Bellevue, Bellevue NE — neighborhood review

Bellevue, NE

Bellevue · Sarpy County · NE 68005

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$206K

Median Price

84/100

Walk Score

8.8/10

Schools

30 min

to Omaha Downtown

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
B+Schools
88/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B+Commute
85/100
B+Walkability
84/100
WYLT Score82/100

Our Take

Bellevue offers a solid mix of affordable housing, good schools, and a low flood risk, making it a solid choice for families or first‑time buyers. However, it’s very car‑dependent with almost no walkability or public transit options, and traffic can add to commute times. It’s a decent place if you’re willing to drive most errands and don’t mind the lack of amenities within walking distance.

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The Good

  • ✓Affordable median home price ($179k) relative to median income ($62k),
  • ✓Strong public school ratings (average 8/10),
  • ✓Low flood risk (Zone X),
  • ✓Family‑friendly environment with plenty of parks.

Real Talk

  • !Almost all errands require a car (Walk Score 18),
  • !Transit options are minimal (Transit Score 10) making commutes heavily reliant on driving,
  • !Commute to downtown Omaha can be 20‑30 minutes and may increase with traffic,
  • !Limited nightlife and dining options within a short distance.
  • $Higher property taxes in the area can add up,
  • $Older homes may require more maintenance and repair costs,
  • $Parking and travel expenses due to limited public transit.

Best For

First‑time home buyersFamilies with childrenStudents seeking good schoolsRemote workers who can stay home

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

Bellevue, NE

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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