Hawley brings together modern and historic Lincoln, right near the heart of town. The area has many of the oldest existing homes in the city, some built in the late 19th century. They’re all minutes from the ever-evolving University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus and a trendy mix of restaurants and other businesses.
Early 1900s architecture is prevalent in Hawley, including Craftsman-style bungalows and American Foursquare designs. The city of Lincoln has incentivized the renovation and preservation of many of these properties through its Hawley Historic Restoration Program, which grants up to $50,000 per home for improvement projects. “The city has started doing more investing to [create] a bigger draw to the area,” says Meranda Wente, a local Realtor at Home Real Estate, who’s been selling homes for about six years.
Apartment complexes, townhomes and detached houses share the same blocks, and over 80% of people rent. When single-family properties hit the market, prices tend to range from the low $100,000s to the upper $200,000s. Townhouses, many of them built in the 2010s, sell from the low $200,000s to the mid-$300,000s. “Hawley is a great example of how urban neighborhoods can improve and thrive by creating a balance between old and new, historic and modern, and single-family and rental properties,” says Matt Kirkland, the owner of The Matt Kirkland Group and Giving Realty, with about 20 years of industry experience.
The Lincoln Public Schools system is highly rated, and some on the south end of Hawley are within walking distance of Elliott Elementary School. The music program at Elliott includes choir and instrument instruction, and students can participate in concerts. You and your family aren’t limited to options like Elliott, though — LPS offers flexibility through its magnet programs and open enrollment.
Hawley also offers quick commutes to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for older students. UNL’s City Campus is just about a mile away, close enough to walk or bike for many. The school is the largest in the state with 24,000 students, and is one of Lincoln’s largest employers.
Hawley’s intimate city blocks give way to Trago Park, on the west side of the neighborhood. The 8-acre space has a playground and a basketball court, plus plenty of grassy field space. Trago’s spacious splash pad provides a place for the kids to cool down in the summer. You can also access Lincoln’s Billy Wolff Trail and MoPac Trail West from the park, two paved paths that combine to cover more than 16 miles. The Billy Wolff Trail continues south through Trago Park and into the adjacent Union Plaza, a spot featuring decorative water features and an amphitheater. The annual Hub & Soul Music Concert Series puts on free monthly performances there from June through September.
Transportation choices in the Hawley area make it possible to get places without a car. There are bike lanes along P and Q streets, and neighborhood sidewalks make it easy to get around on foot. StarTran bus stops are everywhere, and UNL students can ride for free.
The Hub Café is one of the staples of Hawley’s diverse restaurant scene. Located in Union Plaza, The Hub emphasizes ingredients from Lincoln-area farmers in its variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes, from French toast to pork belly tacos. “They also host live music and different events there,” Wente says. The schedule includes concerts on Friday nights, open mic nights on the first and third Thursday of every month, and a farmers market held on Wednesday evenings from May through September. Other eateries include:
Matt Garner
Pinnacle Realty Group
(402) 796-6459
134 Total Sales
1 in Hawley
$158,500 Price
Russ Meyer
Nebraska Realty
(402) 858-1430
158 Total Sales
2 in Hawley
$263K - $325K Price Range
Laura Rhinehart
REMAX Concepts
(402) 875-9873
164 Total Sales
1 in Hawley
$172,000 Price
Meranda Wente
HOME Real Estate
(531) 229-0806
130 Total Sales
1 in Hawley
$163,500 Price
Kim Funk
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
(531) 229-0778
87 Total Sales
1 in Hawley
$285,000 Price
Jayson Becker
BancWise Realty
(531) 229-1361
193 Total Sales
2 in Hawley
$460K - $485K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hawley | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Hawley, Lincoln sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Hawley, Lincoln over the last 12 months is $250,000, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$266,500
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Median Sale Price
$250,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$210,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$308,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$207,750
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Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
17
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
25%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$139
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Number of Homes
340
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Number of Homes for Sale
1
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Median Year Built
1910
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Months of Supply
0.70
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,597
Below the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,438
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
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Number of Homes for Rent
10
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Median Rent
$730
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$760
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,895
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Median Condo Rent
$730
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Median 1 Bedroom Condo Rent
$813
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Total Population
2,930
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Median Age
31
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Population Density
17 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
10.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$45,618
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$60,631
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High School Graduates
84.5%
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College Graduates
41.3%
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Advanced Degrees
30%
Above the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
77.6%
Above the national average
64.9%
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Annual Precipitation
29''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
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Annual Snowfall
11''
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