About the neighborhood

Ackworth offers a tranquil neighborhood with a slower-paced atmosphere and low traffic noise levels. The area features predominantly single detached homes and townhouses, including spacious three and four-bedroom options. Residents benefit from convenient parking availability, making vehicle access simple and efficient. Although most daily needs require transportation by car, this enhances the peaceful, calm environment. The community enjoys access to a selection of nearby restaurants, complementing the quiet and relaxed surroundings. Housing development has grown steadily since 2000, reflecting the neighborhood’s continuous appeal. Overall, Ackworth provides a serene setting with comfortable and roomy living spaces.

Characteristics

Transportation

Traveling by car is especially convenient in Ackworth. It is very easy to park. It is very inconvenient for pedestrians to move around in this city as almost no common errands can be run without a vehicle. Ackworth is also not very cycling-friendly since there are very few bike lanes, and the area is not very flat.

Services

Ackworth does not have any high schools or primary schools. When it comes to food, it is very rarely possible for house buyers in this part of the Greater Des Moines metropolitan area to reach the closest grocery store as pedestrians. There are a few restaurants in Ackworth.

Character

Home buyers who prefer a relaxed atmosphere will enjoy Ackworth. Ackworth is very good for those who like quiet surroundings, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic.

Car friendly9.2

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly1.2

Unsuitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly0.8

Other transportation modes are needed to reach day-to-day needs

Restaurants3.2

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries0.6

Few or no groceries within a short drive

Shopping1.4

Few or no shops within a short drive