One-of-a-Kind Community
THE AGRIHOOD
// Thoughtful Living //
THE MIDDLEBROOK COMMUNITY
The Middlebrook Lofts are located in the heart of the Agrihood, just steps from Cumming’s new town center and historic Main Street. With live music, workshops, and farm-focused events happening year-round, the Lofts offer modern living at the center of a lively, outdoor-focused community. A small enough community to bike or walk to everything, a big enough community to meet your needs.
OUTDOOR AMENITIES
Middlebrook Meadow
2 Minute Walk
A 50+ acre nature preserve, featuring 1.5 miles of walking trails, native grasses and flowers, and (soon) friendly grazing farm animals. This scenic meadow serves as a connecting point between Middlebrook, the Great Western Bike Trail, and Wilson’s Orchard and Farm.
Middlebrook FARM AND COMMUNITY GARDEN
2 Minute Walk
Middlebrook’s two-acre garden offers organic produce, you-pick flowers, and free-range chickens. Residents can relax on the grounds or in the high-tunnel patio year-round and get first choice of community garden plots.
MAYOR TOM BECKER PARK
10 Minute Walk
A unique park with an agriculture-themed playground, open spaces, and inviting landscaping. Features include two-story slides, windmill climbing structures, play tractors, inclusive swings, a walking loop, benches, picnic pavilion, parking, and seasonal restrooms and drinking fountains.
Great western bike trail
Out Your Back Door
Miles of bike trails connecting you north to Des Moines and south to Martensdale are steps from you door.
WILSON'S ORCHARD AND FARM
10 Minute Walk
Wilson’s all-in-one facility features a cider bar, restaurant, bakery, and farm market, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating plus a private event space. The 70+ acre you-pick polyculture farm includes fruit trees, berries, pumpkins, flowers, vegetables, a play barn, and seasonal events.
FRIDAYS AT THE FARM
1 Minute Walk
Kick off your weekend with live music every Friday from mid-May to mid-September, 4:30 PM–7:30 PM on the Middlebrook Farmhouse’s front porch. Enjoy great tunes alongside food trucks, local vendors, fresh produce, the Wine Wagen, gaga ball, soccer, and good company.
WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
2 Minute Walk
Middlebrook offers seasonal farm-focused classes and workshops, from hands-on gardening to seasonal cooking. These classes are designed to share practical skills and inspire a deeper connection to the land.
FARM-TO-TABLE DINNERS
2 Minute Walk
Throughout the summer, Middlebrook hosts farm-to-table dinners featuring seasonal produce grown on-site, paired with Capital Call Vintners wines and local craft beers—all curated by acclaimed guest chefs.
FOOD, BEVERAGE, & SHOPS
In addition to all the below, Main Street is growing! Ask on your apartment tour what new business are planning to open shop that might not be included here yet!
Middlebrook MERCANTILE
2 Minute Walk
Built in 1900, this restored one-room schoolhouse now serves as the heart Middlebrook, just as it once was for the town of Cumming. The Merc features a full espresso bar, craft cocktails, specialty wines, local beer, grab-and-go eats, and locally made goods and groceries.
MIDDLEBROOK FARM STAND
2 Minute Walk
Need fresh produce? Head over to the Middlebrook Farm Stand for self service seasonal produce, flowers, and free-range eggs grown on-site in the town production garden.
IOWA DISTILLING COMPANY
Across the Street
Iowa Distilling Company, one of the first micro-distilleries in the state, crafts small-batch spirits with a focus on quality and local ingredients. Known for their smooth whiskey, gin, and vodka, they offer a unique taste of Iowa’s craft distilling scene. Food trucks and live music often.
CUMMING TAP
Across the Street
The quintessential small-town dive bar—no frills, no fuss. Just cold drinks, a pool table, TVs for the game, and good company. Cash only, just like the good old days. Live music and food trucks often.
THE FARMSTAND BY MANASTASH MERCANTILE
In the Lofts Building
Located in one of the new main street suites, the Farmstand by Manastash Mercantile is a thoughtfully curated boutique blending town and country style with a focus on quality over quantity.
REESE MARIE SALON
In the Lofts Building
Located in one of the new main street suites, Reese Marie, an Aveda salon, and will be the spot to go for cuts, color, styling and more in Cumming.
WILSON'S ORCHARD AND FARM
10 Minute Walk
Wilson’s all-in-one destination includes a cider bar, restaurant, bakery, and farm market, with ample indoor and outdoor seating and a private event space. Enjoy wood-fired pizzas, burgers, farm-to-table dishes, and a wide selection of ciders, beers, and wines.
STARBUCKS, CASEY'S, HY-VEE FAST AND FRESH
5 Minute Walk
Located just off I-35 and Cumming Ave/G14, this growing commercial area offers convenient access to gas, coffee, grab-and-go meals, and light groceries.
TED LARE GARDEN CENTER
A Short Drive
Right outside the Agrihood, Ted Lare is your go-to for apartment-ready plants. Bonus: a stroll through their greenhouses is the perfect mini getaway or take a plant-focused workshop on a weeknight.