March 03, 2010
Omaha’s proximity to Offutt AFB in Bellevue makes it a great place to settle down for military families. As US Air Force personnel return home from their assignments, they must make a lot of decisions on where to raise their families for the long term. The Omaha area should definitely be considered.
The residents of Omaha do a great job of balancing city life with the casual country lifestyle. There’s a downhome feeling among the people who live in Omaha, probably because of its roots in farming. The corn fields on the outskirts of town are not so distant that residents have forgotten their beginnings (or their manners).
With the countryside close at hand, one is never too far from the joys of spending time outdoors with the family. It is a very short drive (in fact, a short walk, depending on where you choose to live) to the grand Missouri River, where you’ll find three seasons (at least) worth of fun. Boating on the river is popular, especially for guys (and gals) who like to go fishing for some smallmouth every now and then. But water sports like personal watercraft are also popular on the river, and you’ll find water skiers out all summer long.
If you’re a military family, you probably already know that Bellevue is the home of the base. But there are many tracts around the City that are near to Offutt, and they are good choices for school districts as well as homes.
If you’re looking for Omaha real estate, it’s a good idea to check out Bellevue homes as well, of course. But also take a look at Papillion-La Vista, a community on the southeast side of Omaha. You can find a list of some of the more popular Omaha neighborhoods here.
