Why Live in Hillsborough
There are over 11,000 homes in Hillsborough, the largest neighborhood in Omaha. The Hillsborough Association of Land Owners fosters a strong community spirit through various events and beautification projects. Old-growth trees shade tight, sidewalk-lined streets, and common homes include brick Colonial Revivals and Craftsman styles, often with well-maintained front yards and fenced-in backyards. Hillsborough is safer than the national average. Hillsborough Park, a 22-acre green space, has a playground, a sprayground and a paved walking trail. Golf enthusiasts can choose between the private Champions Run Club and the public Eagle Run courses. Standing Bear Lake, less than 2 miles north, offers fishing, no-wake boating and hiking and biking trails. Some residents are within walking distance of the Eagle Run Shopping Center, which includes a Baker’s grocery store, Kohl’s, HomeGoods, Target and popular restaurants like Wave Bistro and Blue Sushi. Major roads include Nebraska Highway 64, which provides a 12-mile commute to downtown Omaha and access to Interstate 680. Omaha Eppley Airfield is 17 miles away. The neighborhood is also about 6 miles from CHI Health Lakeside Hospital. The Hillsborough Association of Land Owners hosts events like the Hills”BOO”rough Spectacular and the annual egg hunt. Some homes are at risk of extreme weather, such as severe thunderstorms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillsborough a good place to live?
Hillsborough is a good place to live. Hillsborough is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Hillsborough is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Hillsborough has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.5 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $134,920 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 56.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Hillsborough are home owners, with 34.1% of residents renting and 65.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hillsborough can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hillsborough neighborhood guide.
Is Hillsborough, NE a safe neighborhood?
Hillsborough, NE is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hillsborough?
The median home price in Hillsborough is $419,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $83,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 5.98%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,010 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $86K a year to afford the median home price in Hillsborough. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Hillsborough is $135K.
What are the best public schools in Hillsborough?
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Home Trends in Hillsborough, NE
On average, homes in Hillsborough, Omaha sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillsborough, Omaha over the last 12 months is $405,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$405,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$330,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$150
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
59
Median List Price
$419,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%