GRETNA, NEBRASKA- GUIDE TO LIVING

Guide to Living in Gretna, Nebraska

By Nicki Headen, Top Producing Realtor® with eXp Realty — and your Gretna neighbor.
📞 402‑990‑7423
✉️ headenhomewithnicki@gmail.com

🏠 New to Gretna? Start Here!

Welcome to Gretna — we’re so glad you’re here! Whether you’ve just unpacked the boxes or are still house hunting, getting settled in a new community is easier when you know where to begin.

The City of Gretna has created a helpful New Residents Guide packed with the essentials you’ll need to get started and below you will find all sorts of information to help you pick you destination of Gretna, Nebraska-if you have not already :) 

📍 Where’s Gretna?

Located at the intersection of Highways 6 and 370, Gretna offers small-town charm with big-city convenience. It’s just 25–45 minutes from downtown Omaha and 30–50 minutes from Lincoln—perfect for commuters, families, and those craving a quieter pace without sacrificing access.

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🚗 Commuting & Transportation

• To Omaha: ~25–45 minutes

• To Papillion/Bellevue/Offutt AFB: ~25–35 minutes via Highway 370

• To Lincoln: ~30–50 minutes

• Major routes: I‑80, Hwy 370, Hwy 6

• Nearest airport: Omaha Eppley Airfield

💰 Cost of Living & Property Taxes

Gretna’s growing popularity, top-rated schools, and newer subdivisions mean slightly higher property taxes than surrounding areas—but the value is hard to beat.

• Median home price: ~$425,000

• Sarpy County average: ~$350,000
  (Source: Homes.com)

🏥 Healthcare & Services

• Hospitals Nearby: CHI Health Midlands & CHI Lakeside (15–20 min drive)

• Local Clinics: CHI Health Clinic Gretna, Methodist Physicians Clinic, Children’s Physicians Gretna
  (Source: Omaha Guide)

📚 Gretna Schools

Gretna Public Schools consistently ranks among Nebraska’s best, with continued investment in new facilities.

• 7 elementary schools

• 2 middle schools

• 2 high schools

• Recently opened: Cedar Hollow Elementary (2023), Gretna East High School (2024)

• Rated “Excellent” by the Nebraska Department of Education
  (Source: Homes.com)

🏡 Popular Neighborhoods

Whether you're looking for a starter home, growing family space, or luxury estate, Gretna has a neighborhood for you:

• Pebblebrooke – Homes from $320K–$470K

• Tiburon – Golf course community with beautiful views and custom homes

• Aspen Creek – Close to schools and parks, ideal for growing families

• Hidden Hollow – Newer builds, close to shopping and I-80

• Townhomes starting in the low $200Ks

• Estates topping $1M+
  (Source: Homes.com)

🛍️ Shopping, Dining & Coffee

🛍️ Retail & Grocery

• Nebraska Crossing Outlets – Nike, Coach, H&M, Lululemon, REI, and more

• Hy-Vee Superstore – Opened 2024 with Starbucks, sushi bar, wine/spirits, and sit-down dining

🍽️ Fast-Casual & Fast Food

• McDonald’s

• Arby’s

• Culver’s

• Chipotle

• Freddy’s Frozen Custard

🍴 Sit-Down Restaurants

• Basil’s – Fresh Mediterranean

• Hurdat Sports Bar – Great food and game-day vibes

• Marrow – Modern cuisine with local flair

• El Muchacho Alegre – Authentic Mexican with weekend mariachi

☕ Coffee Shops

• Stories Coffee Co.

• Scooter’s Coffee

• Starbucks

• Rally Coffee Co.

• The Beanery

(Source: Omaha Guide, Gretna Chamber of Commerce)

🌳 Parks & Outdoor Fun

• Gretna Crossing Park (opened 2023) – Disc golf, playground, splash pad, pond, sports fields, amphitheater

• Nearby escapes: Chalco Hills, Platte River State Park, Schramm Education Center

• Seasonal favorite: Vala’s Pumpkin Patch & Apple Orchard

• Golf: Private clubs at Tiburon & Lost Rail Golf Club

🛡️ Safety & Environment

Gretna is one of the safest cities in the metro:

• Violent crimes: ~1.02 per 1,000

• Property crimes: ~8.37 per 1,000

• Occasional tornado risk in spring/summer
  (Source: Homes.com)

🚧 Growth & Development

Gretna is booming—and the city is planning for it:

• $3.2B mixed-use expansion near Nebraska Crossing (coming soon)

• New I‑80 exit expected by 2025 to accommodate growth
  (Source: Homes.com)

Ready to Make Gretna Home?

Whether you’re relocating, upgrading, or buying your very first home—Gretna is one of Nebraska’s most desirable places to live. And no one knows it better than someone who lives here, too.

I’m Nicki Headen, Top Producing Realtor® with eXp Realty and your Gretna neighbor. I’d love to help you explore the neighborhoods, navigate the market, and find your perfect home.

📞 402‑990‑7423
✉️ headenhomewithnicki@gmail.com

Sources: Omaha Guide, Homes.com, Gretna Chamber of Commerce — verified July 2025.
All content written and customized by Nicki Headen for local blog use.