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Lake Manawa is the definition of “peace and comfort”
The word “manawa” is believed to mean peace and comfort, a definition is fitting for the Lake Manawa community. Homebuyers seek out this neighborhood primarily for the beauty of the namesake lake and surrounding state park. The area benefits from all the amenities of the growing city of Council Bluffs, including nearby country clubs, solid schools and a thriving local arts scene. “It’s somewhere you’re going to know your neighbors, as opposed to the more sprawling Omaha metro,” says Mark Hanwright, who is a co-owner of Heartland Properties and has been selling homes in Council Bluffs for over a decade. “Council Bluffs is a small and vibrant community that has a ton going on, and people are involved in their community and want to see it thrive.”
Visitors paddle board and kayak on the man-made Lake Manawa's waters
Kayak, fish and relax at Lake Manawa State Park
The centerpiece of the neighborhood is Lake Manawa State Park. Visitors paddle board and kayak on the man-made lake’s waters, catch bluegill and walleye from the shoreline and explore the 1,500 acres of surrounding campgrounds and hiking trails. The park is also home to Dream Playground, the largest ADA-accessible playground in the state. A small city park sits on the lake’s perimeter and has a basketball court, a skate park and a sensory garden with walking trails. Council Bluffs Country Club neighbors the lake on Piute Street and has a members-only golf course, restaurant and pool.
Lakefront homes with access to Manawa’s waters
The lakefront has an eclectic mix of homes, from ranch-style properties and mid-century cottages to two-level contemporary properties and townhome. Houses are built alongside large front yards and neat, uniform streets shaded by oak and maple trees. Backyards commonly have decks and patios, and the most sought-after properties come with private docks leading right to the water’s edge. “Demand is very strong, and you won’t find much sitting on the market,” Hanwright says. “Houses will spend days on the market, not weeks and anything on the waterfront will sell in the first couple of days.” Homes in the area range from $200,000 and $300,000 for a 3-bedroom property and can go up to $700,000 for a custom-built home with a lake view.
Large lakeside homes on the west side of Lake Manawa have direct access to the water.
This small inlet of Lake Manawa is surrounded by homes with access to the lake and state park.
Those large homes often have extensive brick and stone work, along with lakeside views.
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PACE brings theatre and music to the region
Council Bluffs has also become a hotspot for performing arts thanks to Pottawattamie Arts, Culture and Entertainment (PACE), which promotes fine arts in the region. Highlights include plays and musicals every other month at the Chanticleer Community Theater, an annual holiday presentation of “The Nutcracker” at the American Midwest Ballet and monthly performances from the Kanesville Symphony Orchestra.
Doozie’s serves up award-winning burgers
Metro Crossing Shopping Center is in the northern part of the neighborhood on Metro Drive and has retail, dining and grocery options, including Target. Walmart, Sam’s Club and Aldi are located just down the street on Manawa Centre Drive. Just off the Veterans Memorial Highway, Rustic Cuts Butcher Shop offers locally raised beef as well as a selection of seafood, beer, wine and cheese. Between May and September, community members can also pick up fresh-baked bread, organic honey and locally grown produce at the Council Bluffs Farmers Market on Pearl Street every Thursday afternoon.
Just off U.S. Route 275, Doozie’s serves 16 homemade ice cream flavors and fresh-made burgers, which were previously voted the best burgers in Pottawattamie County by Council Bluff’s Visitors Bureau. Sakura Sushi & Hibachi is in the Metro Crossings Shopping Center and specializes a variety of sushi rolls, teriyaki entrees and udon noodles.
Metro Crossing Shopping Center is home to many large stores and chain restaurants.
Enjoy some sushi or the experience of hibachi at Sakura Sushi & Hibachi.
The local butcher shop, Rustic Cuts, serves classic and exotic cuts of meats and seafood.
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Lewis Central High is a performing arts hotspot
Families can send their children to the Lewis Central Community School District. Young students may attend E.A. Kreft Primary School, which earns a B on Niche, for kindergarten and first grade, before moving to Titan Hill Intermediate School for second and fifth grade, ranking B-minus on Niche. Lewis Central Middle School scores a B from Niche and serves kids from sixth through eighth grade, and students in Grades 9 through 12 may attend Lewis Central Senior High School, which earns a B-plus from Niche. The high school has a well-equipped Performing Arts Center, which seats 1,100 people and is the largest auditorium in Council Bluffs.
Lewis Central Middle School shares grounds and athletic facilities with the high school.
Lewis Central High School is known for academic excellence and athletic success.
Lake Manawa is part of the Lewis Central School District, home of the Titans.
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Interstates 29 and 80 are the fastest routes to Omaha
It takes an 8-mile drive down Interstate 29 to get from Lake Manawa to Omaha. Council Bluffs is near several other large highways, like U.S. Routes 6 and 275 and Interstate 80. While many locals prefer to drive, the Yellow and Blue Routes of the Omaha Metro bus system both serve Council Bluffs. The closest bus stop to the Lake Manawa neighborhood is at the Metro Crossing Shopping Center.
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Parks in this Area
Lake Manawa State Park
Lake Manawa Dream Land Park
Iowa West Foundation Trailhead Park
Council Bluffs Recreation Complex
Sunset Park
Peterson Park
Transit
Airport
Eppley Airfield
29 min drive
Bus
35th Ave & Power Dr SW
Bus
9th & Veterans Memorial HWY NE
Bus
Metro Crossing Target
Bus
32nd Ave & Manawa Centre Dr SW
Bus
Metro Dr Midblock
Bus
35th Ave & Metro Dr SW
Bus
30th Ave & Manawa Center Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lake Manawa
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lake Manawa, Council Bluffs sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Lake Manawa, Council Bluffs over the last 12 months is $319,720, up 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,917
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,900
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,066
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
