$498,576Average Value$156Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
Buyers choose West Fairacres for its generously sized midcentury homes
“West Fairacres is a classic mid-century, mid-west neighborhood,” says Mark Taylor of Nebraska Realty, “and it has adapted quite well to the 21st century.” While most original homes in the neighborhood were built in the 1960s and 1970s, they’re generally a bit larger than other midcentury homes in surrounding neighborhoods.
The residents of West Fairacres take pride in their homes.
West Fairacres Park is easily accessed in the West Fairacres neighborhood.
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Updated ranch-style and colonial homes on large land parcels
You’ll find expansive ranch-style homes, to three- and four-bedroom split levels, and a few two- to three-story colonials, ranging from 1,500 to 4,000 square feet and beyond. It’s an established neighborhood, with excellent public schools, award-winning parks, and plenty of local and national retailers. It even has a nearby pool and swim club that’s a huge draw for kids during the summer months. Despite the relative age of homes in the neighborhood, when they come on the market most have been extensively updated. A four-bedroom, contemporary, tri-level home with Mediterranean influences and an in-ground swimming pool was recently listed for around $540,000. A well-updated 1970’s brick tri-level home with 1,800 square feet was recently listed for about $300,00.
You will find a wide variety of home styles in the West Fairacres neighborhood.
Cul-de-sacs can be found throughout the West Fairacres neighborhood.
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Students participate in sports and global studies at top-notch schools
Columbian Elementary School offers pre-K through sixth grade, has an A-rating from Niche and offers a program for gifted students. Beveridge Magnet Middle provides an emphasis on Arts and Global Studies while offering an extensive array of sports programs including football, soccer, basketball and swimming. Burke High School is notable for hosting the annual Nebraska State Track Meet, and for offering a unique Freshmen Academy that helps students transition to high school. Students select from one of three career academies to help prepare them for future education and career success: Air & Space, Communications & Marketing, and Business & Analytics.
Beveridge Magnet Middle School offers education to local students.
Columbian Elementary School serves the area's students and boasts great test scores.
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Golf courses, walking trails and tennis courts offer outdoor fun
West Fairacres Park has 8.5 acres of undeveloped green space with walking trails. Deer Ridge Park and Swimming Pool is a nicely landscaped 15-acre city park that overlooks well-kept tennis courts, and has a picnic area, playground and walking trails. Golfers are minutes away from courses including Westwood Heights, Champions Run and Eagle Run.
Enjoy the outdoors at Candlewood Park.
The Cryer Park swimming pool is a central hub and oasis for the neighborhood.
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Locals enjoy access to trendy restaurants and shops at Oak View Mall
You’ll find several highly rated local restaurants in and around West Fairacres. Charred Burger & Bar is dedicated to making the best burgers around by using only Wagyu beef. Do not fret if you are vegetarian, as they have a “Not Wagyu Burgers” menu of salads and sandwiches. Seafood fans have put Shucks Fish House & Oyster Bar on the map – and two additional nearby locations – since their founding as a stand-up oyster bar in 2006. Oysters on the half shell, Maryland crab cakes and their gluten-free items keep fans returning regularly.
Oak View Mall has over 50 retail stores including Bath & Body Works, Lids and rue21. Mainstream Boutique on 157th Street is a mother-and-daughter-owned local franchise that has spread nationwide and specializes in trendy, multi-generation clothes and accessories. When stocking up for your new home, Costco on West Dodge Street can’t be beat for variety and volume. HyVee on 132nd and Dodge offers responsibly sourced meats and seafood as well as groceries with an emphasis on fresh and healthy.
West Fairacres residents indulge in authentic flavors at Pettit’s Pastry.
Pacific Eating House has freshly caught never-frozen fish.
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West Fairacres is defined by large modern homes and a winning location
While midcentury modern homes in west Omaha are not rare, finding ones with more than 2,000 square feet that are ideally located close to schools, shopping and award-winning restaurants is fairly remarkable.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Fairacres
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Fairacres Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Fairacres, Omaha sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in West Fairacres, Omaha over the last 12 months is $472,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$499,900
Median Sale Price
$472,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$472,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$156
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes
162
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,967
Significantly above the national average
1,929
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,424
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
990
Median Age
51
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,746
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,078
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.3%
College Graduates
47.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
8/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
