$1,153,798Average Value$240Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
A secluded suburban enclave
“Fairacres homes are simply iconic,” says Raquel Ahlvers, a Realtor with Better Homes and Gardens Realty. Stretching beneath a canopy of oaks and pines, the original homes are mansions built in the 1920s that “remind you of homes in old Hollywood movies,” she said, describing properties with grand front entrances, swimming pools with elegant outdoor-entertainment spaces and a certain ambiance straight out of a Clark Gable film. Built between 1905 and 1927 as a planned residential suburb for wealthy residents who were among the first to own automobiles, Fairacres remains one of Omaha's most prestigious neighborhoods, about five miles from downtown Omaha.
Fairacres is an upscale residential neighborhood in central Omaha.
Fairacres is home to several beautiful Colonial style homes with sprawling, tree-covered lawns.
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1920s mansions surrounded by towering oaks
A web of roads curves through a cover of oaks and pines, leading into the winding driveways of Fairacres residents. Many properties are gated, some with arches accentuating the entrance. While many of the mansions are large and costly to maintain, they are desirable, with homes on average selling after two days on the market. “New homeowners are proud to own a Fairacres home, and they work hard to update and maintain them,” Ahlvers said. Brick Tudors and Colonial Revivals are most common, while Georgian, Craftsman and large ranch-style homes are sprinkled throughout. While three-bedroom homes sell for $450,000 to $700,000, homes with five bedrooms or more can fetch $1 million to $3 million.
Fairacres features several bona fide mansions in the multimillion-dollar range.
Fairacres features luxurious homes set among dense trees featuring breathtaking amenities.
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Fun at Elmwood Park and Memorial Park
Located about 1.5 miles south of Fairacres, historic Elmwood Park is one of Omaha's oldest and most well-cultivated city parks. Fringed with mature oaks, Elmwood includes baseball fields, an 18-hole golf course, a playground, a swimming pool, a web of trails and plenty of landscaped sections, such as the Grotto, popular for events like wedding receptions. There's also a rentable pavilion available from May 1st to September 30th.
Bordering the neighborhood to the east, Memorial Park is a sprawling green space dedicated to Douglas County veterans. Founded in 1944, the tree-lined park stretches with 65 acres of open lawns and includes a baseball field and playground swings. New landscaping around the grassy hillside draws attention to the bronze sculpture on loan to the park called “Embracing Peace,” which re-creates the iconic V-J Day photo of a sailor embracing a nurse in Times Square in 1945. Every summer, the Memorial Park Concert and Fireworks Show draws a crowd as internationally known musicians take the stage, and fireworks light up the night sky. “It's an incredible event; folks come from all over the city,” said Megan Feeney, the marketing content manager at Visit Omaha and resident of the neighboring community, Dundee. “You’ll see throngs of people walking from Fairacres and Dundee, as well as people from a bit farther coming from the bus stops.” The night begins with a few local acts, followed by a major headliner, and then ends with a fireworks show. Melissa Etheridge, Dave Mason and Elvis Costello headlined the show in recent years. “I think for a lot of Omahans, it really signifies that summer has arrived,” Feeney said.
Memorial Park, near Fairacres, features war memorials to Douglas County's fallen servicemembers.
Elmwood Park, outside Fairacres, features a beautiful golf course, playgrounds, and more.
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The Omaha Public School District
The Omaha Public School District serves the residents of Fairacres. Students can begin their education at Western Hills Elementary, a magnet school with a C rating on Niche. Lewis and Clark Middle and its partner Central High School are both International Baccalaureate Program schools that offer many required and elective STEM courses, with both schools receiving a C and B-plus, respectively. There are also many private schools to choose from within the area, including Mercy High School, Phoenix Academy and Brownell-Talbot Schools.
The University of Nebraska Omaha borders the neighborhood to the south, just across U.S. Route 6.
Western Hills Magnet Elementary serves the Fairacres' younger residents.
Central High serves nearby Fairacres with a diverse student body and excellent academics.
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Fine dining and nearby shopping
Nearby Avoli Osteria offers authentic Northern Italian cuisine in a lively, elegant setting with exposed beams, gold-trimmed mirrors and decorative chandeliers. Owners Dario, a classically trained chef, and Amy Schicke opened in 2013. Right next door is Dundee Dell, a gastro-pub offering an elevated take on classic bar food and a wide selection of scotch and microbrews.
There’s an Aldi on South 72nd Street for groceries and a Trader Joe's about 5 miles from the center of the neighborhood. For crafting, seasonal decorating and picture framing, a Michaels store is also on South 72nd Street.
Avoli Osteria in Dundee near Fairacres offers high class Northern Italian cuisine.
Tactical 5.11 has all of your outdoor needs ready near Fairacres.
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Fairacres is served by Omaha's ORBT bus line on Dodge Street.
Getting around Fairacres
Though most residents use a car to get around, public transportation is available through several bus stops along Dodge Street and 72nd Street, with routes to downtown Omaha. Dodge Street borders Fairacres to the south, which leads into U.S. Route 6, a major thoroughfare that provides easy access to the city center less than 5 miles east of the neighborhood.
For longer-distance travel, the Eppley Airfield is 10 miles northeast of Fairacres, offering about 25 nonstop destinations year-round.
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Parks in this Area
Elmwood Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Golf
Benson Lions Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Playground
Roberts Park
Memorial Park
Botanical Gardens
Walking Paths
Bowling Green Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Trails
Transit
Airport
Eppley Airfield
19 min drive
Bus
Dodge & 66th NW
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fairacres
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairacres, Omaha sell after 120 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Fairacres, Omaha over the last 12 months is $1,113,357, up 31% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This exquisite Fairacres estate seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern sophistication. Featuring 6 bedrooms, 7 baths, and 5 fireplaces, the home has been thoughtfully renovated and expanded, preserving its rich heritage while embracing contemporary living. The striking foyer with onyx floors leads to grand living spaces, including a stately living room, an impressive billiards room, and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
610
Median Age
28
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$179,687
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$198,443
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
81.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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