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Morton Meadows

Morton Meadows

Neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska

Douglas County 68105, 68106

$274,647 Average Value
$174 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

A highly desirable Omaha community in close proximity to the city's top attractions

Just 2 miles west of downtown Omaha is Morton Meadows — a popular residential neighborhood sandwiched between Leavenworth Street and Center Street. Founded in 1924, Morton Meadows has since become a highly desirable community in proximity to many of Omaha's top attractions. It also neighbors the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Omaha VA Medical Center, which both serve as major employers in the area. "It's a great mix of old and young and people from all walks of life. A lot of young families, a lot of dogs, a lot of kids. It's just a cool neighborhood," says local Realtor Nick Benner of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, who lives in the neighborhood and has sold over 100 homes around the Omaha metropolitan area. "We have a lot of bars and restaurants and parks and a lot of things that are near us that really make it appealing."

Just to the East of Morton Meadows you can find the Omaha VA Hospital.
Just to the East of Morton Meadows you can find the Omaha VA Hospital.
A row of homes featuring craftsman homes in Morton Meadows.
A row of homes featuring craftsman homes in Morton Meadows.
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Housing styles range from Tudors to small bungalows with Spanish-revivals mixed in

Homes in Morton Meadows are anything but cookie-cutter. The neighborhood's narrow, loosely gridded streets offer small bungalows and Tudors along with ranch homes and properties with Spanish-inspired frameworks. Smaller homes containing 1,000 to 1,500 square feet often price between $150,000 and $300,000 while larger properties with several bedrooms can range from $300,000 to upwards of $600,000. According to Benner, the housing market in Morton Meadows is very competitive with many homes selling within just a few days to a couple weeks.

A row of homes feature bungalow and tudor style homes in Morton Meadows.
A row of homes feature bungalow and tudor style homes in Morton Meadows.
A beautiful row of homes showcasing bungalow and craftsman homes in Morton Meadows.
A beautiful row of homes showcasing bungalow and craftsman homes in Morton Meadows.
One can find examples of Spanish Revival in Morton Meadows.
One can find examples of Spanish Revival in Morton Meadows.
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Walk to the vibrant food scene in the Blackstone district

Good eats are only a quick drive — or walk — away. Bronco's is a local staple for a burger and fries while The Blackstone Meatball offers a beefy menu filled with meatball-infused entrees. Noli's is another community favorite for its specialty New York-style pizzas and cocktails. "Omaha has a great food scene," Benner says. "A lot of people are taken aback when they hear that, but it has just an awesome food scene throughout the city, and Morton Meadows is close to a ton of them." Residents can also pick up essentials from the nearby Hy-Vee Grocery Store off Center Street for a home-cooked meal. There is also a Baker's stationed on Saddle Creek Road while a Walmart Neighborhood Market sits a mile to the north. Additional retail shops and restaurants can be found on Farnam Street less than a mile north.

The Blackstone district is a few minutes from Morton Meadows and offers many eating options.
The Blackstone district is a few minutes from Morton Meadows and offers many eating options.
If you're in the mood for a great burger and fries Bronco's Burgers is a great choice in Omaha.
If you're in the mood for a great burger and fries Bronco's Burgers is a great choice in Omaha.
A short drive to the Blackstone district also offers many local retail shops.
A short drive to the Blackstone district also offers many local retail shops.
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If you're looking for a guitar or bass, Ground Floor Guitars in Blackstone has you covered.
If you're looking for a guitar or bass, Ground Floor Guitars in Blackstone has you covered.

Live entertainment in the Summer

During the summer, citizens from all over the city are drawn to Morton Meadows' Boulevard Jam, which features live entertainment, games and loads of food. "Morton Meadows is the epitome of a true neighborhood," Benner says. "It's like a genuine, true community within the neighborhood because we do a ton of different events that are in the neighborhood that everyone is welcome."

Multiple state championships at Central High School

Students in Morton Meadows are served by Omaha Public Schools. Children may go to Beals Elementary School, which earns an overall Niche grade of C, from prekindergarten through Grade 6 while the C-minus-graded Norris Middle School serves kids from Grade 6 to Grade 8. Teens can attend Central High School in downtown Omaha. Earning an A-minus grade from Niche, the high school offers a highly competitive athletics program that has won state championships in football, basketball and various other sports. Its athletics program was even named one of the best in the nation by Sports Illustrated in 2008.

Central High School
Central High School
Beals Elementary School serves students in PK through K-6.
Beals Elementary School serves students in PK through K-6.
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Tee off at the oldest golf club in Nebraska

Morton Meadows locals can travel to several community parks within the surrounding area. A mile west is Elmwood Park, where residents can enjoy nature on the walking paths or play a round of golf. Field Club of Omaha — the oldest golf club in Nebraska — also sits just east of Morton Meadows. After school, neighborhood kids flock to Vogel Park to play pickup basketball or get the zoomies out at the playground. Another hot spot for friendly playdates is Harrison Heights Park, which offers access to the Field Club Trail. Residents can also show off their green thumb at the Morton Meadows Community Garden stationed on Pierce Street.

Morton Meadows offers beautiful tree coverage and medians throughout the neighborhood.
Morton Meadows offers beautiful tree coverage and medians throughout the neighborhood.
During the growing months Morton Meadows Community Garden offers amazing produce.
During the growing months Morton Meadows Community Garden offers amazing produce.
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You can find beautiful examples of art throughout Morton Meadows and beyond in Omaha.
You can find beautiful examples of art throughout Morton Meadows and beyond in Omaha.

Hop on the Omaha Rapid Bus Transit

Morton Meadows is walkable, though residents will need a car for longer commutes. The neighborhood offers good road access with Saddle Creek Road serving as its western border. Residents can also get around via Omaha Rapid Bus Transit with Route 11 featuring stops on Leavenworth Street and Route 15 cruising along Center Street to the south.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Eppley Airfield

17 min drive

Bus

42nd & (Center Ne) Shirley SE

Bus

48th & Center SW

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43rd & Leavenworth SW

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42nd & Popleton SW

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46th Ave & Leavenworth SW

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45th & Center NE

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Morton Ave (47Th) & Center NE

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Morton Meadows US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$280,000
Median Single Family Price
$280,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$174
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
49
Months of Supply
2.70
Median List Price
$282,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,427
Median Year Built
1926
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,524
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,988
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 3pm

    1306 S 46th St, Omaha, NE 68106

    $290,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,923 Sq Ft
    • 1306 S 46th St
    • New 1 day ago

    This beautifully updated home in Morton Meadows features real wood floors (refinished 2021), a fully renovated kitchen (2022) with quartz countertops, and a remodeled primary suite with heated marble floors and a custom tile shower. Recent updates include a new roof, gutters, chimney, driveway, and basement carpet. Enjoy main floor laundry with new appliances and a newly installed sump pump

    DAVID MATNEY Nebraska Realty

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 3pm

    4539 Walnut St, Omaha, NE 68106

    $379,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,165 Sq Ft
    • 4539 Walnut St
    • New 2 days ago

    MAGNIFICENT IN MORTON MEADOWS!! This beautiful 1.5 story brick tudor is the definition of MOVE IN READY and has many big ticket updates including freshly painted interior (April 2025), DaVinci Roof (2024), new furnace and AC (2022), new retaining wall and backyard sidewalk (2024), new back yard shed (2024), new basement carpet (April 2025) and new flooring in the master bath (April 2025).

    AJ Johnson CENTURY 21 Century Real Estate

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,447
Median Age
38
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$77,542
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,309

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.6%
College Graduates
49.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
% Population in Labor Force
75.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
15''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

32 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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