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Raven Oaks

Raven Oaks

Suburban Neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska

Douglas County 68152
$394,507 Average Value
$135 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Raven Oaks offers a taste of nature on Omaha’s northern outskirts

Raven Oaks brushes the northern outskirts of Omaha, just south of Interstate 680. The quiet suburban neighborhood has a country vibe, even though it’s within 10 miles of Eppley Airfield and Downtown Omaha. Parks and nature preserves are close by, and people often spot wild turkeys, deer and foxes roaming through their wooded backyards.

Glenn Cunningham Lake near Raven Oaks features a paved path around the water.
Glenn Cunningham Lake near Raven Oaks features a paved path around the water.
Raven Oaks hillside homes offer split-level designs and spacious green yards.
Raven Oaks hillside homes offer split-level designs and spacious green yards.
The MUD Trail offers Raven Oaks locals a peaceful place to walk or ride.
The MUD Trail offers Raven Oaks locals a peaceful place to walk or ride.
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Ranch-style and split-level homes on generous lots with shaded yards

Most of the homes you’ll find in this residential neighborhood are ranch-style or split-level houses built in the 1960s and ’70s. A few townhomes are available, too. Property sizes are generous by city standards. Most lots are about a quarter to a third of an acre, with paved driveways, attached two-car garages and shaded yards. “The lay of the land is so non-Nebraska, meaning that it’s sloping and hills and nature,” says Camilla Knapp, a real estate agent with Keller Williams who has 12 years of local experience. Bear in mind that while the area is mostly quiet, traffic noise can affect the houses closest to the interstate. Fortunately, most are far enough away to keep it from being a serious problem.

Nestled in north Omaha, Raven Oaks is a quiet, forested residential neighborhood.
Nestled in north Omaha, Raven Oaks is a quiet, forested residential neighborhood.
Homes in Raven Oaks are an eclectic mix of styles set into the neighborhood's hills and forest.
Homes in Raven Oaks are an eclectic mix of styles set into the neighborhood's hills and forest.
Split-level homes in Raven Oaks stand out with unique designs and hillside settings.
Split-level homes in Raven Oaks stand out with unique designs and hillside settings.
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Housing prices are slightly higher than in adjoining neighborhoods

Houses sell fast in Raven Oaks, typically within 19 days of entering the market. The price range for ranch-style houses and townhomes is somewhere in the upper $200,000s to the upper $300,000s. These prices tend to be a bit higher than what people spend on comparable houses in bordering neighborhoods like Far North Omaha and Florence. Aging or storm-damaged trees might need professional care, which can drive costs up even more. HOA fees are rare for single-family homes, but people who own townhomes might pay around $100 to $250 per month.

Outdoor fun at nearby parks, lakes and Omaha Country Club

In Raven Oaks, nature is just beyond the interstate. Nearby recreational spaces include: * N.P. Dodge Park, offering scenic hiking trails and fishing and boating on the Missouri River* Lake Cunningham, which has a public boat ramp and campground * Omaha Country Club, a private golf club that’s been around since 1899Within the neighborhood, Raven Oaks Park is a small community space with tennis courts and a playground.

N.P. Dodge Park's marina offers Raven Oaks residents boating access to the Missouri River.
N.P. Dodge Park's marina offers Raven Oaks residents boating access to the Missouri River.
The Omaha Country Club near Raven Oaks offers an 18-hole course to enjoy with friends.
The Omaha Country Club near Raven Oaks offers an 18-hole course to enjoy with friends.
Raven Oaks residents often explore N.P. Dodge Park’s 44.5 acres of scenic outdoor space.
Raven Oaks residents often explore N.P. Dodge Park’s 44.5 acres of scenic outdoor space.
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Casual restaurants and grocery stores are within easy reach

The atmosphere at The Cabin Bar & Grill is exactly what you’d expect from a place with a name like that: a log cabin with a vaulted ceiling and flat-screen TVs hanging from the beams. The menu is all about the pub grub, and the hand-cut onion rings are a standout. Nearby Alpine Inn is a chicken restaurant that capitalizes on its leftovers by leaving the bones outside to attract raccoons. “People go there for the raccoons,” Knapp says. Chain restaurants and stores like Target and PetSmart cluster around the intersection of Sorensen Parkway and 72nd Street, about 2 miles away. For groceries, Baker’s and Family Fare Supermarket are also within a couple of miles.

The Cabin Bar & Grill near Raven Oaks serves lunch and dinner in a relaxed setting.
The Cabin Bar & Grill near Raven Oaks serves lunch and dinner in a relaxed setting.
Sorensen Park Plaza near Raven Oaks includes Target, Big Lots, PetSmart, and more.
Sorensen Park Plaza near Raven Oaks includes Target, Big Lots, PetSmart, and more.
Finicky Franks near Raven Oaks offers patio seating for nice weather evenings.
Finicky Franks near Raven Oaks offers patio seating for nice weather evenings.
Baker’s near Raven Oaks offers groceries, produce, and essentials for local residents.
Baker’s near Raven Oaks offers groceries, produce, and essentials for local residents.
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It’s easiest to get around by car from Raven Oaks

Metro bus routes don’t run this far north, and while some streets have sidewalks that are good for strolling from house to house, you’ll need a car if you live here. “It’s really easy to get everywhere in town even though you live on the outskirts, because you just hop on 680,” Knapp says. Here are the distances and commuting times for a few key destinations: * Downtown Omaha’s business district: 8 miles, 15 minutes* Eppley Airfield: 8 miles, 15 minutes* University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC): 6 miles, 20 minutes“The commutable distance to the airport is super good there,” adds Knapp. “It feels like you’re close to the airport, but you’re not necessarily bothered by the airport, because of all the wooded areas.”

Students can apply to any school in the Omaha Public Schools district

Kids attend schools in the Omaha Public Schools district, the largest in Nebraska. The district provides students with iPads that they can use either at school or at home. Before- and after-school tutoring is also available. All students are guaranteed a spot at their neighborhood school, but a school choice program allows them to apply to any school in the district, with top priority given to siblings of students who already go there.

Springville Elementary educates Raven Oaks’ youngest students in a welcoming setting.
Springville Elementary educates Raven Oaks’ youngest students in a welcoming setting.
Raven Oaks students attend Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School for diverse learning.
Raven Oaks students attend Nathan Hale Magnet Middle School for diverse learning.
Raven Oaks teens head to Omaha Northwest Magnet High School for academics and activities.
Raven Oaks teens head to Omaha Northwest Magnet High School for academics and activities.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Eppley Airfield

21 min drive

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Raven Oaks US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Raven Oaks Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$369,000
Median Sale Price
$340,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$354,475
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$335,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$135

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
357
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,330
Above the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,552
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
853
Median Age
55
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
33.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$130,092
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$141,583

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.5%
College Graduates
40.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.6%

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®

1 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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