The Courtyards at Shadow Creek - Clive, IA

About The Courtyards at Shadow Creek

The Courtyards at Shadow Creek is an active adult community in Clive, Iowa. Overseen by Epcon Communities, this neighborhood offers homebuyers modern amenities along with various social clubs and events. The Courtyards at Shadow Creek includes 91 single-family homes – a comfortable size to cultivate a close-knit community – and a clubhouse featuring a beautiful pool and patio area. Located within the Des Moines metropolitan area in the quiet town of Clive, Iowa, The Courtyards at Shadow Creek offers the perfect location for residents to take advantage of big-city perks while enjoying a peaceful small-town lifestyle.

The Courtyards at Shadow Creek Amenities

The Courtyards at Shadow Creek offers a rich assortment of amenities for residents to enjoy. A 3,700-square-foot clubhouse serves as a social hub in the community with a private gathering space, full gourmet kitchen, and living room area complete with comfortable couches, a TV, and a fireplace. The clubhouse also includes an exercise center with state-of-the-art equipment, allowing residents to keep up a fitness routine without hassle. Just outside the clubhouse, a large swimming pool and its adjoining patio space serves as the ideal spot to lounge outside and enjoy the sun.

The Courtyards at Shadow Creek Homes & Real Estate

Epcon has built 91 single-family homes in The Courtyards at Shadow Creek. Homebuyers can choose from six different floor plans that range in size from 1,330 to 2,930 square feet with two to three bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, and an attached two-car garage. These ranch-style homes are designed for single-story living, though options for a second-level bonus suite or a basement are available.

Each model comes standard with a spacious owner’s suite and a private courtyard, and plenty of optional features are available, including covered or screened-in porches, decorative fountains, and four seasons sunrooms. Homebuyers also have the freedom to personalize their home with hundreds of finish options.

The Courtyards at Shadow Creek Lifestyle

The Courtyards at Shadow Creek provides residents with a low-maintenance lifestyle, giving homeowners more time to enjoy their community. A homeowners’ association takes care of chores such as lawn care, snow removal, and garbage pickup as well as maintenance of the clubhouse.

As the community expands, residents will have access to daily, weekly, and monthly social events. Homeowners can get together at the community clubhouse and take part in social clubs and events. Planned activities so far include a card club, walking club, and wine and cheese events.

Surrounding Area

Residents of The Courtyards at Shadow Creek are conveniently located just a short drive away from Hy-Vee and Fareway grocery stores. For broader shopping needs, Walmart Supercenter is about a 15-minute drive away. Popular restaurants in the area include Kue’d Smokehouse, John & Nick's Steak & Prime Rib, and Shanghai.

Just 15 miles away from the community, Downtown Des Moines offers endless options for entertainment and dining. Residents can peruse the farmers market, see a concert at the Iowa State Fair, or behold exotic plants at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Historical institutions and museums like the Salisbury House, the Des Moines Art Center, and the State Historical Museum of Iowa also make fun day trips.

Medical services are provided to the community by Mercy Medical Center and Methodist West Hospital, both about six miles away. For air travel, Des Moines International Airport is about twenty miles away. Offering a low-maintenance lifestyle and quality amenities in a great location, The Courtyards at Shadow Creek is a premier community for active adults in Clive, IA.