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A family environment spaced around the University of Central Arkansas
With the University of Central Arkansas in the middle of the community, and two other colleges close by, it is easy to think of the Southwest Conway neighborhood as a typical college town. That isn’t the case, according to Claire Carter Smithson, an executive broke with Homeward Realty. “There are some apartments in the area where students live, but non-students and families mainly occupy the houses,” Carter Smithson says. The families tend to take advantage of the neighborhood’s perks, including several original restaurants and a convenient drive into North Little Rock.
Midcentury ranch-style homes are common
The neighborhood is predominantly midcentury ranch-style homes with brick exteriors. These homes, which usually have three bedrooms, can range from $200,000 to $500,000. Homes in the gated Pippinpost subdivision are larger and sit on more spacious lots. These homes can range from $600,000 to $700,000. There are also investment properties available, typically from $70,000 to $150,000. Roads in Southwest Conway are well-maintained, and sidewalks are common, especially near the University of Central Arkansas. Tall oak trees provide shade.
Conway High School's Wampus Cats are no myth
The University of Central Arkansas sits in the center of the neighborhood. The school has been known for its College of Education since it opened in 1907. There are lots of families and younger students in the neighborhood as well. Grade school students are served by Conway Public Schools. Students can attend Marguerite Vann Elementary School, which has a B-plus Niche grade. Carl Stuart Middle School has an A-minus Niche grade. Conway Junior High School, which serves students in ninth and 10th grade, earned an A-minus score from Niche. Conway High School, which serves 11th and 12th graders, has an A Niche score. The school’s teams are nicknamed the Wampus Cats after a mythical six-legged beast said to have terrorized the American South and Midwest in the early 1900s.
Downtown North Little Rock is down I-40
The neighborhood is close to I-40, which can take drivers to downtown North Little Rock about 30 miles away. Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport is about a 35-mile drive. Conway Regional Medical Center is less than 3 miles away.
Jewel Moore Nature Reserve houses lots of wildlife
The University of Central Arkansas’ Jewel Moore Nature Reserve spans 18 acres and is home to more than 230 species of plants and animals. The reserve is open to the public. Bainbridge Park has a basketball court and provides cyclists access to the Tucker Creek Trail. The trail has more than 3 miles of paved routes that run through several Conway neighborhoods. Conway Station Baseball Complex has nine diamonds and a fishing pond. Other amenities sit just outside the neighborhood, like the McGee Center, which has two racquetball courts and a volleyball court.
The Rogue Roundabout has fun with drink names
Several interesting restaurants sit just beyond the neighborhood’s borders, including The Rogue Roundabout, a craft food and beer kitchen that names its drinks after local streets that feature a roundabout. There are 38 roundabouts in Conway, says Rogue Roundabout owner Chris Smith. His favorite drink, the Donaghey Darko, is named after a street that runs through UCA’s campus. Gibson’s Cat Cafe serves coffee and has cats for customers to pet and potentially adopt. Stoby’s Restaurant is known for its cheese dip. The brick walls, simple furniture and flowing fountain of Mike’s Place, which serves Cajun-style dishes, conjures a New Orleans feeling. Conway Commons Shopping Center is home to retail stores like Target, Belk and TJ Maxx. Kroger Marketplace is a grocery store option.
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Parks in this Area
Fifth Avenue Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Laurel Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Gatling Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Airport Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Hendrix Creek Preserve
Trails
Walking Paths
Conway Station Park
Baseball/Softball
Fishing
Concessions
Simon Park
Picnic Area
Events
Transit
Airport
Bill and Hillary Clinton Ntl/Adams Field
42 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southwest Conway
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southwest Conway, Conway sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Southwest Conway, Conway over the last 12 months is $296,863, up 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This unique home breaks the cookie cutter mold in design and location. While the original footprint of the home was established in 1978, this home was taken down to the studs, and a second story was added during its renovation in 2019. In addition to the 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, this home has a dedicated office, a butler’s pantry with a second dishwasher, and a bonus space over the garage,
Great 5bed 3bath home on cul de sac close to Jim Stone Elementary. Home features an open updated kitchen/dining area with Quartz countertops, formal dining room, two car garage (with storm shelter) fully fenced backyard, tankless water heater, updated tile shower in master bedroom, 500+ square feet heated and cooled sunroom. Backyard is tree shaded with extra landscaping, a garden spot and rock
Jonathan DobbinsCentury 21 Sandstone Real Estate Group
This .46-acre lot in Conway offers a unique opportunity to develop close to UCA with quick access to Farris Road and College Avenue. There is a single family home on the property that has been used as a rental and is not currently occupied. Lines on aerial photos are approximate property lines and are only for reference.
This home is in the perfect location and in the best neighborhood. The kitchen has been transformed into a bright and open space. The island is huge with quartz countertops. There is a nice pantry space off the kitchen with the laundry room. You will enjoy the large living room, the many windows and vault ceiling. There is also a very large room currently used for home schooling that would make a
Glenrock Apartments is a beautiful apartment community located off Dave Ward Drive in Conway. Located minutes from Conway’s most popular restaurants and shopping centers, and seconds from UCA, Glenrock offers the many modern amenities and features you are looking for in your new home. Enjoy a luxury clubhouse featuring 24-hour fitness center, game room, coffee bar, business center, and more.
NOW LEASING! Welcome to Fox Run Apartments in Conway, Arkansas! Living in this beautifully developed apartment community provides everything you want right at home, in your own neighborhood. Fox Run are centrally located in Conway and minutes from The University of Central Arkansas, Central Baptist College and Hendrix College as well as restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Whether your
NOW LEASING! Welcome to Salem Park Apartments in Conway, Arkansas! Living in this beautifully developed apartment community provides everything you want right at home, in your own neighborhood. Salem Park is centrally located in Conway and minutes from The University of Central Arkansas, Central Baptist College and Hendrix College as well as restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Whether your
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
12,130
Median Age
27
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,240
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,354
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
31.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.2%
% Population in Labor Force
58.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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