Housing Options

Overview

This web page has been created to familiarize you with Omaha. Within each location section, you will find housing options based on current student feedback. The list is not exhaustive nor is it endorsed by Creighton University or the School of Pharmacy and Health Professions (SPAHP).

Omaha has been nicknamed the "20-minute city," because depending upon how close you live to the interstate, most everything is within a 20-minute drive. Therefore, many areas may be suitable option. Before selection housing, ask how the traffic is along the route to campus.

Roommate Service

The Admission Office compiles a roommate list for accepted and current students in our professional programs. It is the student's responsibility to contact students on the list to determine possible roommates. Click on the link below to view the list.

Roommate List

You will be asked to enter your username and password. Use the following format:

username: blue\XXX##### (insert NetID for Xs and #s)
password: doit@#### (#### = last four digits of your SSN) *If you have already logged into your CU e-mail account, use your new password to log into the roommate list.

Map and Housing Options

The map below shows the general location of the various areas of town. The borders are not exact. Below the map, you will find area/neighbor descriptions and student reported housing options.

Downtown
Creighton is located in Downtown in an area undergoing major revitalization. The Old Market area (5 minute drive from campus) has old brick warehouses that have been converted to apartments and condominiums. Old Market housing is typically more expensive than other Downtown areas. The Downtown area west of the Old Market/14th Street, offers a wider variety of housing styles and price ranges.

Central/Midtown
An eclectic, older neighborhood with a small town feel. Apartments are typically situated in small complexes amongst homes. The drive to campus is approximately 10 minutes. Students, faculty and staff tend to gravitate to this affordable area if they are looking to live close to campus.

West Central Omaha
Conveniently located in the middle of Omaha near Westroads/Regency shopping districts. The drive to campus is approximately 15 minutes. Many moderately priced apartment complexes are located near 90th and Dodge

  • Mandalay on Pacific, 75th & Pacific, (402) 397-4961, 1-2 bedrooms
  • Peony Village, 78th & Cass, (402) 884-2081, 1-2 bedrooms
  • Spring Acres, 72nd & Spring, (402) 397-0768, 2 bedrooms
  • Spring Tree, 60th & Spring, (402) 551-2084, 1-2 bedrooms
  • Wyndham Hill, 92nd & Burt, (402) 391-0323

South/Southeast Omaha
A culturally diverse area with older, smaller, reasonably priced homes and town homes. This part of town is close to the Henry-Doorly Zoo, Rosenblatt Stadium, and Botanical Gardens, and is approximately a 10 minute drive to campus.

West/Northwest Omaha
The fastest growing area in Omaha. Located in a more suburban setting, with moderately priced housing. Newer apartment complexes with amenities that include pools, garages, and fitness centers. This area is near many new shopping areas, including Village Pointe Mall. The rush hour commute may be 25-25 minutes to campus. 

  • Bristol Square, 97th & Maple, (402) 572-1576, studio & 1-4 bedrooms
  • Beacon Hill, 90th & Maple, (402) 572-1610, studio & 1-2 bedrooms
  • Lion's Head, 108th & Blondo, (402) 496-2448, studio &, 1-2 bedrooms
  • The Vanderbilt, 115th & Blondo, (402) 493-7300, studio & 1-2 bedrooms

Southwest Omaha/Millard
This area is mostly suburban with apartments clustered near Harrison, L, and Q streets. Depending on your location, interstate access may be difficult.  This may result in a longer commute (20-40 minutes) to campus.

  • Autumn Grove, 156th & Q, (402) 891-6400, 1-3 bedrooms
  • Briarwood, 96th & Q, (402) 339-1320, studio & 1-2 bedrooms
  • Harrison Hills, I-80 & Harrison Street, (402) 933-1577, studio & 1-2 bedrooms
  • Tiburon View/Pointe, 168th & Highway 370, (402) 861-8600, 1-2 bedrooms
  • Thomasville, 96th & Q, (402) 331-9138, 1-2 bedrooms

Bellevue, Papillion, Ralston, La Vista
A wide selection of moderately priced rentals, with a 15-20 minute commute to campus. These areas are the suburbs of Omaha with easy access to major interstates and freeways.

  • Alpine Village, 86th & Harrison in La Vista, (402) 331-7441, 1-2 bedrooms
  • Brentwood Park, 108th & Giles in La Vista, (402) 592-3180, 1-2 bedrooms
  • Meridian Club, 72nd & Applewood in Papillion, (402) 331-4242, 1-3 bedrooms
  • The Overlook, 28th and Highway 370 in Bellevue, (402) 292-7601, 1-3 bedrooms
  • The Pavilion at Twin Creek, North of 36th and Hwy 370 in Bellevue, (402) 932-1766, 1-3 bedrooms

Council Bluffs, Iowa
The west side of Council Bluffs (near the downtown Omaha bridge) is close to campus (5-10 minute drive) and the Old Market. Council Bluffs allows easy access to the Omaha area with the only separation being the Missouri River. One benefit to Iowa is lower taxes.

  • River Park, 41st Street, (712) 322-8818, studio & 1-2 bedrooms

Note: Several of the apartments listed above are managed by Broadmoor. Many Creighton students select Broadmoor apartments due to high quality and customer service. If you select a Broadmoor apartment, our Admission Office has $300 gift cards available to use toward your deposit or first month's rent.

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