Why Live in Saratoga
Saratoga, a small and narrow neighborhood in the north side of Omaha, is known for its historic American Foursquare homes, which date back to the turn of the 20th century. The homes are characterized by their spacious, balanced layouts, featuring two floors with four rooms of equal size. Many of the homes are well-preserved and updated, offering modern amenities while maintaining their original charm. Cottages from the 1920s are also prominent, with colorful siding and small front porches. Miller Park is a popular outdoor destination with many amenities, including playgrounds, a public pool, a nine-hole golf course and sports fields. Bluff View Park and Miller Park provide ample recreational opportunities, with playgrounds, ball fields, a swimming pool, and a golf course. Other small green spaces, recreational trails and lakes are nearby. Dining options close to the neighborhood include long-standing family-owned eateries like Nite Hawkes Café and Tilley’s Stick Burner BBQ. Buses stop along North 24th Street, leading south to boutiques, specialty shops and more restaurants. Family Fare Supermarket and Chubb Foods are within a few miles of Saratoga, and downtown Omaha is about 4 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saratoga a good place to live?
Saratoga is a good place to live. Saratoga is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Saratoga is a suburban neighborhood. Saratoga has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.2 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $38,704 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 3% of residents. A majority of residents in Saratoga are renters, with 63.7% of residents renting and 36.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Saratoga can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Saratoga neighborhood guide.
Is Saratoga, NE a safe neighborhood?
Saratoga, NE is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Saratoga?
The median home price in Saratoga is $120,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $24,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $580 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $25K a year to afford the median home price in Saratoga. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Saratoga is $39K.
What are the best public schools in Saratoga?
The best public schools that serve Saratoga are:
What are the best private schools in Saratoga?
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Are home prices dropping in Saratoga?
Yes, home prices in Saratoga are down 17% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Saratoga, NE
On average, homes in Saratoga, Omaha sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Saratoga, Omaha over the last 12 months is $135,000, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$135,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$135,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$94
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$120,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%