– The article discusses the top ten bikeable cities in Iowa, according to Redfin.
– It emphasizes the advantages of living in a bikeable city, citing health and environmental benefits.
– Redfin ranks Iowa City as the most bikeable city, with a score of 82 out of 100.
– Des Moines, the state’s capital city, isn’t too far behind with a score of 78.
– Smaller, idyllic cities such as Fairfield and Ames also make up the list, both with scores above 70.
– The article underscores the correlation between bikeability and real estate prices. Typically, more bikeable cities have higher housing prices.
– Yet, Iowa stands as an exception to this trend with its affordable housing market, despite its countless bike-friendly cities.
– The list includes lesser-known cities such as Decorah and Pella, demonstrating that bikeability isn’t limited to big cities.
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And there we have it – proof that you can have the best of both worlds in Iowa: an active, bike-friendly lifestyle and an affordable housing market that doesn’t require forking over your organs on the black market. It’s like finding out Santa Claus is real AND he’s your ultra-cool, second cousin, twice removed who happens to have an inexplicable fondness for carrot cake.
So, if you’re into the idea of pedaling your way to the local farmers market, library or home from a night out (because who seriously craves a kebab at 3 am?) and still want to dodge the wallet annihilation typically associated with city living—pack your bags and your bike helmet and prepare to fall in love with the corn belt state. Forget Cannes or The Hamptons, it’s all about Iowa, folks. Who knew it would take a bit of pedal power to uncover this gem? Not me, but here we are, living in a world where even Detour Michigan’s favorite pastime (no offense to our cornhole professionals) is influencing the housing market. What a time to be alive!
Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/most-bikeable-cities-in-iowa/
