Why Live in Willow Wood
Willow Wood is west of Interstate 680 in northwest Omaha. The neighborhood offers access to the Eagle Ridge golf club and two major thoroughfares: West Maple and West Dodge roads. Most homes date to the 1970s and '80s, with raised ranch-style, split-level and tri-level being the most common types. Properties are generally in good condition, but some interior spaces could use a modern refresh. Home prices range from the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$300,000s, and the median sale price of $290,000 is about the same as the citywide median. Most residential streets are quiet, and paved paths allow residents to get around the neighborhood on foot, but you'll need a car to go any farther. Downtown Omaha is a 20-minute drive away, and job opportunities are available at First National Business Park, a five-minute drive. Local dining spots include Billy's Cafe, HuHot Mongolian Grill and Persis Biryani Indian Grill. BECK House of Fashion keeps up with the latest clothing styles, and groceries are available at Baker's and Hy-Vee. Willow Wood Park has three locations in the neighborhood with playgrounds, sports courts and plenty of open green space. Most students attend schools in the Omaha Public Schools district, but Quest Forward High School Omaha offers a private option. The Park West neighborhood is nearby with newer homes at similar prices. Candlewood and Bryn Mawr offer access to the highly rated Columbian Elementary School, and Eagle Run residents are closer to the golf course, but houses in those neighborhoods cost more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willow Wood a good place to live?
Willow Wood is a good place to live. Willow Wood is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Willow Wood is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Willow Wood has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.7 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $126,733 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 48.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Willow Wood are home owners, with 11.3% of residents renting and 88.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Willow Wood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Willow Wood neighborhood guide.
Is Willow Wood, NE a safe neighborhood?
Willow Wood, 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 Willow Wood?
The median home price in Willow Wood is $295,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $59,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.23%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,450 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $62K a year to afford the median home price in Willow Wood. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Willow Wood is $127K.
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Home Trends in Willow Wood, NE
On average, homes in Willow Wood, Omaha sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Willow Wood, Omaha over the last 12 months is $285,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$285,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$292,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$255,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$167
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median List Price
$295,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%