$281,749Average Value$163Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Willow Wood homes blend classic style with modern upgrades
Willow Wood hosts approximately 800 midcentury homes built between 1970 and '99. You’ll find ranch-style, raised-ranch, split-level and tri-level homes with mature trees, fenced yards and sidewalk-lined streets. While homes here are pretty, tidy, and nicely landscaped, the true beauty of this neighborhood is what you can’t see from the outside. As Gary Willis, Realtor with NP Dodge Real Estate says, “Many Willow Wood homes that come on the market these days are very well-updated. And, with the increasing popularity of midcentury homes, you’ll find that most listings don’t last very long.”
It's not every day that you can find attractively priced and well-updated homes in west Omaha. But when you find ones that are walking distance to a well-appointed 88-acre park and a short drive to necessities and conveniences alike, then you might want to hurry to learn more about Willow Wood.
Residents of Willow Wood take pride in their community and their homes.
Winding streets and cul-de-sacs make the expanse of Willow Wood feel quaint.
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Midcentury homes are priced between $265K and $300K
The median home price in Willow Wood during the first half of 2023 was about $265,000. Recently sold homes have featured new windows, renovated kitchens, remodeled bathrooms, expanded decks and updated landscaping. You can find a three-bedroom raised ranch-style home with 1,700 square feet, a large deck and an above-ground pool for about $299,000. A thoroughly updated three-bedroom split-level from 1979 with arched doorways, a nicely finished basement and remodeled bathrooms can be found for about $300,000.
Pops of color can be found on homes throughout the Willow Wood neighborhood.
Most homes in Willow Wood have three or four bedrooms.
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Public schools include arts magnet and special education programs
Neighborhood children can attend Joslyn Elementary for pre-K through fifth grade. Joslyn also offers Early Childhood Special Education for three- to four-year-olds. Beveridge Magnet Middle provides an emphasis on Arts and Global Studies while offering sports programs including football, soccer, basketball and swimming. Burke High is notable for hosting the annual Nebraska State Track Meet and for offering a unique Freshmen Academy that helps students transition to high school.
Beveridge Magnet Middle School serves students in grades 6-8.
Joslyn Elementary School serves students in PK through K-6.
Burke High School has a well-rounded curriculum.
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Two large parks offer trails, courts and playgrounds nearby
Willow Wood Park is the jewel in the crown of the neighborhood. Its meandering 88 acres winds gently alongside the homes and streets and offers direct front or back yard access to practically every residence in the area. Three playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts, walking paths and plenty of open space are just some of its extensive amenities. Nearby Heflinger Park’s 70 acres host Omaha BMX, a dog park, access to Big Papillion Creek and the ending point of Big Papio Trail. If you’re a golfer, you’ll enjoy living close to both Eagle Run and Knolls Golf Course.
Willow Wood Park is split into three areas that encapsulate the entire neighborhood.
Hefflinger Park offers a dog park with unique agility equipment to engage pups.
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Local boutiques and big-box stores offer plenty of shopping
There are plenty of shopping options near Willow Wood. Fabulous Fashions Boutique offers a wide array of casual and fancy women’s clothes as well as funky accessories. Beck House of Fashion is a one-of-a-kind women’s clothing and accessory store founded by Becky Carrico, a long-time local retail guru. Designer clothes at everyday prices make Beck stand out from the crowd.
It’s less than a five-minute drive to Persis Biryani Indian Grill. Fans rave about their tandoori chicken and their mango custard dessert. HuHot Mongolian Grill on 120th Street is known for its amazing stir fry and unique sauces. Build your own with a selection of vegetables, meats and seafood. When you’re planning a party or need to bring an awesome dessert to a get-together, check out Yami Bake Shop for their French-inspired pastries, breads, cookies and more. Target is located on West Maple and offers groceries as well as plenty of home décor items for your new home.
BECK House of Fashion is a locally-owned women's clothing store in Willow Wood.
A highly-rated Indian restaurant, Persis Biryani Indian Grill, is just down the street.
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Golf, parks and the interstate are all nearby
Willow Wood’s location is another key selling point for savvy buyers. It’s less than a five-minute drive to golf courses, shopping, schools and the interstate. And for those who work downtown, it’s less than a 20-minute drive to Midtown Crossing and several major employers including Offutt Airforce Base, Methodist Health System, University of Nebraska Medical Center and Berkshire Hathaway.
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Willow Wood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Willow Wood, Omaha sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Willow Wood, Omaha over the last 12 months is $280,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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