Condos for Sale in Urbandale, Urbandale

Urbandale, a rapidly growing neighborhood, offers residents low taxes and convenient commutes to downtown Des Moines. The area features a mix of new subdivisions with wide, walkable streets and older sections with homes from the 1950s and 60s, characterized by tall trees and smaller lots. Housing options include ranch and split-level homes, three-bedroom townhouses, and custom-built contemporary, colonial, and ranch-style houses, with most properties featuring garages and quarter-acre lots. Urbandale High School is highly rated, providing Advanced Placement classes. The neighborhood boasts 50 miles of trails, 57 parks, and over 1,000 acres of parkland, including the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park and Gardens and Walker Johnston Park, which hosts youth sports leagues and adult pickleball tournaments. Living History Farms, a 500-acre interactive museum, offers a glimpse into Iowa's agricultural history. Shopping is convenient with ALDI, Hy-Vee, Walmart, and Home Depot nearby, and Merle Hay Mall providing over 90 stores and entertainment options. Dining options range from The Urban Grill to MinGaLaBar Burmese Kitchen. Urbandale is safer than the national average, with a low crime risk. The neighborhood is well-connected by Interstates 35 and 80, with public transportation available and Des Moines International Airport 17 miles away.