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Omaha Metro
Stats:
Typical Home
3 bedrooms, 1 baths, 1-car garage
Average Price
$165,000
Average Rent
$1,500
Welcome to Omaha
Omaha remains Nebraska’s largest city, with a population just shy of one million. Despite its size, it maintains its top-ranked reputation as a family-friendly city, offering a desirable quality of life and an affordable cost of living.
A vibrant downtown is crucial to big-city success, and Omaha is investing $7.9 billion in the development, enhancement, and modernization of its downtown convention district, riverfront, and surrounding areas. The Mutual of Omaha Skyscraper will transform the skyline, while the 9.6-acre Gene Leahy Mall will offer play areas, dog parks, and a concert pavilion. Heartland of America Park will feature an event plaza, ice skating, and rollerblading, and Lewis and Clark Park will provide 25 acres of walking paths, recreational trails, a marina, volleyball courts, and a boardwalk. The Kiewit Luminarium will engage visitors of all ages with a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).
Omaha’s neighborhoods are also thriving. Little Italy and Little Bohemia are undergoing major renovations, drawing increasing attention. The entertainment-focused Capitol District, along with the Builder’s District and Millwork Commons, are rapidly growing alongside downtown. Renovated mansions in the Gold Coast and Gifford Park neighborhoods compete with trendy areas like Dundee, Benson, and Aksarben Village for the best repurposed historical neighborhoods for families, singles, and couples. Happy Hollow and Memorial Park are also not to be overlooked.
Midtown Crossing and the Blackstone District, near the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the University of Nebraska–Omaha, are experiencing significant growth. Yet, the ethnic and historical sections remain highly desirable retail and residential areas, undergoing their own renovations.
While the city’s center has shifted from 72nd and Dodge streets, the allure of larger living spaces, more privacy, and lawns draws many homebuyers to western developments and suburbs. Neighborhoods such as Rockbrook, Regency, and Westside are just as popular as the downtown areas, catering to those with different lifestyle preferences.
Omaha’s attractions are plentiful. The Omaha Community Playhouse, Lauritzen Gardens, Kennefick Park, a citywide bike trail system, and abundant parks and green spaces, plus the Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium—consistently ranked among the nation’s top zoos—offer entertainment for all ages. Family-friendly activities and shopping options abound in every direction.
Omaha is also a foodie’s paradise, with a wide variety of dining options, from chef-owned fine dining to classic steakhouses, ethnic eateries, renowned vegan restaurants, and unique burger joints. The city’s innovative culinary scene is something to be proud of, especially as the home of the Reuben sandwich.
Papillion
Stats:
Typical Home
3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 3-car garage
Average Price
$437,775
Average Rent
$2,200
Welcome to Papillion
Papillion offers the charm of small-town living while being conveniently close to Omaha, Bellevue’s Offutt Air Force Base, and a thriving technology park that includes Facebook’s Papillion Data Center, Google’s data center, and the new Amazon Fulfillment Center.
Papillion has a long history of being named one of the country’s best places to live and raise a family. From Money magazine and USA Today to Bloomberg Business week and U.S. News & World Report, numerous national media outlets have praised this small, upscale town over the years.
Papillion boasts top-ranked public schools, low unemployment and crime rates, affordable housing, 19 first-class city parks, 18 miles of biking/hiking trails citywide, and two public golf courses. Its quaint downtown is packed with historical buildings repurposed for shops, offices, bars, and restaurants, while modern shopping, eateries, and entertainment lie a couple of miles south at such places as Midlands Place and Shadow Lake Towne Center. Papillion is a welcoming, comfortable place for singles, couples, families, and retirees.
Residents find fun at Werner Park, home of the Omaha Storm Chasers (the Kansas City Royal’s Triple A affiliate) and Union Omaha soccer; Papio Fun Park, featuring mini golf, bumper cars, an arcade, and more; Papio Bay Aquatic Center, 5 acres of outdoor fun; and the open-air SumTur Amphitheater at Walnut Creek, host to national acts, concerts and local events, including free family movie nights.
