Omaha Land Bank
282 government-owned homes and lots currently listed in Omaha, Nebraska — off-market inventory that never reaches Zillow, updated daily on LandBankSearch.
- properties for sale
- 282
- pricing model
- On application
- established
- 2014
- service-area residents
- 488,197
Inventory last changed October 4, 2026 · checked daily
Current listings
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Pick a property
Browse the Omaha Land Bank inventory above or on the map. Every parcel links to its official source listing where one exists.
Check the local rules
Each land bank runs its own process — many prioritize owner-occupants, require proof of funds, or ask for a renovation or maintenance plan.
Apply and close
Most purchases start with an application to the land bank rather than an offer through an agent. Timelines run from a few weeks to a few months.
Who can buy
- Not the owner at the time of the tax foreclosure that sent the property to the land bank, nor an officer, member or immediate family member of that owner
- Not an owner of real property with unresolved code violations or a recent history of them
- Not an owner of tax-delinquent real property
- Not an owner of property that was subject to a tax foreclosure judgment in the past 5 years
- Not a prior land bank buyer who failed to complete or document renovation, development or compliance requirements
- Side lot: the lot must be vacant, share at least a 50% common boundary with the buyer's occupied property, and the buyer must hold title to that property
- Residential structure: proof of immediately available funds to buy and renovate (cash, available credit or liquid assets); help from friends or relatives is not accepted unless they also apply
- An ineligible designation can be appealed to the full Board
What you'll need to apply
- Submit a written application for each property through the online Buy Property portal or a printed form
- State the proposed use; it should fit zoning and land use rules
- Complete the pre-application survey, including proof of a meeting with the City of Omaha Planning Department and preliminary approval
- Sign a certified statement that you have no delinquent property taxes, no unpaid special assessments or liens, and no pending maintenance violations or unpaid citation fines
- List all owners, officers, members or partners of a buying entity with their primary residences
- Pay the non-refundable application fee for each property
- Residential structure: include a full renovation plan
- Applications are due by the second Monday of the month
After you buy
- Renovate a house to a safe, habitable condition within 9 months of closing
- Redevelop a vacant lot or commercial or industrial building within 2 years, unless the Board approves an extension
- A development requirement stays on the title and the land bank monitors compliance
- If the buyer fails to comply, the land bank may repurchase after written notice and 60 days to cure
- Transfer is by special warranty deed once the requirement is released
Staff review, then the Acquisition and Disposition Committee, then Board approval; the Board clears delinquent taxes before closing through a title company
Summarized from the official program page ↗ · verified October 2026 · always confirm current rules before applying
Our step-by-step buying guide covers every stage, from proof of funds to closing. For how the process works across Nebraska, read How to buy land bank property in Nebraska.
Omaha Land Bank FAQ
How many properties does the Omaha Land Bank have for sale?
282 properties are currently listed; pricing is set during the application process. LandBankSearch refreshes this inventory from the official source daily.
What are the requirements to buy from the Omaha Land Bank?
Not the owner at the time of the tax foreclosure that sent the property to the land bank, nor an officer, member or immediate family member of that owner. Not an owner of real property with unresolved code violations or a recent history of them. Not an owner of tax-delinquent real property. Not an owner of property that was subject to a tax foreclosure judgment in the past 5 years. Not a prior land bank buyer who failed to complete or document renovation, development or compliance requirements. Side lot: the lot must be vacant, share at least a 50% common boundary with the buyer's occupied property, and the buyer must hold title to that property. Residential structure: proof of immediately available funds to buy and renovate (cash, available credit or liquid assets); help from friends or relatives is not accepted unless they also apply. An ineligible designation can be appealed to the full Board. To apply, expect to provide: submit a written application for each property through the online Buy Property portal or a printed form; state the proposed use; it should fit zoning and land use rules; complete the pre-application survey, including proof of a meeting with the City of Omaha Planning Department and preliminary approval; sign a certified statement that you have no delinquent property taxes, no unpaid special assessments or liens, and no pending maintenance violations or unpaid citation fines; list all owners, officers, members or partners of a buying entity with their primary residences; pay the non-refundable application fee for each property; residential structure: include a full renovation plan; applications are due by the second Monday of the month. Verified against the official site in October 2026.
How do I buy a property from the Omaha Land Bank?
Purchases start with an application to the land bank, not an offer through an agent: pick a property from the list, review the program rules (owner-occupant priority, investor policies, renovation requirements), and apply with proof of funds. Check the official website for current application details.
Where does this Omaha Land Bank data come from?
Directly from the Omaha Land Bank's official public inventory, aggregated and refreshed daily by LandBankSearch. Always verify details on the official site before making an offer — inventory and prices change frequently.