Why Live in Arnold Heights
Arnold Heights, located just west of Lincoln Airport in Lincoln, is a growing residential neighborhood featuring mid-20th century homes and new one-story ranch-style and villa homes. The area is known for its quiet atmosphere, occasionally interrupted by nearby airport activity, making it a convenient location for business travelers and airline employees. The neighborhood is predominantly residential, with homes showcasing features like hardwood floors, glass block bathroom windows, and stained-glass windows. Yards range from a quarter-acre to three-quarters of an acre, and tall hardwood trees line the streets. Arnold Heights Park, within a 1.2-mile walk, offers nearly 18 acres of outdoor recreation, including basketball courts, soccer fields, playgrounds, and the popular Tanker Hill for winter sledding. Nine-Mile Prairie, a 230-acre conserved tallgrass prairie, is about 3 miles away and offers educational tours and classes. Local dining options include Casey’s, Amigos/Kings Classic, and Huskerville Pub & Pizza, which hosts community events. For groceries, residents frequent Fresh N’ Save. Arnold Elementary and Schoo Middle serve the area, with Schoo Middle offering programs for gifted students. Residents benefit from proximity to Interstate 80 and Lincoln's bus service, StarTran. Arnold Heights is within a 10-mile drive of major city events, including those at Pinnacle Bank Arena and Memorial Stadium.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arnold Heights a good place to live?
Arnold Heights is a good place to live. Arnold Heights is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Arnold Heights has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.1 people per acre and a median age of 31. The average household income is $65,011 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23% of residents. A majority of residents in Arnold Heights are renters, with 69.7% of residents renting and 30.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Arnold Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Arnold Heights neighborhood guide.
Is Arnold Heights, NE a safe neighborhood?
Arnold Heights, 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 Arnold Heights?
The median home price in Arnold Heights is $199,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $39,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,030 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $44K a year to afford the median home price in Arnold Heights. The average household income in Arnold Heights is $65K.
What are the best public schools in Arnold Heights?
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Home Trends in Arnold Heights, NE
On average, homes in Arnold Heights, Lincoln sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Arnold Heights, Lincoln over the last 12 months is $199,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$199,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$231,949
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$179,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$148
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$199,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%