Why Live in Copper Creek
Copper Creek, located on the north side of Pleasant Hill, is a scenic neighborhood known for its namesake lake park and expansive golf course. The community features a variety of amenities including parks, a movie theater, numerous restaurants, sports bars, and shopping options. Residents can enjoy natural outings at Copper Creek Lake, which offers a 40-acre lake, a walking trail, and catch-and-release fishing. The neighborhood is relatively young, with homes built from the late 1900s to early 2000s, showcasing Colonial Revival, ranch-style, New Traditional, and Tudor Revival architecture. Homes range from single-story ranches to two-story properties, with unique design elements like tile roofs, brickwork, and pastel facades. The Southeast Polk Community School District serves the area, with highly rated schools such as Clay Elementary School and Southeast Polk Junior High School. Copper Creek Golf Club is a highlight for golf enthusiasts, while Sleepy Hollow Sports Park provides seasonal activities like mini golf, laser tag, and winter sledding. Local dining options include Rolling Smoke Barbeque, La Feria Mexican Restaurant, and Mugsy’s Pizza House and Irish Sports Pub. Copper Creek 9 offers a family-owned movie theater experience. Annual events like Art on the Lake, Chill on the Hill, and Pleasant Hill’s Summer Fest add to the community spirit. Des Moines International Airport is 17 miles away, and major highways provide access to cities like Minneapolis and Chicago. UnityPoint Health - Iowa Lutheran Hospital is located 5 miles west, and public transit is available through the Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Copper Creek a good place to live?
Copper Creek is a good place to live. Copper Creek is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Copper Creek is a suburban neighborhood. Copper Creek has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.2 people per acre and a median age of 50. The average household income is $119,820 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 40.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Copper Creek are home owners, with 23.6% of residents renting and 76.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Copper Creek can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Copper Creek neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Copper Creek?
The median home price in Copper Creek is $365,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $73,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,890 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $81K a year to afford the median home price in Copper Creek. The average household income in Copper Creek is $120K.
What are the best public schools in Copper Creek?
The best public schools that serve Copper Creek are:
What are the best private schools in Copper Creek?
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Are home prices dropping in Copper Creek?
Yes, home prices in Copper Creek are down 71% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Copper Creek, IA
On average, homes in Copper Creek, Pleasant Hill sell after 142 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Copper Creek, Pleasant Hill over the last 12 months is $310,000, down 47% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$310,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$419,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$122,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$198
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$365,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-47%