Name: Open House - 12:00PM-2:00PM
Start: 2026-11-01T12:00:00
End: 2026-11-01T14:00:00
Location: 18316 Acorn DR, Gretna, NE 68028

ABOUT GRETNA

Gretna began as a railroad stop in the 1880s, and its downtown along McKenna Avenue still carries that small-town character: local shops, Dragons spirit on every corner, and neighbors who know each other by name. What’s changed is everything around it, with new subdivisions spreading toward Omaha, a school district growing fast enough to open a second high school, and Nebraska Crossing drawing shoppers from across the region. It’s become one of the fastest-growing communities in the state, and it still feels like the small town people moved here for.

THE HOUSING MARKET

New construction drives the Gretna market, with ranch and two-story plans going up in newer communities like Hidden Hollow, Harvest Creek, and Lincoln Ridge, and finished walkout basements are a common selling point for buyers who want the extra space. Closer to downtown, older homes on established streets offer a lower entry point and mature trees that brand-new phases can’t match. Acreages on the rural edges of town, especially south toward the Platte River, are where buyers find room to spread out, and those properties tend to command a premium.

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NEIGHBORHOODS WITHIN GRETNA

Gretna has a way of surprising people. It has the feel of a small town, yet it sits minutes from the interstate, the Nebraska Crossing Outlets, and the Gretna Crossing YMCA. Its neighborhoods are just as varied. Some are brand-new subdivisions where you can pick your builder and floor plan, and others sit on lakes or on an acreage with room to roam. Here are five worth a closer look.

Harvest Creek

Picture a neighborhood where the YMCA and water park are a short walk away and a pond sits in the common area. Harvest Creek, at the southwest corner of 216th & Lincoln Road, is one of Gretna’s newest communities. Several custom builders work here, so you can browse ranches, two-stories, and plans with finished walkout basements before settling on the one that fits. Highway 6 & Highway 370 are close by, which keeps the commute simple.
Lakeview

Not many Gretna backyards end at the water. In Lakeview, some walkout lots back directly to a new Natural Resources District (NRD) lake, with no neighbors behind you and sunsets reflecting off the surface. The Gretna Crossing YMCA and park are right to the south, so there’s plenty to do close to home. Homes here are recent construction, which makes this one of Gretna’s most distinctive spots.
Gruenther Ridge

Gruenther Ridge sits west of 216th & Gruenther Road, a little off the beaten path. The first phase alone includes 120 single-family lots, and custom builders are shaping homes with stone fireplaces, large kitchen islands, and walk-in pantries. It’s one of the higher-priced neighborhoods in Gretna, and it shows what the city’s newest high-end homes look like.
The Sandhills

How much space is enough? In The Sandhills, the smallest lot is 10 acres. This intimate community of just 15 lots sits west of Highway 31 & Pflug Road, with rolling hills, mature trees, and ponds on several parcels. You can build a custom home, add an outbuilding, and enjoy a low tax levy of 1.83. Homes use a private well and septic system, and Gretna’s amenities are still close by.
Parkview

If you’re searching Gretna on a tighter budget, start here. Parkview has more homes on the market than any other Gretna neighborhood, with established homes and new construction, so there’s a wide selection. It’s an easy way to get into the Gretna school district at one of the city’s more approachable price points.