$197,042Average Value$140Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Woods Park's older homes draw interest
“Old-home lovers can get very lucky in Lincoln,” says Ashley Hustad, an agent with BancWise Realty. “Woods Park is an ideal neighborhood for old-home fans and home improvers. Well-renovated homes generally sell quickly here, because buyers know what hard work has gone into them. Then there are buyers waiting for just the right home to tackle themselves. They are some of the happiest clients ever when they find it.”
Two city parks anchor the neighborhood, each offering their own amenities and each filled with shade trees: Woods Park to the northeast and Neighbors Park to the southwest. Woods Park neighborhood is just east of the state capitol building, and buyers will find plenty of early 1900s cottages and bungalows, as well as small ranch-style homes and renovated Foursquare homes. Hustad, a Lincoln real estate agent for more than 25 years, adds, “The other reason that buyers are drawn to Woods Park is that it’s very friendly to outdoor athletes. Streets all have sidewalks, people ride bikes, and it’s easy to hop on nearby bike trails.”
A two-story early 20th century home in Woods Park has been lovingly restored to original.
Most of the homes in Woods Park were built in the early 20th century.
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Parks anchor the north and south ends of Woods Park
Outdoor sculptures and recently installed circuit-training equipment for adults are among the highlights of Woods Park. Biking trails, picnic shelters, a playground, a swimming pool and tennis courts are also spread across the park's 50 acres. “One of the biggest attractions in Woods Park has to be Woods Memorial Pool,'' Hustad said. "It is a historic, Olympic-sized swimming pool that features original diving platforms. It’s well preserved but also well-updated with splash pads, slides and modern diving boards.”
The Lincoln Children’s Zoo is just outside the neighborhood on the west side of Capitol Parkway and is adjacent to Neighbor’s Park, another Lincoln city park, which is linked by a sidewalk and a crosswalk with a traffic signal. Families with kids walk and bike to the zoo. During the holidays and summer, the Zoo offers mini and monthlong camps. Neighbors Park offers a playfield and a playground with swings, benches and climbing structures.
A group of Lincoln residents enjoy their early morning tennis match at Woods Park.
A large wooden sign welcomes Lincoln residents to Woods Park.
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International cuisines delight the curious diner
D'Leon's Taco Rico specializes in fresh tacos and is open seven days a week. Cultiva Labs is an urban coffee shop and roastery. Afghan Village Cuisine's menu focuses on kababs, lamb korma and mantu. Tam Restaurant combines Irish favorites with American pub food. Residents make reservations for their Sunday all-you-can-eat brunch buffets.
Just west of Woods Park, in the Capitol View neighborhood, is one of Lincoln’s most highly regarded restaurants. Billy’s Restaurant is 40 years old and is steps from the governor’s mansion and the State Capitol. Matt Kirkland, owner of Giving Realty and real estate agent in Lincoln for more than 20 years said it's not uncommon to see Nebraska's governor there at lunch or dinner. Russ’s Neighborhood Market is the nearest grocery store.
D'Leon's Restaurant
The Afghan Village Cuisine restaurant in Woods Park offers authentic ethnic dishes.
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Events at the Nebraska State Capitol delight with unexpected and educational detail
Residents of Woods Park have many ways to enjoy events in their backyard. From witnessing the banding of Peregrine chicks hatched at the Capitol, offering water and snacks to marathon runners, watching Pony Express re-enactors, or attending the state Supreme Court in session, events here are unique and educational. Residents can walk to the Capitol grounds on federal holidays to take in commemorative events and celebrations. Neighbors can volunteer at the Capitol for ongoing projects, including tree and garden maintenance, landscape plantings or restoration efforts inside the historic structure.
Early 20th-century homes are ready to renovate or ready for move-in
About half the 1,000 residences in the Woods Park neighborhood are single-family detached homes. There are also several mid-rise apartment buildings and pockets of two-story townhouses. Two-bedroom bungalows from around 1930 and four-bedroom cottages have recently sold from about $150,000 to $300,000. American Foursquare homes have recently sold from $200,000 to $300,000.
Woods Park in Lincoln has several of the city's oldest classical homes.
An entire block of homes in Woods Park are mostly bungalow style.
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Woods Park is 7 miles from Lincoln Airport
Lincoln Airport is 7 miles from Woods Park. With Lincoln’s typical traffic, drivers can get there within 15 minutes via Interstate 180 and Cornhusker Highway. The State Capitol District is walkable or bikeable for most residents of Woods Park. While residents walk, bike, and use scooters to get around the neighborhood, car travel is still the most popular mode of transportation inside and outside the neighborhood. StarTran is the city’s bus system, with stops in the neighborhood.
Lincoln Public Schools are the No. 1 school district in Lancaster County
Students in Woods Park can attend A-minus-rated Lincoln Public Schools, the No. 1 school district in Lancaster County, according to Niche. It ranks in the top 10 Lincoln school districts for diversity, athletics and academics. Elliott Elementary offers pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and receives a B-minus grade from Niche. Students can continue their education at B-plus graded Lefler Middle, the ninth-best public middle school in the area, according to Niche. Lincoln High is the largest high school in the city and receives a B-plus grade from Niche. With its 150-year history, it recently launched a History and Archives website to digitize and provide content about the highly-rated historic school.
Lefler Middle School offers several sport activities for Woods Park students to enjoy.
Lincoln High School provides several sport programs to Woods Park student athletes.
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Parks in this Area
Antelope Park
Woods Park
Neighbors Park
Transit
Airport
Lincoln
13 min drive
Bus
O Street & 29th Street, NE
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O Street & North 23rd Street, SE
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Randolph Street & South 32nd Street, NW
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Randolph Street & South 27th Street, NW
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Randolph Street & South 29th Street, NE
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Randolph Street & South 25th Street, SW
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O Street & 32nd Street, SW
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Woods Park
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Woods Park, Lincoln sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Woods Park, Lincoln over the last 12 months is $210,885, up 12% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,702
Median Age
34
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,156
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,643
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.1%
College Graduates
38.2%
Advanced Degrees
17.8%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
29''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
91/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
69/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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