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Living in Arbor Peaks, Des Moines, IA

Arbor Peaks Area Facts

  • Arbor Peaks has a Livability Score of 84/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Arbor Peaks crime rates are 136% higher than the Des Moines average
  • Cost of living in Arbor Peaks is 6% higher than the Des Moines average
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Arbor Peaks? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Chamberlain Park
      Reichardt Natural Play Area
      John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park
      Western Gateway Park
      Carpenter Square
      Lynne Cutler Park
      Drake Park
      Gray's Lake Park

      Entertainment

      Lauridsen Amphitheater
      Hoyt Sherman Place
      Salisbury House
      Temple Theater
      Kum & Go Theater
      Black Cultural Center
      La Casa Cultural Center
      The Varsity Cinema

      Food & Drink

      Jimmy John's
      Abelardo's Mexican Restaurant
      Taco John's
      Panchero's
      Pita Pit
      Firehouse Subs
      Alpine Tap Room
      Big Tomato Pizza Company

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Arbor Peaks? Of all people who commute, 2.8% take public transportation in Arbor Peaks.
      Drive to Work
      88%

      7% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      2% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Arbor Peaks a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Iowa Lutheran Hospital
      Broadlawns Medical Center
      MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
      Iowa Methodist Medical Center
      Mercy Beaverdale Medical Clinic
      Mercy Franklin Center
      VA Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Medicap Pharmacy
      Target Pharmacy
      Price Chopper Pharmacy
      Broadlawns Medical Center Pharmacy
      Hy-Vee Pharmacy
      Price Chopper Pharmacy
      Bauder Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      Dr. Nick Palmer/Jim Ellefson Free Medical Clinic
      Central Iowa Neurology PC
      Whole Health Chiropractic
      The Livewell Clinic
      Foot & Ankle Institute
      MercyOne Des Moines Neurosurgery & Spine Care
      Bergman Plastic Surgery
      Des Moines Pediatric & Adolescent Clinic