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Keystone

Keystone

Suburban Neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska

Douglas County 68134
$271,041 Average Value
$255 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Home to the only 24/7 Christmas-themed bar in Omaha

Developed mainly in the 1950s and 60s, Keystone is a suburb full of intergenerational families. Rob Rutar, the owner of Rudy's Bar — the only 24/7 Christmas-themed bar in Omaha — says it's the kind of place he dreamed about living in High School. "There are a lot of older, nice homes here. Not mansions, just nice homes on big lots here with big trees," he says. "It's a crazy kind of twisty and turny neighborhood whereas the majority of Omaha is set up on a grid system." Rutar describes Keystone as a "floating island" as most retail and shopping options are outside the neighborhood but still close. People here work all kinds of jobs and, true to small-town living, run into each other often. "I'll have bankers and insurance guys sitting right next to mechanics and people who work from basement waterproofing places, and everyone gets along."
Split level home in Keystone provides little more room than a typical two-story home.
Split level home in Keystone provides little more room than a typical two-story home.
Find beautiful updated Cottage homes in Keystone.
Find beautiful updated Cottage homes in Keystone.
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The pub crawl ends at Rudy's Bar

Rudy’s, on Maple Street, is always alight with festive decor no matter the time of year. It’s one of the small neighborhood bars along the borders of Keystone. The local pub crawl, which just began last year, was organized by local Realtor Linda Bischof Carpenter. It will end at Rudy’s but the bus the community hired takes them to all the pubs in the area. “Our residents try to support our local establishments as much as possible. That's what this bar crawl is about. They support us and we support them." For breakfast, lunch, brunch, and bottomless cups of coffee, locals head to Keystone Kafe on Military Avenue. Their salted caramel French toast is a favorite and the vintage atmosphere, complete with checkerboard floors, is inviting. “What’s amazing is the customers — most are from the neighborhood,” says Deb Jensen, the general manager.

Keystone cottages and ranch-styles

There isn't new development, but rather a lot of remodeling happening in Keystone as people move in and sometimes back to the area. "We raised our family in the same home I was raised in. We find that very common here," Bischof Carpenter says. "I just sold a house to a third generation — a cute young couple in the neighborhood whose parents and grandparents all live in Keystone." She describes the market here as eclectic. "There is a wide range of price points, and we are seeing — on average — 90 homes sold annually." A 1960s ranch-style home with room for love and care might begin around $170,000 in Keystone; an updated cottage with a wraparound porch for $370,000; and a remodeled midcentury modern ranch-style house may cost around $560,000. Prices rarely climb higher than that.
Bungalows are great for first-time home buyers in Keystone.
Bungalows are great for first-time home buyers in Keystone.
Ranch homes in Keystone are a great place for new small families.
Ranch homes in Keystone are a great place for new small families.
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School scholarships funded by the Neighborhood Association

Students are served by Omaha Public Schools. Homes are zoned to the neighborhood elementary schools and Morton Middle. The elementary schools are Adams Elementary School and Boyd Elementary School. After Morton Middle, students either attend Omaha Northwest Magnet High School or Benson Magnet High School. Aside from Benson, which earns a B-minus rating, these schools all score a C from Niche. The volunteer neighborhood association, the Keystone Community Task Force, creates a scholarship fund with proceeds from their bi-annual Chili Feed that benefits the neighborhood high school students.
Boyd Elementary School teaches around 500 students a year.
Boyd Elementary School teaches around 500 students a year.
Boyd Elementary School in the center of the Keystone neighborhood.
Boyd Elementary School in the center of the Keystone neighborhood.
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Laps at Keystone Klub Swimming Pool

Starting in Democracy Park, the Keystone Trail runs along the neighborhood's western border, following the Little Papillion Creek south. It travels nearly 30 miles, ending at Haworth Park in neighboring Bellevue. Keystone Park is at the heart of the neighborhood, offering a playground, a tennis court and a site for events like the summer concert in the park and a pickleball tournament. Keystone Klub Swimming Pool is there when locals want to swim laps. There's also a sports complex and two golf courses outside the neighborhood.
Democracy Park has a playground great for kids' meetups.
Democracy Park has a playground great for kids' meetups.
Burn some calories at the Keystone Trail in Keystone Park.
Burn some calories at the Keystone Trail in Keystone Park.
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Westroads Mall is 3 miles south

Conveniently located near highways 133 and 64, and with Interstate 680 less than 3 miles away, Keystone provides easy access to the rest of Omaha and beyond. Most residents drive as the area isn't super walkable, but the Omaha Metro does run buses through the area, creating commuting options to nearby shops and downtown. Bus stops line the highways as do the local pubs and taverns. There is a Target on 73rd Plaza and a Walmart Supercenter for groceries and other essentials on 99th Street – both are just 2 miles from Keystone. Westroads Mall is 3 miles south, off Nicholas Street, with popular chains like Dick's Sporting Goods and Aerie and an AMC Theatre.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Eppley Airfield

19 min drive

Bus

Templeton Dr & Fort SW

Bus

72nd & Pinkney NW

Bus

78th & Maple NE

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85th & 84th & Templeton Dr SW

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83rd & Templeton Dr SW

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Keystone Dr & Maple NE

Bus

72nd & Pratt NW

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Keystone US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Keystone Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$529,000
Median Sale Price
$339,133
Median Single Family Sale Price
$474,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$650,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,771
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
9.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,676
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,630
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Aug 3
    11am - 1pm

    7517 Graceland Dr, Omaha, NE 68134

    $250,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,210 Sq Ft
    • 7517 Graceland Dr
    • New 7 days ago

    Welcome home to this cozy and charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home situated on an oversized corner lot! Inside, you'll find a comfortable layout with a finished basement, perfect for additional living space, home office, or guest area. The outdoor patio offers a great space for entertaining or relaxing evenings. One of the standout features is the massive heated garage/shop space—offering room for

    Shari Thomas NP Dodge RE Sales Inc 148Dodge

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  • Sunday, Aug 3
    2 - 4pm

    8127 Meredith Ave, Omaha, NE 68134

    $299,999

    • 4 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 2,032 Sq Ft
    • 8127 Meredith Ave

    Now vacant and ready for new memories, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath 2-story home sits in the heart of Omaha’s Keystone neighborhood — a central location known for its quiet streets, strong community feel, and quick access to schools, shopping, parks, and major roads. The home features a 1-car garage with extra driveway and curbside parking, a large backyard with a concrete patio, and recent updates

    Guillermo Sarmiento-Herrera BHHS Ambassador Real Estate

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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
5,385
Median Age
44
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$66,610
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,479

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.9%
Advanced Degrees
12.7%
% Population in Labor Force
71.1%
Above the national average
65.1%

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®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

26 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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