$369,660Average Value$208Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Numbers reflect demand and growth around Southern Hills
Southern Hills is a 3-square-mile suburban neighborhood about 6 miles south of Downtown Lincoln. Its closest neighbors are Porter Ridge, one-half mile south and Williamsburg Village to the east. Southern Hills looks like a quiet South Lincoln suburban neighborhood. And it is. But what buyers can’t see right away is what captures their attention soon enough.
Within a 5-mile radius, homebuyers will find impressive features: 15 highly rated public and private schools, 12 city of Lincoln parks, 10 grocery stores, three golf courses, two wildlife management areas and one brand new casino. Saul Bakewell, Realtor with Nebraska Realty for over 10 years explains, “Lincoln offers so many advantages to home buyers, and each area is distinctive from the next. South Lincoln is defined by steady growth and expansion over the past 20 years. But it has picked up speed recently with Williamsburg Village, some new public schools and the new casino. This growth has brought first-time homebuyers and fans of midcentury homes to Southern Hills. So, many houses in the neighborhood are getting updated and renovated, which increases their value, and that of the overall neighborhood.”
Southern Hills homes have large shade trees.
SouthPointe Pavilions is a popular shopping location in Southern Hills and greater area.
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Entirely residential, Southern Hills shows off midcentury homes
Southern Hills features about 270 single-family homes, with a median construction year of 1991. Homes are slightly larger than the national average, at about 2,100 square feet. Buyers will find several home styles, including split-level, split-entry and New Traditional homes. Homes in Southern Hills generally sell within one week, faster than in many surrounding communities in Lincoln. Split-level homes from the 1980s and ‘90s that are ready for updating or renovating have recently sold from about $250,000 to $350,000. New Traditional homes have recently sold from about $300,000 to $400,000.
Ranch style homes are a popular home style in the Southern Hills neighborhood.
Split level homes are found throughout the Southern Hills neighborhood.
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Lincoln Public Schools reflect growth in and around Porter Ridge
Students in Southern Hills can attend Lincoln Public Schools, which Niche rates an A-minus. Niche also ranks it as the No. 1 school district in Lancaster County. Cavett Elementary has an A-minus grade from Niche and is rated the No. 9 best public school in Lincoln. Niche gives Scott Middle an A grade. Southwest High, built in 2001, receives an A from Niche. It’s adjacent to Wilderness Park, allowing students to participate in outdoor classroom experiences.
Scott Middle School serves students in grades 6-8.
Southwest High School serves grades 9-12.
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Nearby parks offer paved trails and open green space
Even though Southern Hills has no parks inside its boundaries, outdoor recreation is easy to access. Tierra Williamsburg Park is a city-run mini-park a mile north of the neighborhood. At less than an acre, the park offers benches, a playground and direct access to the Tierra Williamsburg Trail. The trail is 3 miles long, runs alongside a nearby creek at points along the way and links north to Tierra Brianhurst Park. Porter Park is a 12-acre city park in the southwest corner of the nearby Porter Ridge neighborhood. Surrounded on four sides by homes, it offers basketball courts, picnic shelters, a large playground and paved walking paths.
Southern Hills residents have easy access to green outdoor spaces
Southern Hills is located near Wilderness Park.
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SouthPointe Pavilions is the shopping and dining hub of Southern Hills
Just south of Southern Hills is SouthPointe Pavilions, an outdoor shopping mall featuring beauty, clothing and furniture retailers, including Amish Furniture of Nebraska, Bath & Body Works and J. Crew. Fast food options include Chili’s, Charred Burger & Bar and Chick-fil-A. Von Maur department store is an anchor at SouthPointe Pavilions. Locals head to Trader Joe’s at the mall or Super Saver at 27th Street and Pine Lake Road for groceries. South Pointe Cinema offers eight theaters, a casual lounge for dining before or after showings, and pre-order fast-food dining options. On the land of the former Horseman’s Park race track, the new 56-acre WarHorse Casino opened in August 2024, just west of Highway 77. The casino and race track offer sports betting, horse racing simulcasts and slot machines 2 miles west of Salt Valley View. Phase Two is expected to open around April 2025 with expanded dining options.
Southern Hills can shop at SouthPointe Pavilions, one of the largest shopping centers in town.
Southern Hills residents visit Marcus South Pointe Cinema for weekend entertainment.
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With more than 10 museums in Lincoln, there’s plenty to discover in every direction
In July and August, the Capital Jazz Society Summer Concert Series takes place on South 13th Street, featuring local and regional favorites, including the Jim Williamson Trio. The Great Plains Art Museum hosts exhibits ranging from paintings and photography to pottery and fiber arts. Their recent black-and-white photography exhibit by Charles W. Guildner showcased images of ranches, farms and small communities across the Midwest during the 1800s.
Southern Hills residents have easy access to the public transportation system.
SouthPointe Pavilions is a popular shopping location in Southern Hills and greater area.
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While most residents drive, Star Tran offers bus routes into downtown
Southern Hills is located 6 miles south of Lincoln and less than one-half mile from Nebraska Parkway, making driving to downtown or city employers easy. Star Tran buses serve downtown and offer about eight stops along Old Cheney Road and Pine Lake Road. Lincoln Airport is 12 miles north of Southern Hills. Drivers can make the trip via Highway 77 in less than 30 minutes. While residents walk and bike for recreation within the neighborhood, car travel is still the most popular mode of transportation. With plentiful bike lanes and trails, residents can easily ride the 6 miles to and from Wilderness Park.
Southern Hills’ overall CAP Index crime score is 2 (on a scale of 1 to 10), while a score of 4 is the U.S. average.
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Parks in this Area
Wilderness Park
Transit
Airport
Lincoln
19 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southern Hills
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Southern Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southern Hills, Lincoln sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Southern Hills, Lincoln over the last 12 months is $782,000.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$610,995
Median Sale Price
$782,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$357,495
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$208
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
268
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1991
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,095
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
617
Median Age
48
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$101,013
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$123,974
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
54.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.8%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
29''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
64/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
24/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
