The city of Storm Lake, Iowa gained its name from (big surprise) the lake, where it is claimed that a local trapper experienced a severe storm. If that's not an original way to name a town, then what is?
The city of Storm Lake -- which has around four square miles of land mass and a population of just over 10,000 people -- resides in Buena Vista County, in Iowa
The city of Storm Lake, Iowa gained its name from (big surprise) the lake, where it is claimed that a local trapper experienced a severe storm. If that's not an original way to name a town, then what is?
The city of Storm Lake -- which has around four square miles of land mass and a population of just over 10,000 people -- resides in Buena Vista County, in Iowa. Residents aren't far from big-name foods -- Sara Lee Corporation and Tyson Foods are among the major employers in the area. The city rests on the banks of a large expanse of water, also known as Storm Lake, which acts as the city's namesake.
The good news is that even in a beautiful location such as Storm Lake, renting is still very affordable. The cost of living here is well below that of the state and national averages, and the cost of renting accommodations is a real deal and a true steal! Welcome to Storm Lake!
How Long Will it Take?
Together with the fact that there's plenty of rental availability and the demand in the area for a home for rent is not overly high, Storm Lake affords you plenty of time to find exactly what you need. But you don't need plenty of time. Just a couple of weeks should be enough, irrespective of whether you're intent on apartment rentals or an apartment complex, or even if you'd prefer a shack by the side of the lake.
There's no escaping that many of Storm Lake's residents relocate here on account of the gorgeous expanse of water on the western edge of the city, which is also named Storm Lake. After all, who would say no to living in a place overlooking a pristine, extensive pond? No matter which section of Storm Lake you live in, this is a combination of tranquility and beauty at its very finest.
Lake Avenue: Situated very close to the lake, as the name would perhaps suggest, and also not far from the local hospital or downtown, Lake Avenue makes for an excellent spot for a studio apartment in Storm Lake.
Ontario Street: Offering a very healthy WalkScore of 80 from 100 and in close proximity to six schools and four restaurants -- including Boz-Wellz on Erie Street, which serves new-style American, and La Junita on Lake Avenue, which cooks up Mexican fare -- Ontario Street provides the perfect location in many respects!
West 6th Street: Just six blocks from the lake, West 6th Street grants its residents easy access to seven schools and seven restaurants. The crime rating for the neighborhood is a perfect zero.
A business route off U.S. Route 71, which travels north to south through the county, provides the main road access to the city. For those who enjoy the feeling of the wind in their hair, there are a few cycling and walking trails in the city, which travel part of the distance around the lake.
Kings Pointe, which you can find on East Lakeshore Drive, can offer a full day's entertainment in the form of water! The indoor and outdoor water parks afford a variety of slides and water-based playgrounds to pursue. Once you've built up an appetite, simply visit the Sara Lee Snack Shack, also located at Kings Pointe, as a way to refuel for the next round of adventure!
The Living Heritage Tree museum makes for the perfect day out for all the tree huggers in town. The heritage is actually a park that offer a variety of walkways, some of which afford fantastic views over the lake. With respect to eateries in the small city of Storm Lake, you'll find Boz-Wellz Pub and Eaterie over on Erie St. It provides a whole variety of edibles, including Italian-style (as in pizza and pasta), steak, seafood, chicken, salads, and a fine selection of desserts. La Juanita, a Mexican joint on Lake Avenue, serves up great food at a great price. Does eating taco get any better than that?
If you'd prefer to go light on the food, but heavy on the coffee, check out the Grand Central Coffee Station on West 5th Street. Here you'll find the very best lattes!
