Iowa City features spacious homes around a 23-acre park with trails and a fishing pond. The area is served by highly rated City High School and is a short drive from downtown and the University of Iowa.

    • Average Value

      $418K

    • List Price

      $608K - $724K

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      1 Listing

    Windsor Ridge
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    Polk City

    • Average Value

      $416K

    • List Price

      $300K - $1.4M

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      3 Listings

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    Northwest Sioux City

    Tucked against the South Dakota border, Northwest Sioux City is best known for its rugged, rural surroundings. Made up largely of rolling Loess Hills, housing sites are limited to a few level areas. "So much of it is basically untouched because it's not flat enough to be developed," says Kathryn Pfaffle, a Realtor with Realty One Group Regency.

    • Average Value

      $400K

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    Bettendorf

    Priding itself as “a Premier City,” Bettendorf is considered the fastest-growing city within the Quad Cities region. Noted for its Mississippi River location, parks, top-rated school district, and booming downtown area, nearly 40,000 residents call Bettendorf home. Newcomers will discover ongoing revitalization, notably in the downtown and

    • Average Value

      $392K

    • List Price

      $154K - $3M

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      60 Listings

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    Saylorville

    Saylorville, IA, situated between Des Moines and Ankeny, borders Saylorville Lake. The suburb offers outdoor recreation at Margo Frankel Woods State Park. Students attend the highly rated Ankeny Community School District.

    • Average Value

      $389K

    • List Price

      $309K - $2.3M

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    Northeast Ankeny

    Northeast Ankeny in Ankeny blends suburban living with urban amenities. It boasts highly-rated schools, community parks like Crestbruck, and shopping along Ankeny Boulevard. The Otter Creek Golf Course adds recreational appeal.

    • Average Value

      $388K

    • List Price

      $193K - $2.8M

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      12 Listings

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    Urbandale

    Urbandale, Iowa, offers 54 miles of trails, 57 parks, and the Living History Farms outdoor museum. With highly rated schools and a crime rate lower than the national average, it provides convenient access to Des Moines.

    • Average Value

      $384K

    • List Price

      $184K - $1.6M

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      84 Listings

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