Why Live in Leawood West
Leawood West is a well-established Omaha neighborhood known for its midcentury charm and close community ties. Long-standing annual traditions like Easter egg hunts and Fourth of July parades help keep neighbors connected. Most homes are ranch-style builds or split-levels from the 1960s and '70s, but no two are exactly alike. Housing prices range from the low $300,000s to the low $500,000s. Students can attend nearby schools in the Omaha Public Schools district, including Columbian Elementary School, which is within walking distance. Friedel Jewish Academy and the Jewish Community Center of Omaha are also close by. Deer Ridge Park has a swimming pool and tennis courts, and paved multiuse paths wind through Meadow Lane Park. Another popular green space is Trendwood Park, which features fields for soccer and baseball, sports courts, a picnic pavilion and a playground. Dodge Street, a major thoroughfare that keeps residents connected to the rest of Omaha, is lined with shopping centers and chain eateries. Hy-Vee and Costco are on hand for the essentials. South of the neighborhood, locals will find popular restaurants like Charred Burger + Bar and Summer Kitchen Cafe. Leawood West doesn't have any Metro bus stops within the neighborhood, but most people in Omaha drive. Downtown Omaha and the University of Nebraska Medical Center are both about 20 minutes by car.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leawood West a good place to live?
Leawood West is a good place to live. Leawood West is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with minimal transit options. Leawood West has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.2 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $177,285 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 57.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Leawood West are home owners, with 2.4% of residents renting and 97.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Leawood West can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Leawood West neighborhood guide.
Is Leawood West, NE a safe neighborhood?
Leawood West, NE is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Leawood West?
The median home price in Leawood West is $390,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $78,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,950 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $84K a year to afford the median home price in Leawood West. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Leawood West is $177K.
What are the best public schools in Leawood West?
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Are home prices dropping in Leawood West?
Yes, home prices in Leawood West are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Leawood West, NE
On average, homes in Leawood West, Omaha sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Leawood West, Omaha over the last 12 months is $400,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$400,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$400,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$390,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%