The Annual Papillion Days Festival is a popular summer event. It includes a carnival, parade, the Beer Fest, a giant fireworks show, and the Market in the Park for food, crafts, and family fun.
Bellevue
Stats:
Typical Home
3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-car garage
Average Price
$299,950
Average Rent
$1,800
Welcome to Bellevue
Offutt Air Force Base has been a driving force behind Bellevue’s population growth. Originally established as the headquarters for Strategic Air Command, Offutt is now home to the 55th Wing of the U.S. Strategic Command (StratCom) and the Air Force Weather Agency. Many military personnel find themselves so captivated by Bellevue that they choose to retire here.
Bellevue is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. The city’s varied topography is ideal for parks and an extensive network of wooded and paved trails. Walkers, runners, and cyclists can explore the Bellevue Loop Trail, which is part of the southern leg of the Keystone Trail System and connects to numerous other trails throughout the Greater Omaha area.
With over 600 acres of parkland, Bellevue offers ample opportunities for residents to enjoy the outdoors. Fontenelle Forest Nature Center, a federally designated National Natural Landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Sites, spans 1,400 acres of riverside hills and trails. The nature center hosts educational programs, children’s summer camps, a ropes course, an art gallery, an ADA-accessible boardwalk with expansive views, rugged hiking through forests, prairies, and wetlands, and even the Raptor Wildlife Refuge for rescued birds. It’s a place you’ll want to visit again and again.
Haworth Park, located along the Missouri River, is a favorite spot for camping and is the southernmost point on the Bellevue Loop Trail. The park is also home to the city’s annual Riverfront Festival, a family-friendly event that includes the Nebraska State BBQ Competition. Bellevue Berry Farm, on the town’s western border, hosts an annual Renaissance Festival and popular Halloween festivities. And don’t miss the Bellevue Farmer’s Market, held every Saturday morning from June through September in Old Towne’s charming Washington Park. It’s small-town Midwest living at its finest.
Bellevue’s locally-owned food scene is exceptional, thanks to its globally diverse population, influenced by Offutt AFB. The city offers a variety of ethnic restaurants, including Vietnamese, Korean, Hawaiian/Filipino/PanAsian, Hispanic, Italian, Mediterranean/Greek, and a sushi restaurant that’s been named one of Greater Omaha’s best. A soul food restaurant originally opened to serve homesick military personnel, has become a local favorite. And Stella’s, often recognized as Nebraska’s best burger spot, is known worldwide.
Housing options in Bellevue are plentiful, with numerous apartment communities, senior living centers, and single-family villas and homes available. Several new subdivisions have been developed in the past three years, including Liberty, Hyda Hills II, and Lions Gate. No matter where you go in Bellevue, you’ll be greeted by friendly, welcoming Midwesterners.
Gretna
Stats:
Typical Home
4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3-car garage
Average Price
$414,420
Average Rent
$2,350
Welcome to Gretna
Located just 13 miles north of Interstate-80’s Exit 432, Gretna is easily accessible via U.S. Highway 6 and Nebraska Highway 370. This thriving community offers all the daily necessities and conveniences, including a grocery store, pharmacy, daycares, florists, medical providers, and a selection of eateries. Shopping and dining options are further expanded with the nearby Nebraska Crossing Outlets and the attractions of Omaha.
Gretna is proud of its top-notch school system, which retains a charming small-town feel. The city boasts several parks and recreational fields that host youth sports leagues for softball, baseball, basketball, soccer, and both flag and tackle football. The popular Tiburon Golf Course, featuring 27 holes of championship golf, is surrounded by 12 acres of lakes and wooded areas. The annual summertime Gretna Days Festival brings the community together to celebrate the joys of small-town living.
Gretna is also known for its serene, picturesque landscapes and easy access to stellar outdoor attractions. Just a short drive east off Highway 370 is Vala’s Pumpkin Patch, a beloved family destination whose Fall Festival—complete with pumpkin picking, train and pony rides, Storybook Barn, Spook Shed, and more—grows more popular every year.
