Thinking about Bellevue real estate? Bellevue, Nebraska sits in Sarpy County along the Missouri River, right next to Offutt Air Force Base, with a straight shot north to Omaha on US-75 (the Kennedy Freeway). I’m Lacory Gordon, a REALTOR® with Revel Realty and an Air Force veteran, and my office is here in Bellevue, so this is the market I know best.
Getting Around Bellevue
US-75, the Kennedy Freeway, is the main north and south route between Bellevue and Omaha. Nebraska Highway 370 (Mission Avenue) runs east and west through town and crosses the Missouri River on the Bellevue Toll Bridge into Iowa, where it meets Interstate 29.
Offutt Air Force Base is in Bellevue, about 10 miles south of downtown Omaha, according to the base’s newcomer page. Its three gates (STRATCOM, Kenney, and Bellevue) each connect to a different part of town, so your gate matters as much as your address. My VA loan guide for Offutt AFB buyers covers gate locations and hours in detail.
Bellevue Parks, Trails, and Outdoor Spaces
Bellevue’s Parks Department says it maintains more than 750 acres of parks and green space, plus the city’s trails. Here are 10 places buyers ask about most, with a link to each official page:
- Fontenelle Forest: a private nature center in Bellevue with more than 1,500 acres, about 17 miles of trails, and a boardwalk through Missouri River bluffs.
- American Heroes Park: city park on County Hwy H10 with football and soccer fields plus paths and trails.
- Haworth Park: riverside park at 2502 Payne Dr with ball fields, tennis, soccer, shelters, trails, and the Winsor Cove campground area.
- Jewell Park: Combs Rd park with Bellevue’s dog park, mountain bike trails, playground, and picnic shelter.
- Everett Park: Betz Rd park with ball fields, splash pad, tennis and basketball, playground, and soccer fields.
- Hastings Banner Park: park with ball fields, playground, splash pad, picnic shelter, and paths and trails.
- College Heights Park: neighborhood park with ball fields, basketball, playground, shelter, soccer fields, and trails.
- Lakewood Villages Park: park with playground, walking path, pavilion, tennis and basketball courts, and a sand volleyball court.
- Looking Glass II Park: city park with a splash pad, restrooms, and paths and trails.
- Gilbert Park: 503 W 29th Ave park with playground, basketball, picnic shelter, and Gilbert Pool / wading pool on site.
Olde Towne and Local History
Bellevue’s history shows up on its streets. In Olde Towne, the Nebraska State Historical Society marker at the Fontenelle Bank building says it was built of handmade bricks in 1856 to serve as the Fontenelle Bank. It later served as the Sarpy County courthouse and as Bellevue’s town hall.
Schools Serving Bellevue
Bellevue Public Schools serves the Bellevue and Offutt community. The district lists two high schools (Bellevue East and Bellevue West), three middle schools, and 15 elementary schools, plus an alternative school and a career and technical education center.
School district lines don’t always follow city limits, and some addresses with a Bellevue mailing address may fall in a different district. Before you write an offer, confirm the district for the exact address with the district itself.
Property Taxes, SIDs, and Sarpy County Basics
When taxes are due
Nebraska law sets property tax due dates by county size. In counties with more than 100,000 people, the first half becomes delinquent April 1 and the second half August 1. Check with the Sarpy County Treasurer for the dates and amounts on a specific parcel.
What an SID means for you
Many subdivisions in the Omaha metro were built inside a sanitary and improvement district (SID). An SID is a local district formed under Nebraska law to install things like sewer, water, streets, sidewalks, and parks for a development. It can add its own levy to your tax bill, so ask for the full tax picture on any home you’re considering, not just the list price.
Veteran homestead exemption
Nebraska’s homestead exemption includes categories for qualifying disabled veterans, such as veterans with a 100% service-connected permanent disability. Applications go to the county assessor between February 2 and June 30. The Nebraska Department of Revenue’s homestead guide has the details.
Buying or Selling in Bellevue
If you’re buying, start with my buyer services and get preapproved early. If you’re selling, read how much is my home worth in Omaha for how pricing works in the metro, then let’s look at your home together.
Explore Nearby Communities
- Papillion, NE real estate: west of Bellevue on Hwy 370, home to the Sarpy County Courthouse campus
- La Vista, NE real estate: north of Papillion, along the 84th Street corridor
- Offutt AFB military and VA home buying: PCS and VA help for Offutt buyers
Bellevue Real Estate FAQs
What school district serves Bellevue, NE?
Bellevue Public Schools serves the Bellevue and Offutt community and runs two high schools, Bellevue East and Bellevue West. District lines don’t always follow city limits, so confirm the district for the exact address before you make an offer.
How close is Bellevue to Offutt Air Force Base?
Offutt Air Force Base is in Bellevue, about 10 miles south of downtown Omaha. The STRATCOM, Kenney, and Bellevue gates each connect to a different part of town, so compare your route to the gate you’ll use.
What is the main commute route from Bellevue to Omaha?
US-75, the Kennedy Freeway, is the main north and south route between Bellevue and Omaha. Nebraska Highway 370 (Mission Avenue) runs east and west through Bellevue and crosses into Iowa on the Bellevue Toll Bridge.
When are property taxes due in Sarpy County?
Nebraska law says that in counties with more than 100,000 people, the first half of real estate taxes becomes delinquent April 1 and the second half August 1. Confirm the dates and amounts for a specific parcel with the Sarpy County Treasurer.
What parks are in Bellevue?
The City of Bellevue Parks Department maintains more than 750 acres of parks and green space, including American Heroes Park, Haworth Park, the dog park at Jewell Park, and the disc golf course at Aspen/Sunday Valley Park. Fontenelle Forest is also in Bellevue.
Let’s Talk
Whether you’re buying your first home in Bellevue or selling one you’ve owned for years, I’m glad to walk you through it. Call or text, email, or use my contact form.
Lacory Gordon, REALTOR® | Revel Realty | (402) 297-6625 | lacoryg@revelne.com
1313 Harlan Dr, Bellevue, NE 68005 | Contact form | About Lacory
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