Waverly Park Homes for Sale

Waverly Park is a compact, mostly residential Omaha neighborhood a few miles northwest of the downtown district. The neighborhood is known for its early 1900s homes and convenient location near parks and schools, both public and private. The streets form a tight grid with narrow sidewalks and wide grassy strips, and some houses sit on low hills with short stairways leading up to the front doors. Architectural styles lean toward the historic, with Craftsman bungalows, gable-front cottages, and American Foursquares common throughout the area. Many properties have been updated, but some may need a little extra work. Fontenelle Park, less than a mile north, is a major draw, with 108 acres of features including a fishing lagoon, walking trails, sports fields, tennis and basketball courts, a playground and a splash pad. Lake James Park, just outside the neighborhood, adds another playground, a baseball diamond and a basketball court. Families have public and private schools within walking distance, with examples including Monroe Middle, Benson High, Holy Name School and Omaha Street School. The neighborhood is walkable and served by Metro bus routes, but most residents rely on cars for errands and commuting. Downtown Omaha is about 4 miles away, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center is about 2 miles away. Both destinations are reachable by car in under 10 minutes in typical conditions. Groceries and dining sit just outside Waverly Park, with nearby options like Walmart Neighborhood Market, Cajun Kitchen, Hartland Bar-B-Que and the Buttered Marshmallow bakery.