A quick six-mile trip southwest across the Platte River leads to Exit 426, where you’ll find Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, offering a variety of family-friendly recreational activities such as a waterpark, horseback riding, fishing, hiking, tennis and basketball courts, golf, a 70-foot observation tower, and overnight accommodations at the Peter Kiewit Lodge and cabin rentals. The Denman and Mary Mallory Kountze Theater hosts old-fashioned summertime melodramas where audiences can even throw popcorn at the villain.
Next door, you’ll discover the Strategic Air & Space Museum, a $29.5 million, 300,000-square-foot tribute to historic aircraft, featuring a stunning glass atrium showcasing a Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird. Just south of the same exit is the Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park & Wildlife Safari, where visitors can take a four-mile drive-through to see elk, bison, and pronghorn in their natural habitats. At Wolf Canyon Overlook, guests can walk a 30-foot boarded walkway to get an up-close view of the resident wolf pack.
Gretna offers a range of housing options, including apartment and townhome communities, as well as single-family villas and homes. Discover your new home among well-loved neighborhoods or explore new developments such as Aspen Creek North, Hidden Hollow, Lincoln Ridge, Harrison 210, Lakeview, Remmington West, Sunset Meadows, and Tiburon View. Your piece of the prairie is waiting for you.
Elkhorn
Stats:
Typical Home
4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3-car garage
Average Price
$517,000
Average Rent
$2,257
Welcome to Elkhorn
Annexed by Omaha in 2007, Elkhorn has preserved its small-town charm with a historic downtown. This affluent suburb, home to families, couples, and retirees, is highly desirable and just minutes away from Omaha. Elkhorn also boasts a top-rated school system, and it’s home to Omaha’s Metro Community College’s western campus.
Entertainment in Elkhorn is diverse, with sports options for all ages at Lawrence Youngman Park, various ball diamonds, and numerous horse stables in the surrounding area. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the popular Indian Creek Golf Club, while Bowlero Entertainment Center and Medieval Putt offer fun for the whole family. There are also plenty of fitness and dance studios, and the addition of a brand-new Costco adds to the community’s convenience. For outdoor enthusiasts, tubing, kayaking, and tanking on the Elkhorn River are popular activities.
Housing options in Elkhorn range from apartment and townhome communities to villas and single-family homes. You can find your new home among well-established neighborhoods or explore new developments such as Anchor View, Arcadia Ridge, Avente, Blue Sage Creek 2, Bluestem Meadows, Calarosa/Vistina, Sanctuary Ridge, Privada, and Westbury Farm, among others.
Bennington
Stats:
Typical Home
3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2-car garage
Average Price
$437,750
Average Rent
$2,395
Welcome to Bennington
The small-town flavor to residents who want to maintain an attractive but efficient suburb away from the hustle of the city.
Recreation is offered through an excellent park and lake system. Bennington Lake is the area’s crown jewel, and it offers nearly 300 acres of water surrounded by the upscale housing development Newport Landing. Boating, waterskiing, and fishing for smallmouth and largemouth bass, crappie and catfish are popular activities. A five-mile walking trail surrounds the lake and connects to many other parks and schools.
Also popular are Centennial Park, Tim Ohrt Park, the Johns-Bohn Park and Soccer Complex, and the Bennington Athletic League Sports Complex. Myriad organized sports as well as family time on open play areas and at gazebos and picnic shelters are other options. Nearby regional facilities include Prairie View Recreation Area (accessible via the Bennington Lake Trail) and Omaha’s Glenn Cunningham Lake, Flanagan Lake and Standing Bear Lake, which adds more hiking/biking trails, water sports and wildlife viewing to the mix. There’s even a radio-controlled airplane runway facility.
In June the community celebrates Bennington Daze. No one can throw a party like a small town, and the fun can include volleyball, golf and cornhole tournaments, a parade, barbecue contest, beer garden, street dancing, fireworks and much more.
Options for housing in Bennington include apartment communities, the senior living center, and numerous single-family villas and homes. Find your new home among well-loved houses or new builds at subdivisions such as Newport Vista, Kempten Creek, Lakeview 168, Majestic Point II, Pier 15, and Summer Hill Farm just to name a few. You won’t be sorry you moved to this small-town gem.