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Omaha, NE Local Guide

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Omaha Overview

Omaha, Nebraska is a wonderful place to call home. With a wide variety of fun to be had all over town and plenty of options in great apartments in Omaha to call home, this place may be the perfect place you've been looking for. Omaha has developed from a scrappy trading city bordered by lands occupied by the Pawnee, Otoe, Sious and Ioway into vibrant city with a strong business community. The development of the stockyards, packing houses and associated breweries created a sustainable base for the city’s continual development.

What is the history of Omaha?

The development of the Omaha stockyards brought the development of the area meat-packing houses. This sparked such enormous growth that the city earned the nickname “The Magic City”. Over time, the city became known as a meatpacking powerhouse and attracted speculators who developed the local breweries. Experiencing continual growth, the city, during the 1940s, became the home for the Strategic Air Command (SAC). During the first decade of the 21st century, the city of Omaha has seen the investment of several billion dollars in new construction projects. These projects have created the active, lively city that residents enjoy today.

How is the weather in Omaha?

Weather wise, Omaha can be a very agreeable city if you know what you are moving into. Annually, the city receives approximately 22 inches of snow. In the spring, this is followed by approximately 29 inches of rain. Spread out over the course of a year, the city this does not dampen the spirits of residents. There are, on average, 214 sunny days per year. Temperatures range from a summer high of 86 degrees in July to a winter January low of 12 degrees.

How do I get around town?

Omaha, NE was the head of several important trails that people used when moving west. It was also an important hub for the first Transcontinental Railroad. This distinction earned the city the nickname the “Gate City of the West”. Today, resident travel along a well-defined roadway system. Light rail and the re-establishment of street cars also facilitate movement around the city. Eppley Airfield see approximately 400 flights a week giving residents even more transportation options.

What is the Omaha commute like?

With a roadway and public transit system, the average commute time is between 15-22 minutes. The majority, 81.4%, drive alone. A smaller percentage, 9.8%, car pool. One area where Omaha is lacking is that only 0.6% use the exemplary public transit solutions available to residents.

What are the local media outlets?

There are a wide range of media outlets in Omaha ranging from Fox Sports Radio to popular FM stations such as NPR, stations devoted to country music and, the ever popular, Big Apple Radio. The Daily Record is the prominent local newspaper. The Omaha City Weekly and the Omaha Magazine provide the latest information in city events, entertainment and recreational activities.

Why live in Omaha, NE?

Omaha is known for its rich, diverse heritage. While a modern city that is moving into the future, residents also cherish and honor the past. They never forget that the city was built on a vast convergence of people from varied backgrounds. It is this cultural mix that has left a distinct mark on the city and its development. As a proud people, the city’s rough scrabble beginnings have grown into a certain strength and pride making it a wonderful place to call home. And - with a plethora of Omaha apartments for rent available all over town for prices that fit any budget, you can't lose here!

What Omaha landmarks should I see?

Sports fans can enjoy baseball and football at the TD Ameritrade Park. Home of the College World Series, the park also hosts Creighton baseball and the Omaha Nighthawks UFL. Nearby Freedom Park is the home of the Nebraska Cricket Club and the Cricket Club of Nebraska. In Werner Park, the Omaha Storm Chasers (MiLB) hosts games. The park is also the part-time home of the Omaha Mavericks baseball team.

What is there to do around Omaha?

There is so much to see in Omaha! From the historic Burlington Train Station to the only extant cast iron front building in Nebraska, the Christian Specht Building, residents and visitors alike will have the opportunity to take in all the things that has made Omaha what it is today.

Any annual festivals or Omaha events to know?

One of the largest annual events held in Omaha is the NCAA Men's College World Series that features the top baseball teams from across the country each June. The Summer Arts Festival, Jazz on the Green and San in the City also offer fantastic Summer fun for locals. During the holiday season, Omaha becomes very festive with a number of festivals that highlight the season.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

Just about an hour outside of Lincoln and located right along the Nebraska, Iowa border, Omaha has plenty of wonderful opportunities to escape within a few hours. Whether your idea of adventure is hopping on I29 for a 3 hour trip to KC to take in a Royals game or spending a day exploring Des Moines or Sioux City (both only about 2 hours drive), you are sure to find plenty of day trip destinations waiting for you in Omaha.

Where is the best place to move in Omaha?

Omaha has several neighborhoods that attract new and current residents. All have plenty of options for Omaha apartments to suit your need. Each way stands out in its own way. Benson is a neighborhood with live music venues, funky shops and restaurants to suit any taste. Armbrust Acres is a lakeside neighborhood that features mature trees and serene streetscapes. The Morton Meadows neighborhood in downtown Omaha offers residents a more historical backdrop with early 20th century architecture and carefully planned streets. Wherever you go in Omaha, you will find a feeling that you belong. The intermingling of rich history, warm people and forward thinking will make you feel instantly at home.

Filled with gorgeous natural scenery and down-home mid-western charm, Omaha apartments epitomize the good life for many Nebraska residents. From the oh-so-famous corn fields to a surprising amount of thriving nightlife options, Omaha has become an increasingly popular cultural hotspot, making it an ideal destination to call home.

With us by your side as the ultimate Omaha apartment search tool, we're hoping to help you connect with the ideal place to call home!

From epic steaks to secret-recipe fried chicken, Omaha apartments put a world of first-rate cuisine options at your fingers. Get exotic with Italian-inspired fare at Vivace Restaurant, or sample some seriously mouth-watering beef at Omaha Prime. Stroll through the downtown streets and linger at the Bemis Center for Contemporary Art, or get close to nature at the local Botanical Gardens. With an Omaha apartment the options seem endless.

Finding yourself a great new apartment in Omaha is a breeze, so don't let another minute go by without a Nebraska zip code to call your own! Start your search today!

Omaha, NE
Population: 468,262

Ranked #42

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Omaha, NE

Ranked #1

Among cities in Nebraska for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Omaha, NE

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Omaha

How much are Studio apartments in Omaha?

There are currently 191 Studio Apartments in Omaha with rent ranges from $475 to $4,901 with an average price of $1,164.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Omaha Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Omaha ranges from $510 to $2,888 with an average monthly rent of $1,278.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Omaha cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Omaha range from $620 to $3,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,658.

How expensive are Omaha Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 199 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Omaha on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $910 to $4,725 - averaging $2,029 for the location.

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