East Omaha Homes for Sale

East Omaha is a neighborhood located a mile and a half north of Downtown Omaha and less than 3 miles from Eppley Airfield. The area is primarily industrial, with warehouses and trucking centers surrounding freight railroad tracks. Apartments and single-family homes make up about one-third of the property mix. Home prices are notably low, attracting first-time buyers and investors, with median sale prices around $118,000. Housing styles include New Traditional and Craftsman homes from the 2010s alongside cottages, National homes and bungalows from the late 1800s. Some houses might need extensive renovations. Commuting is straightforward, as North 16th Street leads to Downtown Omaha in about five minutes, and the trip takes about 15 minutes on Metro buses. For commuters, Council Bluffs is a 10- to 15-minute drive away. Local amenities and attractions include Chubb Foods grocery store, Shoreline Golf Club, Prairie Flower Casino, Miller’s Landing park and Carter Lake for water recreation. For a taste of shopping, dining and nightlife, Omaha’s historic Old Market is 10 minutes away by car and 20 by bus. Most kids attend Omaha Public Schools, and highly rated Central High offers specialized academic pathways. Future development projects by the Omaha Economic Development Corporation are expected to boost the local economy by 2028.