
About This Property
Bluffs At Cherry Hills offers 196 low-income rental units in Omaha, Nebraska, with a unit mix of 90 two-bedroom, 67 three-bedroom, and 39 four-bedroom apartments. The property was placed in service in 2016 and utilizes 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. The development is managed and available for affordable housing purposes.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Omaha Housing Authority
Effective 1.1.2025, the waiting list will only be open for one-bedroom apartments to seniors 62 years of age and older. Applications are placed on the waiting list in date/time order, with preference points potentially moving applications higher.
1,500 will be selected for the 2023 lottery. Applications are taken when the list opens, announced in local newspapers and on OHA's website.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Douglas County, NE
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $895 |
| 1 Bedroom | $971 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,170 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,562 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,733 |
Income Limits - Douglas County, NE
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,750
- Low (80%)
- $49,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,150
- Low (80%)
- $56,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,750
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,550
- Low (80%)
- $63,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,900
- Low (80%)
- $70,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,450
- Low (80%)
- $75,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,950
- Low (80%)
- $81,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $54,450
- Low (80%)
- $87,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $57,950
- Low (80%)
- $92,750
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,450 | $30,750 | $49,200 |
| 2 Persons | $21,100 | $35,150 | $56,200 |
| 3 Persons | $23,750 | $39,550 | $63,250 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $43,900 | $70,250 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $47,450 | $75,900 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $50,950 | $81,500 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $54,450 | $87,150 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $57,950 | $92,750 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Omaha, NE?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Douglas County, NE is: $895 (Studio), $971 (1BR), $1170 (2BR), $1562 (3BR), $1733 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Bluffs At Cherry Hills is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Bluffs At Cherry Hills?+
Bluffs At Cherry Hills offers the following unit types: 90 Two-Bedroom, 67 Three-Bedroom, 39 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 196 units.
How do I apply for housing at Bluffs At Cherry Hills?+
Bluffs At Cherry Hills is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What is the price range for apartments in Omaha, NE?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Douglas County, the estimated price range is: 2-bedroom: $1170, 3-bedroom: $1562. Actual rent at Bluffs At Cherry Hills may be lower for income-eligible households.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Douglas County, NE?+
For a 4-person household in Douglas County, NE, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $43,900, Low Income (80% AMI): $70,250. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Bluffs At Cherry Hills?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
Who manages Bluffs At Cherry Hills?+
Bluffs At Cherry Hills is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
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