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Omaha is a steady market, not a boom. The Omaha-Council Bluffs metro passed 1 million people in 2024, up about 16% since 2010, and jobs are a little above their 2019 level. Typical home values are at a record high, about 84% higher than ten years ago, and rents have risen about 67% since 2015. Prices are still lower than in most big metros, but at about 0.46% rent-to-price a median-priced rental bought with a mortgage at today's rates loses money each month, and Nebraska property taxes are high. State law is landlord-friendly: a 7-day notice for unpaid rent, a one-month deposit cap, and a 2025 law that bars local rent control. Omaha does make landlords register their rentals with the city. Our three vetted agents cover Omaha, and one of our agent partners invests in rentals himself.
Long-term rental purchases in Omaha, led by an agent partner who invests in the market himself and knows it well.
An agent partner who owns rentals can talk through a deal the way an investor would, not just as a home sale.
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What investors say about our Omaha agents
“…Chris invests himself and is not only investing savvy but also incredibly knowledgeable about the Omaha market. He was communicative and quick to respond. His reputation set me up for success, too. His rapport with the other agent on the other side of the transaction made for a smooth transaction, which I really appreciate.”
“…He is building out a team and connected us with Kirk who was actually our agent. I dont know if Kirk invests, he was good to work with but also a little new and there were some hiccups in the flow”
Is Omaha worth investing in? The long-term trends
People, jobs, rents and prices for the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro, straight from the Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Zillow. Hover or tap a chart for exact values.
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| Period | Value |
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| 2010 | 868,063 |
| 2011 | 877,958 |
| 2012 | 888,027 |
| 2013 | 898,856 |
| 2014 | 909,835 |
| 2015 | 921,119 |
| 2016 | 932,855 |
| 2017 | 942,990 |
| 2018 | 953,125 |
| 2019 | 962,010 |
| 2020 | 969,154 |
| 2021 | 973,018 |
| 2022 | 978,383 |
| 2023 | 988,504 |
| 2024 | 1,000,266 |
| 2025 | 1,009,836 |
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| Period | Value |
|---|---|
| 2011 | +648 |
| 2012 | +37 |
| 2013 | +1,349 |
| 2014 | +451 |
| 2015 | +1,235 |
| 2016 | +696 |
| 2017 | +338 |
| 2018 | +1,307 |
| 2019 | +693 |
| 2020 | -494 |
| 2021 | -1,041 |
| 2022 | -1,864 |
| 2023 | +780 |
| 2024 | +1,289 |
| 2025 | +2,258 |
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| Period | Value |
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| 2010 | 459,800 |
| 2011 | 464,300 |
| 2012 | 470,300 |
| 2013 | 477,900 |
| 2014 | 485,000 |
| 2015 | 492,600 |
| 2016 | 497,500 |
| 2017 | 499,700 |
| 2018 | 502,700 |
| 2019 | 507,000 |
| 2020 | 484,700 |
| 2021 | 492,400 |
| 2022 | 499,900 |
| 2023 | 509,700 |
| 2024 | 515,200 |
| 2025 | 518,700 |
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| Period | Value |
|---|---|
| Dec 2015 | $862/mo |
| Dec 2016 | $897/mo |
| Dec 2017 | $922/mo |
| Dec 2018 | $953/mo |
| Dec 2019 | $993/mo |
| Dec 2020 | $1,028/mo |
| Dec 2021 | $1,127/mo |
| Dec 2022 | $1,219/mo |
| Dec 2023 | $1,285/mo |
| Dec 2024 | $1,339/mo |
| Dec 2025 | $1,397/mo |
| Aug 2026 | $1,413/mo |
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| Period | Value |
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| Dec 2010 | $144,197 |
| Dec 2011 | $142,054 |
| Dec 2012 | $143,893 |
| Dec 2013 | $149,160 |
| Dec 2014 | $152,841 |
| Dec 2015 | $162,083 |
| Dec 2016 | $170,284 |
| Dec 2017 | $181,680 |
| Dec 2018 | $192,085 |
| Dec 2019 | $204,730 |
| Dec 2020 | $226,235 |
| Dec 2021 | $249,645 |
| Dec 2022 | $275,925 |
| Dec 2023 | $290,473 |
| Dec 2024 | $299,548 |
| Dec 2025 | $304,763 |
| Aug 2026 | $308,213 |
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| Period | Value |
|---|---|
| Dec 2015 | 15.7× |
| Dec 2016 | 15.8× |
| Dec 2017 | 16.4× |
| Dec 2018 | 16.8× |
| Dec 2019 | 17.2× |
| Dec 2020 | 18.3× |
| Dec 2021 | 18.5× |
| Dec 2022 | 18.9× |
| Dec 2023 | 18.8× |
| Dec 2024 | 18.6× |
| Dec 2025 | 18.2× |
| Aug 2026 | 18.2× |
Data retrieved October 15, 2026. Figures cover the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro area.
