Bellevue University

Bellevue, NE

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Bellevue University - Bellevue, NE

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Bellevue University is a private institution committed to providing students with flexible, accredited degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels in addition to continuing education. Founded in 1966, Bellevue is a leader in adult education, preparing students for lifelong success with career-relevant knowledge and skills.

Located just north of the Offutt Air Force Base, BU’s 46-acre main campus is convenient to plenty of apartments and houses available for rent in the city of Bellevue as well as nearby Papillion, La Vista, and Ralston. Close proximity to I-29, U.S. 75, and the Nebraska-Iowa border makes getting around from the BU campus simple.

Bellevue offers many options to get involved on campus with a variety of student organizations and fun events like concert series and the Global Festival in addition to NAIA Division II Bruin athletics. Just off campus, there are several natural destinations such as the Missouri River, Manawa State Park, and Lauritzen Gardens. Downtown Omaha is just a ten-minute drive from campus as well.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Bellevue, NE is $958 for a studio, $1,009 for one bedroom, $1,277 for two bedrooms, and $1,567 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bellevue has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 531 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $958/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 740 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,009/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,012 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,277/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,245 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,567/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

45

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

5

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Bellevue Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

451 Students

8
out of 10

Two Springs Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

362 Students

6
out of 10

Lemay Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

330 Students

6
out of 10

Anderson Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

315 Students

6
out of 10

Wake Robin Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

541 Students

5
out of 10

Lewis & Clark Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

512 Students

7
out of 10

Bellevue Mission Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

391 Students

6
out of 10

Logan Fontenelle Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

493 Students

5
out of 10

Chap Center

Public

Grades PK-12

Rating Unavailable

Bellevue West Sr High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,536 Students

5
out of 10

Bellevue East Sr High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,423 Students

2
out of 10

Chap Center

Public

Grades PK-12

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Fontenelle Forest Nature Center
  • Gifford Farm Education Center
  • Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo
  • Lauritzen Gardens
  • Lake Manawa State Park

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Eppley Airfield

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