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Irvingdale mixes historic charm with walkable, easy living
Strolling through Irvingdale is like opening a time capsule to early 20th-century Lincoln. This neighborhood’s tree-shaded streets are lined with gracefully preserved Craftsman-style bungalows and American Foursquares. Most of the properties here feel tucked away, yet all are just minutes from the Bryan Medical Center West Campus, multiple parks, and a variety of restaurants and other businesses.
Newly installed windows on a renovated 1920s house are a charming sight in Irvingdale.
Thoroughly renovated homes from the 1920s can be found throughout Irvingdale.
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Residents show pride through preservation and updates
Though most of the houses here have similar architectural influences and are similar in age, built between 1900 and 1940, each has its own character. Every street offers a mix of exterior materials, colors and layouts, and many homes are well-maintained and updated. “There’s a significant amount of historic preservation of homes in that area,” says Laura Rhinehart, a local Realtor with Re/Max Concepts, who has sold homes for about seven years. “In Irvingdale, you’re seeing unique architecture. I enjoy when people actually preserve that architecture.” Though properties in this neighborhood are situated closely together, you still get a bit of yard space and even off-street parking in some cases.
Houses sell from $90,000 to the upper $300,000s. The median sale price of about $220,000 here is less than the median of roughly $350,000 in the neighboring Country Club area. “Irvingdale is a unique little urban neighborhood with a look all its own,” says Matt Kirkland, the owner of The Matt Kirkland Group and Giving Realty, and a Realtor for over 20 years. “While the homes are a little more price competitive than in Country Club, people show off their house-proud nature a bit more loudly. Driving around Irvingdale is fun because someone is always doing something to their house or yard. Healthy competition, I guess you could say.”
Irvingdale homes stand out with personal touches.
Some Tudor-style homes built in the early 20th century can be found in the neighborhood.
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Outdoor activities centered around Irvingdale’s many parks
Green space extends through the community to the namesake Irvingdale Park. It’s a place you can enjoy tennis under shade trees in one of the multiple courts. “It’s a really tight-knit community,” Rhinehart says. “You know your neighbors. There are a lot of people doing things outdoors, walking a lot.” The park also has a public pool with a slide that’s open from late May through mid-August. Irving Recreation Center next door offers after-school programming. The neighborhood’s Stransky Park has a playground and a gazebo, and hosts the annual KZUM Summer Concert Series, with free performances on Thursday evenings throughout June and July. Rudge Memorial Park features another playground and a good bit of open field space.
Rudge Memorial Park features a fun playground for kids to enjoy.
Stransky Park offers another playground in the neighborhood.
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Public and private schools offer plenty of extracurricular options
The Lincoln Public Schools system is highly rated, and students can stay close to home to attend Saratoga Elementary School and Irving Middle School in the neighborhood. Both offer after-school activities, including a range of clubs. Students and their families can also explore schools elsewhere in the city by applying for the district’s magnet programs or open enrollment. Blessed Sacrament Catholic School is a private option covering preschool through eighth grade. Its list of extracurricular activities includes several athletic teams, from basketball to bowling.
Students from Irvingdale can attend Irving Middle School for grades 6 through 8.
Students in Irvingdale can attend Lincoln Southeast High School before graduating.
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L’s Kitchen is a go-to spot for lovers of French-inspired cuisine.
Where to eat, drink and shop for groceries around Irvingdale
South Street is one of the dining hubs in this area. The stretch is home to restaurants like Neveria La Monarca, which serves up savory tacos and tostadas, but is especially known for its ice cream and cakes. Meadowlark Coffee & Espresso, down the road, offers a soothing atmosphere to relax in while cozying up with a chai latte and a pastry.
Other places to grab food or a drink in the Irvingdale area include:
Tina's Cafe and Catering, where you can order a hearty homestyle breakfast. The huge cinnamon rolls are particularly popular.
L’s Kitchen, a restaurant specializing in French cuisine but whose Hungarian goulash is a hot item.
White Elm Brewing Company, whose taproom hosts activities like Wednesday trivia and Thursday board game nights.
You can pick up ingredients for a home-cooked meal at Leon’s Gourmet Grocer, 2 miles away, a spot with a renowned butcher department. Or you can head to the Super Saver or Hy-Vee off O Street — both are about 4 miles away.
Easy access to downtown Lincoln and nearby medical care
Drivers in Irvingdale can take 17th Street directly into Downtown Lincoln, which is just about 2 miles away. Multiple StarTran bus stops are available around the neighborhood, too. However, the Bryan Medical Center West Campus is a short walk or bike ride away. The hospital is part of the Bryan Health system, which is one of the largest employers in the Lincoln area and includes a 24-hour emergency department.
The Bryan Medical Center West Campus is among the neighborhood's amenities.
The StarTran bus service is available in Irvingdale for traveling around the Lincoln area.
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Crime and Safety
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Irvingdale
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Irvingdale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Irvingdale, Lincoln sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Irvingdale, Lincoln over the last 12 months is $225,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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