Quick answer
Arts and music scene, bar district, gentrifying, young professionals; 1BR $900–1,300
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Benson, Omaha
Arts and music scene, bar district, gentrifying, young professionals; 1BR $900–1,300
Omaha Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,050/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,320/mo
Median home price
$250K
Avg utilities
$145/mo
City-wide medians. Benson rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Omaha breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Omaha
Compare Benson with other popular areas.
Old Market
Cobblestone streets, most walkable area, restaurants and bars, galleries; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Dundee
Historic bungalows, independent coffee shops, walkable, established; 1BR $1,000–1,400
Midtown Crossing
Mixed-use development, walkable, Joslyn Museum adjacent, newer; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Elkhorn / Millard
Safe western suburbs, new construction, top-rated schools, families; 1BR $1,000–1,400
Papillion / La Vista
Affordable southern suburbs, Offutt AFB adjacent, excellent schools; 1BR $950–1,300
West Omaha (196th area)
Newest development, corporate campuses, largest homes, furthest from downtown; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benson a good neighborhood in Omaha?
Arts and music scene, bar district, gentrifying, young professionals; 1BR $900–1,300
What is the rent in Benson, Omaha?
Omaha citywide median 1BR rent is $1,050/mo. Benson pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Omaha often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Benson in Omaha known for?
Arts and music scene, bar district, gentrifying, young professionals; 1BR $900–1,300
How does Benson compare to other Omaha neighborhoods?
Benson is one of 7 notable neighborhoods in Omaha. Other options include Old Market, Dundee, Midtown Crossing.
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