The numbers and rules that matter in Omaha
Zillow Home Value Index, Omaha-Council Bluffs metro, Aug 2026 (+2.5% YoY).
Zillow Observed Rent Index, all home types, Aug 2026 (+1.9% YoY). Single-family 3-beds rent higher.
Typical rent ÷ typical home value. Well under the 1% rule; plan on cash flow from buying right, not from rents.
Over the past year: home values +2.5%, rents +1.9%.
Nebraska landlord-tenant basics
Nebraska is generally landlord-friendly. Most of the rules are in the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1401 to 76-1449). The points investors ask about most:
- No rent control: a 2025 law (LB 266) bars cities, villages and counties from enacting or enforcing rent control on private property. It exempts landlords who agree to rent limits by contract and some affordable-housing land use and inclusionary programs. There's no statewide cap on increases.
- Nonpayment (76-1431): if rent is unpaid, give written notice. If the tenant doesn't pay within 7 calendar days, you can end the rental agreement. For other lease breaches, the notice gives a termination date at least 30 days out and the tenant has 14 days to fix the problem.
- Security deposit cap (76-1416): one month's rent, plus a pet deposit of up to a quarter of a month's rent where appropriate.
- Deposit return (76-1416): return the balance with a written itemized list of deductions within 14 days after the tenancy ends.
- Entry (76-1423): at least 24 hours' notice, at reasonable times, unless there's an emergency.
- Since 2025 (LB 185), notices can be sent electronically only if the tenant agrees, and you can't make that a condition of the lease.
- Omaha rental registration: under Ordinance 41767 (2019), owners of residential rental property in Omaha must register with the city, and the program includes city inspections. Register through the Planning Department's rental registration site and ask your agent or property manager about the current inspection rules.
Short-term rental rules in Omaha
Nebraska limits what cities can do about short-term rentals. Under a 2019 state law (Neb. Rev. Stat. 18-1758), a city can't ban rentals of a home for 30 days or less, outright or in effect.
- Cities must apply zoning, noise, nuisance and property maintenance rules to a short-term rental the same way they apply them to similar homes. Rules aimed only at short-term rentals are allowed if their main purpose is public health and safety.
- We couldn't confirm a separate short-term rental license in Omaha as of October 2026. Check with the City of Omaha Planning Department before you buy, since that can change.
- Stays under 30 days owe Nebraska sales tax and the state lodging tax, plus any county lodging tax and local taxes. Confirm which ones your booking platform collects for you and register to remit the rest.
- HOAs, condo bylaws, deed restrictions and your lender can still prohibit short-term rentals. Check them before you buy. Council Bluffs is in Iowa, under different rules.
Last reviewed October 15, 2026. General information, not legal or tax advice — rules and fees change, so confirm with the city, the statute, or your attorney before you rely on them. Sources: Zillow Research data (ZHVI, ZORI) — Omaha metro; Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1401 to 76-1449 — Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1431 — Tenant noncompliance; nonpayment of rent; Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1416 — Security deposits; Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1423 — Landlord access; LB 266 (2025) — Local rent control prohibited; LB 185 (2025) — Electronic delivery of landlord-tenant notices; Neb. Rev. Stat. 18-1758 — Municipal short-term rental regulation; City of Omaha Planning Department — Rental registration; Nebraska Department of Revenue — Lodging tax regulations.
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Questions investors ask about Omaha
How many investor-friendly agents do you have in Omaha?
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We currently work with 3 vetted agent partners in Omaha. One of them invests in rentals himself. We match you with the ones that fit your strategy, budget and target area, and if none of them do, we'll tell you upfront.
Is Omaha a good market for cash-flowing rentals?
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Not at median prices with a mortgage. Typical rent-to-price in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro is about 0.46% a month, better than most big metros but far below the 1% rule, and Nebraska property taxes are high. Omaha is a steady market: population, jobs and rents have grown slowly and consistently. Investors who do well here buy for long-term growth, buy below median and add value, or put more cash down.
Is Nebraska landlord-friendly?
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Generally, yes. Since 2025 state law bars local rent control, a tenant who doesn't pay rent within 7 days of written notice can have the lease ended, deposits are capped at one month's rent (plus a pet deposit of up to a quarter month), and you have 14 days to return a deposit with an itemized list.
Do I have to register a rental property in Omaha?
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Yes. Under a 2019 city ordinance, owners of residential rental property in Omaha must register with the city, and the program includes city inspections. Your agent or property manager can walk you through the current requirements.
Can I run an Airbnb in Omaha?
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Generally, yes. Nebraska law bars cities from banning short-term rentals, though they still have to follow zoning, noise and property maintenance rules. We couldn't confirm a separate Omaha STR license, so check with the city before you buy. You owe Nebraska sales and lodging taxes on stays under 30 days, and HOA or condo rules can still prohibit STRs.
What does it cost to get matched with an Omaha agent?
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Nothing. Agents Invest is free for investors. The agent pays us a referral fee only if you close a deal with them.
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