Council Bluffs, Iowa SperlingViews

It's been a few years since I lived in CB, but we visit there several times a year. I was surprised to learn that the grain elevators and casinos were moved to the middle of town or maybe the middle of town is now Lake Manawa or at least the shores of the Missouri River. Both bodies of water are an asset to the whole area and are frequented by people from Omaha. The surrounding hill country is beautiful with many hills, valleys, and great views which is why so many Nebraska fans have moved east across the river. The commute to downtown Omaha is much easier when approached from the Iowa side. Nebraska taxes are so much greater that more people in Iowa can afford those $250.000 houses with the big lawns and friendly, clean neighbors. Golf memberships are available with many opportunities for others to play also. CB is a great place! The weather is also better than in many parts of the US.

There are railroads running through many parts of the city, but they played both a financial and historical role in developing the city. Perhaps the early city planners should have not allowed residential development so close to the tracks. I never lived closer than one block away from the tracks but still love the the sound of the "country on the move." Also, many thanks to the public school teachers who prepared me so well for a fine education at one of our state universities.

Remember, when purchasing your home it's all about location. If a person is so unhappy with their community and what it lacks, I'd suggest moving.

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low - 3/12/2010

here in council bluffs iowa, we have low crime rate. There have been an increase in shopping areas in the last 2 years and lots of new resturants and three casinos. It is a friendly place to live.[read more...]

Negative people have negative visions. - 5/20/2007

It's been a few years since I lived in CB, but we visit there several times a year. I was surprised to learn that the grain elevators and casinos were moved to the middle of town or maybe the middle of town is now Lake Manawa or at least the shores of the Missouri River. Both bodies of water are an asset to the whole area and are frequented by people from Omaha. The surrounding hill country is beautiful with many hills, valleys, and great views which is why so many Nebraska fans have moved east across the river. The commute to downtown Omaha is much easier when approached from the Iowa side. Nebraska taxes are so much greater that more people in Iowa can afford those $250.000 houses with the big lawns and friendly, clean neighbors. Golf memberships are available with many opportunities for others to play also. CB is a great place! The weather is also better than in many parts of the US. There are railroads running through many parts of the city, but they played both a financial and historical role in developing the city. Perhaps the early city planners should have not allowed residential development so close to the tracks. I never lived closer than one block away from the tracks but still love the the sound of the "country on the move." Also, many thanks to the public school teachers who prepared me so well for a fine education at one of our state universities. Remember, when purchasing your home it's all about location. If a person is so unhappy with their community and what it lacks, I'd suggest moving. [read more...]