Why is it Great to Live in Polk City, IA?

Discover the Activities, Entertainment and Advantages of Living in Polk City

Polk City, Iowa Location

Nestled in the heart of Iowa's lake country on the northern bounds of the Des Moines metro, Polk City combines the best of small-town outdoor living and big city convenience. The community’s population of just over 4,000 generates a family-friendly atmosphere, while numerous parks and recreational locations are perfect for an active lifestyle. Polk City is a just a short ten-minute drive from all the amenities Ankeny has to offer.

Polk City, Iowa Schools

Polk City is served by the North Polk Community School District. It has two elementary schools, North Polk West and North Polk Central Elementary; one middle school, North Polk Middle School; and one high school, North Polk Community High School.

Polk City, Iowa Community

Bordered by Saylorville Lake and Big Creek State Park, Polk City offers a diverse four-season playground sure to appeal to any outdoor enthusiast. Saylorville Lake is a 26,000-acre area that provides unlimited outdoor fun with two swimming beaches, a full-service marina, modern camping and picnic areas, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and more. On the western shore of Saylorville Lake, Jester Park also offers camping, horseback riding and golfing in a quiet country setting, just across the mile-long bridge from Polk City.

Other outdoor activities in town include the Neal Smith Bike Trail and Tournament Club of Iowa (TCI), a premier 18-hole, public golf course and residential community. TCI is an Arnold Palmer Signature Course available for private and corporate outings, general dining and catered events.

In addition to outdoor fun, Polk City has access to convenient shopping and retail locations, an arts center, restaurants and more.

If you lead an active lifestyle or are in search of a quiet community to raise your family, Polk City may be the best fit for you. Contact Ankeny Real Estate Group to learn more about homes available in Polk City.

Included below are homes for sale and real estate in Polk City, IA.

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Polk City December 10, 2023
45
Listed
137
Avg. DOM
$294.76
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$449,900
Med. List Price
45 Properties
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3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,055
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
3
Days on Site
686185
MLS
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,055
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
3
Days on Site
686188
MLS
5
Beds
1F23/411/2
Baths
2,058
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
24
Days on Site
685609
MLS
2
Beds
1F13/4
Baths
1,271
Sq.Ft.
2022
Year Built
24
Days on Site
685042
MLS
2
Beds
1F13/4
Baths
1,390
Sq.Ft.
2021
Year Built
24
Days on Site
685044
MLS
4
Beds
1F23/4
Baths
1,800
Sq.Ft.
2022
Year Built
25
Days on Site
685540
MLS
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,230
Sq.Ft.
2015
Year Built
26
Days on Site
685505
MLS
4
Beds
1F13/4
Baths
1,080
Sq.Ft.
1979
Year Built
41
Days on Site
684672
MLS
5
Beds
1F23/411/2
Baths
2,458
Sq.Ft.
2006
Year Built
42
Days on Site
684602
MLS
4
Beds
4F11/2
Baths
3,134
Sq.Ft.
2005
Year Built
46
Days on Site
684436
MLS
5
Beds
4F11/2
Baths
2,321
Sq.Ft.
2022
Year Built
46
Days on Site
684445
MLS
3
Beds
1F23/4
Baths
1,909
Sq.Ft.
1950
Year Built
49
Days on Site
684177
MLS