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Fairfax is dedicated to preservation and activism
At first glance, home seekers might think that Fairfax is a quiet, turn-of-the-20th-century North Omaha urban neighborhood. They would be partly right. But behind its early 20th and midcentury homes is a thriving 2-square-mile community dedicated to preserving its own character. Fairfax not only offers homebuyers opportunities to own a historic house in north Omaha, but it also emphasizes its history through community investment and activism.
Fairfax was built in two phases—between 1906 and 1926 and then 1946 through 1956—during a period of rapid expansion in Omaha. Today, many of the original two- and three-bedroom cottages, bungalows, and small ranch-style homes still stand, as do a handful of Art Deco-style homes. The neighborhood was designed on a grid of straight streets with churches and grocery stores anchoring the four corners. Today’s buyers seek out Fairfax for both starter homes and investment properties.
Fairfax is completely residential, yet close enough to Downtown Omaha and other city amenities.
Savor culinary creativity at Veg.Edible near Fairfax.
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Modest-sized homes feature modern updates
Home sizes in Fairfax are manageable, ranging from about 1,100 to 1,500 square feet, and properties are often well-maintained or fully renovated. Two-bedroom cottages with many updates have recently sold from $113,000 to $125,000. Two-story Colonial-inspired homes have recently sold from $125,000 to $135,000. According to Mindy Martin, Realtor with BHHS Ambassador Real Estate, roughly half of the properties in the Fairfax area are owned as investment properties. “Rental properties are well-maintained and updated, and you won’t find many abandoned properties here. And thanks to several highly ranked Omaha public schools in the area, families with young children come to Fairfax if they’re looking for a modest size home.”
Fairfax is a small North Omaha neighborhood with rich history.
Older homes with a lot of charm can be found in Fairfax.
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Metro buses provide frequent trips to downtown Omaha
Omaha Metro buses have stops at 42nd and Pinkney Streets and 42nd and Pratt Streets. Bedford Avenue is just south of the neighborhood, with Metro bus stops about every two blocks. Fairfax is about four miles from downtown Omaha, so bus riders should allow about 30 minutes to get to their destination. With average morning and afternoon traffic, drivers will find their trip takes about 10 minutes.
Fairfax is completely residential, yet close enough to Downtown Omaha and other city amenities.
Neighbors young and old take advantage of all that Fontenelle Park has to offer.
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Omaha public schools welcome Fairfax students
Niche ranks Omaha Public Schools the most diverse district of 236 in Nebraska. Druid Hill Elementary, with a C-minus Niche grade, offers reading clubs, intramural basketball and instrumental and vocal music. Monroe Middle strives to cultivate civic pride and global awareness in its students. It also earns a C-minus grade from Niche. Benson High, with a B-minus Niche grade, focuses on three Career Academies -- Design and Construction, Business & Entrepreneurship, and Health Professions – while offering relevant curriculum and real-world applications.
Benson High School provides diversity and several career-oriented academies for students.
Intermediate students in Fairfax attend Monroe Middle School.
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Fontenelle Park is a historic gem steps from Fairfax
Although there are no city parks inside the boundaries of Fairfax, nearby 108-acre Fontenelle Park is a well-appointed and popular destination year-round. It has a natural lagoon that permits catch-and-release fishing, with walking trails surrounding and leading to the rest of the park. A sprayground is a favorite summer spot for local children on hot days.
Fairfax residents enjoy outdoor exercise at nearby Metcalfe Park.
Take a stroll around the lagoon, or enjoy a picnic at one of covered shelters in Fairfax.
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Southern-style restaurants and local shops delight neighbors
According to Realtor Martin, “There’s not much, if any, shopping and dining inside Fairfax, however, you don’t have to go far to find good restaurants and nearby retailers and services.” Southern Spoon, located in the heart of Fairfax at the corner of Ames Avenue and North 40th Street, serves classic southern fried chicken, barbequed ribs, catfish and cornbread.
Cajun Kitchen offers big tastes in a corner storefront on North 30th Street. The menu includes smoked ribs, homemade cheesecakes and jambalaya. A Walmart Supercenter on Saddle Creek Road has groceries, a pharmacy, a garden center and a gas station. Humble Jumble Thrift Store is a fun shopping venue and a community service of Holy Name Parish. The Beard and Mane on North 51st Street has a loyal following and reasonable prices.
Fried chicken and catfish, as well as oxtail, can be found at Southern Spoon on any given day.
Locals and visitors flock to Southern Spoon for the cafeteria-style southern staples.
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Houses of Worship and nearby parks anchor the community with events
Fairfax residents get the best of city living within walking distance of 108-acre Fontenelle Park. The historic city park offers a calendar of events, from the Fontenelle Family Fishing Frenzy in the summer and fall to sunset yoga on Thursday evenings in August, fun runs for kids, and Junior Lifeguard Camp for teens.
As the Rev. Carolyn Grice, pastor of New Life Presbyterian Church, explains, several churches in the city of Omaha are mission-driven and cater to the needs of nearby residents including worship in a different kind of setting when it's too hot to be indoors. “In the heat of the summer, we offer parking lot services under our outdoor canopy and we call our Sunday cookouts/garage sale a Nickel Sale because nothing costs more than five cents. The local health department comes in a couple of times a year to provide vaccines, and we spread the word to other churches in the area and offer buses to bring their parishioners here.”
Adjacent from Fairfax, Fontenelle Park offers paved walking trails and ample green space.
As one of Omaha's largest city parks, Fontenelle Park has something for everyone.
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Crime rates are higher than the national average
Fairfax has an overall CAP Index Crime Score of eight, which is higher than the national average of four. The index measures a neighborhood’s crime risk on an ascending scale of one to 10. Fairfax’s overall score is driven by scores of eight for homicide and seven for assault and robbery.
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Parks in this Area
Adams Park
Erskine Park
Fontenelle Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Churchich Park
Gallagher Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Pool
Lake James Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Transit
Airport
Eppley Airfield
15 min drive
Bus
42nd & Pinkney NW
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fairfax
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairfax, Omaha sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fairfax, Omaha over the last 12 months is $152,062, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Endless potential in the heart of Omaha! This vacant lot is a blank canvas ready for your next project! Have an idea of what to do with the lot? Connect with the City’s Urban Help Desk to make sure your plans align with local codes and zoning restrictions. Purchase process details are outlined in the attached documents—don’t miss your chance to bring your vision to life!
Endless potential in the heart of Omaha! This vacant lot is a blank canvas ready for your next project! Have an idea of what to do with the lot? Connect with the City’s Urban Help Desk to make sure your plans align with local codes and zoning restrictions. Purchase process details are outlined in the attached documents—don’t miss your chance to bring your vision to life!
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Robert Wertheim,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
491
Median Age
35
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$24,210
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,138
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.3%
College Graduates
11.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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