Gifford Park Real Estate & Homes for Sale

In the mid 1850's the city of Omaha surveyed and platted one of the first claims in the city which happened to be owned by Omaha's first mayor, Jesse Lowe. A portion of this claim—located in the general area bounded today by Dodge Street, the North Freeway, Cuming Street, and 38^th Street—became known as Gifford Park. This followed the donation of five and half acres by Dr. Harold Gifford, Sr. to be used in the area as a neighborhood park.

Today, the community has a very active neighborhood association which is committed to preserving and revitalizing the community. Gifford Park itself is home to a playground, ball diamond, two tennis courts, walking paths, and a shelter area. One of the major projects for the past few years has been a community garden with programs especially aimed at teens and younger children. Because of its success, other communities are modeling similar programs after it.

The Gifford Park Neighborhood Association also sponsors an annual Easter Egg Hunt, a holiday decorating contest and a holiday neighborhood banquet. Active in Restore Omaha, it is intent on preserving buildings in the area—i.e. the former Tech High School which now serves as the Omaha Public School Administrative Building and Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart as well as homes for families of all income brackets.

If you are ready to start your home buying or selling journey, browse the latest homes for sale in Gifford Park. You can also contact us—we are here to help!