Pleasant Hill Condos for Sale

Pleasant Hill, about 6 miles from Des Moines and Altoona, is a growing neighborhood with around 10,000 residents, maintaining a small-town feel. The Southeast Polk Community School District serves the area, with highly rated schools like Four Mile Elementary, Spring Creek Sixth Grade Center, and Southeast Polk Junior High. The neighborhood features a mix of older homes from the '60s to '80s, including split-levels, ranch styles, and split-foyers, alongside new constructions of traditional two-story and ranch-style homes. Sidewalks and green spaces enhance its pedestrian-friendly nature. Local dining includes the Pleasant Hill Diner, with grocery options like Hy-Vee, Fareway, and Aldi nearby. For more dining choices, residents often travel to Altoona and Des Moines. Pleasant Hill hosts the annual Chill on the Hill concert series at Copper Creek Lake Park, which also offers walking and biking trails and fishing. The neighborhood has six parks, including Sunrise and Sunset Parks, providing ample recreational spaces. The Pleasant Hill Library offers various clubs and activities. Pleasant Hill is safer than the national average. The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) provides bus services, and U.S. Route 65 connects to Interstate 80. The Des Moines International Airport is about 10 miles away, offering direct flights to many destinations. For medical needs, residents can visit MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center or the nearby MercyOne Pleasant Hill Family Medicine. Due to its location, Pleasant Hill is at moderate risk for severe weather, so residents are advised to have an emergency plan.