Luxury Homes And Properties For Sale in Omaha

Omaha is the largest city in Nebraska and is located in the eastern part of the state. The city is situated right along the banks of the Mississippi River, which forms a natural barrier between Nebraska and Iowa.    

Omaha’s riverfront location has made it an important transportation artery since its founding in 1854, earning the city the nickname “Gateway to the West.” Those seeking luxury homes for sale in the area will enjoy a lush countryside characterized by gently rolling hills.    

The continental climate of the Omaha area is marked by four distinct seasons, with highs in the summer ranging from the mid- to high-80s, while winters bring highs in the mid-30s to lows in the mid-teens.    

The city of Omaha itself is home to around 480,000 residents, while over 900,000 people live in the surrounding metro area. Luxury real estate seekers are often drawn to Omaha due to the area’s balance of big city amenities and its vast array of outdoor recreational offerings.    

Outdoors enthusiasts will find plenty to love in Omaha’s hundreds of miles of biking and hiking trails as well as the city’s numerous parks and gardens. Boating and fishing sites are likewise numerous along the city’s five lakes and two rivers.    

The nearby Fontenelle Forest and Neale Woods offer 2,000 acres worth of natural beauty to explore, while Glacier Creek Preserve holds 525 additional acres of country scenery.   

Omaha is also home to the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, which is largely regarded as one of the best zoos in the United States. The center features world-class exhibits such as the world’s largest indoor deserts, swamps and rainforests.  

Omaha’s luxury real estate market also provides front row access to some of the country's most celebrated Omaha steakhouses, such as Anthony's Steakhouse, Tavern 180 and Gorat's Steak House. The city also includes plenty of other culinary offerings featuring cuisines from all over the world.   

Omaha is also known for its wide selection of over 190 bars, clubs and live music venues.  

In addition to a thriving nightlife, the city is also filled with numerous shopping opportunities.    

Shoppers will find plenty to explore among the area’s upscale boutiques, charming shopping centers and large shopping malls. Warren Buffet, the legendary “Oracle of Omaha” owns several local retail venues, such as Borsheim's jewelry store and Nebraska Furniture Mart.    

Those interested in exploring Omaha homes for sale will also be delighted to discover the city’s expansive art scene, which features over 20 different museums and galleries. Local favorites include the Bemis Center for Contemporary Art and the Joslyn Art Museum, which houses masterpieces by artists such as Pollack, Monet and Renoir.    

Other Omaha museums include El Museo Latino, the Midwest’s first Latino art museum, and Love's Jazz and Art Center, which has hosted some of the most iconic names in jazz music.    

Live theater opportunities abound in Omaha at the city’s many playhouses, such as the Omaha Community Playhouse, the John Beasley Theater and a beautifully restored vaudeville palace known as the Rose Theater.    

Music fans will also enjoy live performances at the Omaha Symphony, the Holland Center for Performing Arts and the historic Orpheum Theatre.   

Some of Omaha’s best luxury real estate options can be found in neighborhoods such as Elkhorn and Dahlman. Homes for sale on Nottingham Drive and Cleveland Boulevard offer some of the best real estate that Omaha has to offer.    

For quality service and assistance with your search for luxury properties for sale in Omaha, contact an agent at Luxury Portfolio International today. Your luxury Omaha home is waiting.