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Flying the tricolor in Omaha
Little Italy can trace its roots back to the late 1800s when many Italian immigrants came to the area, from Sicily or eastern American cities. “It’s one of the first established neighborhoods in Omaha,” says Paul Bauer, Realtor with KellerWilliams Elite. “It strives to have the essentials, to be a little version of an Italian city.” Today this community’s oak-lined streets retain the charm of the old west even as newer, contemporary townhouse and condo communities develop. The activities of the neighborhood revolve around long-standing institutions, from the family-owned Italian bakeries to the annual festivals that have traversed generations. While the make-up of the neighborhood is ever-changing, a walk down the narrow sidewalks will reveal that Il Tricolore – the national flag of Italy – is still proudly flown.
Bella Vita Apartments with street parking by nearby homes.
A row of Bungalow homes with small yards can be found in this neighborhood.
Little Italy offers many different homes like these townhomes.
Home with Italian flag
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Classic Italian aromas
The aromas of Italy welcome residents to this community’s local dining spots – where locals can choose from options like the signature steakhouse vibes of Cascio’s, a neighborhood staple since 1946, or Via Farina’s modern twist on classic Italian dishes. For authenticity, it’s hard to find a place that encapsulates Little Italy any more than Orsi’s Italian Bakery & Pizzeria. “It’s been family run for 103 years,” Bauer points out. Established in 1919 by patriarch Alfonoso Orsi, and family-run through the generations, this bakery continues to serve handmade Italian breads and pizzas, along with homemade Italian sausage and cured meats plus imported oils and vinegars, on the daily. Just outside the neighborhood, a wealth of coffee shops and cafes includes CTRL Coffee & Cereal Bar where gamers can sip coffee while playing retro Sega and Nintendo games, or head over to the low-key Archetype Coffee, where they roast their own beans in-house. Nearby the Family Fare Supermarket is a one-stop grocery shop, while in downtown, The Old Market is home to an assortment of retail, dining and brewery options and so much more.
Cascio's Steakhouse is a popular known restaurant for its steaks for residents and visitors.
Orsi's Italian Bakery restaurant is the best Italian restaurant in the neighborhood.
Inside of Orsi's Italian Bakery & Pizzeria with a resident ordering food.
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Santa Lucia Hall building entrance.
Celebrating the Old Country
Residents in Little Italy get up and about for festivities celebrating their heritage. “Santa Lucia Italian Festival, has been going on for almost 100 years – traditional cuisine, lots of fun, this event celebrates Omaha’s Italian heritage, and is a great opportunity just to explore the culture,” says Bauer. Echoing the festival of the same name celebrated in Carlentini, Sicily, it generally runs through the first weekend in August and is highlighted by a religious procession, and a bocce ball tournament. The annual La Festa Italiana is held a month later on Labor Day weekend and brings live music and the best of Italy’s cuisine to residents. It’s not uncommon to see the same people out at both festivals, since they’ve become a core part of this neighborhood’s story over the years. Just outside of Little Italy, the Admiral Theater hosts local performances as well as national and international touring acts in a classic 1920s-era space, while the Bluebarn Theatre is nationally recognized and has been publishing plays since the 1980s.
Old West housing meets new development
Low-slung craftsmen and Arts and Crafts four-square homes populate the tight oak-lined streets of Little Italy, often made tighter by the community’s on-street parking. These houses are older homes, with the median build year tracing back to 1911, and the mixture of design reflects the changing country of the times. To accommodate some of the hilly terrain, raised ranchers and exterior staircases are a common sight. However, modern townhouse communities and condos are beginning to replace these older homes. New contemporary designs and bold colors stand out from the older builds. “Just this last year there were apartment complexes that were built in that area, there’s a mixture of single-family and townhomes,” says Bauer. With a median sale price of $325,000, you can find older homes in the range of $100,000 to $250,000; while newer builds with modern amenities can sell for anywhere from $350,000 to $500,000. Houses go fast in this market, with properties selling within 16 days or so of listing, half the national average.
Multi-family castle-like homes in Little Italy NE.
A row of Bungalow homes with small yards can be found in this neighborhood.
Little Italy offers many different homes like these townhomes.
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New schools and old papers
Students in Little Italy can attend the newly built (2022) Pine Elementary School for kindergarten through fifth grade. Norris Middle hosts grades six through eight and receives a C-minus rating from Niche. With the boundary running through the neighborhood, students can attend either Central High School or South High School to finish their secondary education. The former is rated with a B-plus by Niche, while the latter is a magnet school for information technology and the visual and performing arts and gets a C-plus from Niche. At Central, the student newspaper The Register was recognized by Quill and Scroll as the oldest continuously published school newspaper west of the Mississippi. Parents wanting to send their children to private schools can check out All Saints Catholic School or Good Shepherd Lutheran.
Pine Elementary School overall look out.
Pine Elementary School with views of the parking lot, and playground on school grounds.
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Omaha’s outdoors and more
Located in the heart of Little Italy, Dahlman Park is home to scenic walking trails and amenities such as a playground, tennis courts and basketball court. Just to the north, Heartland of America Park offers a manmade lake, walking trails, playgrounds and more. South of the neighborhood, the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is a popular destination for school trips and weekend excursions. “The Durham Museum, we love to visit it, it’s two minutes away. It’s one of the original train stops in Omaha that’s been turned into a museum now,” mentions Bauer. The bold art deco museum tells the history of Omaha and the region.
Dahlman Park basketball court to practice your basketball skills and handles.
Dahlman Park playground with triple slides.
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Exploring the rest of Omaha made easy
Getting around Little Italy, and out to the rest of Omaha, is fairly easy thanks to a mix of public transit, clean and clear sidewalks, and bikeable streets. “Downtown, if you’re at the corner of Little Italy, downtown Omaha is only five minutes away,” says Bauer. A car still comes in handy for large trips, with major retail being located well outside the neighborhood. Eppley Airfield sits 5 miles north of the neighborhood, offering regional and national flights. Only 3 miles away, CHI Health Creighton University provides fast access to emergency care.
Neighborhood looking toward downtown Omaha.
South 10th Street looking to downtown Omaha
Several forms of public transportation can be found in Little Italy.
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On average, homes in Little Italy, Omaha sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Little Italy, Omaha over the last 12 months is $337,500, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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