Bluestem Prairie

Bluestem Prairie will be an innovative redevelopment at the former site of the Wintergreen Apartments.

A groundbreaking ceremony by Habitat for Humanity of Omaha and its partners began a new frontier of affordable housing as development begins today on Bluestem Prairie near 52nd and Sorensen Parkway.

The 19-acre Bluestem Prairie site replaces the 15-year vacant former Wintergreen Apartments property with an 85-home multi-generational community. The $25 million project will include villas for empty nesters, multiple generation homes with attached accessory dwelling units as well as homes for young and growing families. Up to 15 nearby homes may be renovated as part of the project.

Our project – Bluestem Prairie

Bluestem Prairie will offer affordable homeownership opportunities for families of various sizes, ages, and incomes – from individuals and empty-nesters, to young families and multi-generational households:

• Empty-nesters will appreciate the 19 villas being constructed with thoughtful design and amenities, including zero-entry accessibility options.
• Multiple generations will be able to cohabitate comfortably in homes with attached accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
• Young and growing families will find the space they need to live and grow healthy in our standard 3-5 bedroom homes.

Once the project is complete the homeowners will contribute thousands of dollars in property taxes each year and grow equity that will open countless doors for their families. The Bluestem Prairie project will create more affordable homeownership opportunities for those who are typically excluded from the traditional housing and lending markets and will grow Habitat Omaha’s capacity to make Greater Omaha a stronger community.

Media Library and Resources

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Additional Resources

Bluestem Groundbreaking News Release

Bluestem Prairie Case Statement

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Project Partners

In partnership with Lamp Rynearson, Straighline Design, and TACK Architects, we have updated our house plans to feature a variety of modern home designs in the neighborhood.

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Quality, affordable homeownership provides individuals and families with a strong foundation today and well into the future. Your tax-deductible gift will help more people in the Greater Omaha area build and buy a home of their own.