Ford Birthsite
Neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska
Douglas County 68105
From Victorians to Craftsman, original architecture reigns supreme
Many properties in the area are original architecture from the late 19th century leading into the 20th. Homes sit closely together on the residential streets, concrete steps leading up along the gentle hills that head the front yards. There’s quite a variety of architectural styles, but this neighborhood has several picturesque frames, seen in the influence of Victorian and Queen Anne homes. With turrets and the classic decorative embellishments over the porches, these add an air of whimsy and share space with compact bungalows and the ever-classic Craftsman. Some townhouses and condos were mixed in during the mid-19th century, and it’s rare to see contemporary housing in Ford Birthsite. Two and three-bedroom homes start at around $250,000, and can easily surpass $300,000 if larger or having seen heavy restoring. The rare modern townhouse spikes up to around $400,000.
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A sprawling and abundant green space
A large portion of the neighborhood is engulfed by Hanscom Park. At 58 acres, this green space has plenty to explore, with scenic walking trails that wind throughout to lead to different areas. At the south of the park is an indoor tennis court complex and an outdoor pool, while the north has a dedicated dog play area and disc golf course. People lounge by the pond and kids run around the large playground – due to its central location, it’s easy to walk to from nearly all residential streets.
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On the pathway to Central High
Ford Birthsite is served by the district of Omaha Public Schools, and children can start their education at Jackson Elementary, graded with an overall C-minus on Niche and a B-plus for diversity. Jackson Elementary participates in the Dual Language Mission, focusing on helping students learn two or more languages in the classroom. Children move on to Norris Middle, graded with another C-minus, before finishing basic education at Central High. Central High receives an overall B-plus from Niche and an A for athletics and college prep, making it into the top 50 of Nebraska's best public high schools.
Getting downtown on I-480
The neighborhood is bordered by the major thoroughfare of Interstate 480, which is crucial to zipping around Omaha and getting residents downtown in less than 10 minutes. The Omaha metro bus system has several stops on the main road of Park Avenue, and it connects to downtown Omaha and outlying suburbs.Park Avenue, supporting the local
Most residents head to Park Avenue when it's time to run their weekly errands or meet up with friends for a meal. There are several big-name essential stops in nearby Leavenworth, such as Supermercado Nuestra Familia, the YMCA, national banks and more. Ford Birthsite excels in supporting local businesses to highlight its community's personality. People pop into Endless Trail Bike Shop to scout out their newest set of wheels, sit down at Taqueria El Alteño 2 for some of the most flavorful tacos the area has to offer and pick up pastries from International Bakery.
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Written By
Kaitie Lamb
Photography Contributed By
Kevin Franz
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jenn Hellman-Bennett
Jenn Hellman-Bennett
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
(531) 301-8325
133 Total Sales
1 in Ford Birthsite
$359,730 Price
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Tim Reeder
Tim Reeder
Better Homes and Gardens R.E.
(712) 217-3607
216 Total Sales
5 in Ford Birthsite
$130K - $388K Price Range
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Christopher Beaton
Christopher Beaton
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
(531) 233-3308
81 Total Sales
1 in Ford Birthsite
$116,000 Price
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Lisa Zimmerman
Lisa Zimmerman
Better Homes and Gardens R.E.
(531) 999-6190
173 Total Sales
6 in Ford Birthsite
$90K - $730K Price Range
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Milt Schneider
Milt Schneider
Nebraska Realty
(531) 200-7022
258 Total Sales
4 in Ford Birthsite
$150K - $295K Price Range
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Sarah Maier Pavel
Sarah Maier Pavel
Better Homes and Gardens R.E.
(531) 541-5657
330 Total Sales
1 in Ford Birthsite
$364,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Columbus Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Hanscom Park
Hanscom Dog Park
Dewey Park
Leavenworth Park
Dewey Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Tennis
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Ford Birthsite | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Ford Birthsite Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ford Birthsite, Omaha sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Ford Birthsite, Omaha over the last 12 months is $275,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$295,000
Median Sale Price
$275,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$289,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$403,130
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$169
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
242
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1905
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,693
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,588
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,340
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,280 - $2,130 per month
- Square Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 593+ Sq Ft
- 3021 Leavenworth St
- Omaha, NE
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,424
Median Age
32
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$41,283
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,788
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.1%
% Population in Labor Force
70.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Columbus Park
A mixed-use community near downtown Omaha that’s known for its affordability
Hanscom Park
Historic suburban Omaha embraced by two major highways
Leavenworth
Architecturally diverse neighborhood bordering downtown Omaha
Downtown Omaha
Booming Downtown Omaha welcomes an $8 billion-dollar makeover
Midtown Omaha
Historic, eclectic and iconic Midtown offers plenty of residential options
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