Ellis Harbor Home for Rent

Ellis Harbor in Cedar Rapids is a distinctive neighborhood along the northwest curve of the Cedar River, known for its unique houseboat community. The area features Ellis Park, one of the city's largest parks, which includes walking trails, baseball fields, tennis courts, a sand volleyball area, and a public swimming pool. The park also hosts water ski and boat shows on the river. The Ellis Golf Course, dating back to 1919, is an 18-hole public course considered the "Crown Jewel" of Cedar Rapids municipal golf courses. The neighborhood's harbor accommodates around 100 houseboats, creating a tight-knit community with social activities like Sunday Fundays and houseboat hopping. However, houseboat ownership comes with challenges such as winter storage and flood risks, as the area is designated an AE Flood Zone by FEMA. On land, housing options include mostly apartments and a few single-family homes, with older ranch styles and split levels from the mid-1900s, as well as newer constructions from the 2010s. Home prices range from $200,000 to $450,000. Children in Ellis Harbor attend Madison Elementary School, Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy, and the highly rated Kennedy High School. Major shopping and dining options are within a 3-mile radius, with downtown Cedar Rapids accessible via bus lines. The neighborhood is approximately 9 miles from the Eastern Iowa Airport.