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West Fairacres

West Fairacres

Suburban Neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska

Douglas County 68154

$496,269 Average Value
$155 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

“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 mid-century homes in surrounding neighborhoods. 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.

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.

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.

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.

While mid-century 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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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Eppley Airfield

29 min drive

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$405,000
Median Single Family Price
$499,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$155
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Months of Supply
2.70
Median List Price
$499,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-15%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
162
Median Year Built
1969
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,961
Significantly above the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,424

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
398
Median Age
51
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
33.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$121,874
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$146,240

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
48.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%

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®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

33 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

14 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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