Why Live in Belmont
Belmont, a quiet suburban neighborhood in Lincoln, is located four miles southeast of Lincoln Airport and four miles north of the Nebraska State Capitol. This area features mid-20th century homes, including well-maintained bungalows, ranch-style, and split-foyer homes. Belmont is known for its tight-knit community and modern amenities. The neighborhood offers various attractions, such as Max E. Roper Park East, which spans 62 acres and includes a popular disc golf course and a bike trail through wooded waterways. Belmont Park, adjacent to Belmont Elementary School, features an outdoor swimming pool, sports fields, and picnic shelters. Dining options include fast food spots like Runza and McDonald's, and Spikes Beach Bar and Grille, which boasts 12 beach volleyball courts. North Ridge Shopping Center provides convenient access to eateries, Dollar General, Westlake Ace Hardware, and CVS.
Belmont is served by Lincoln Public Schools, a highly rated district known for its diversity, athletics, and academics. Younger students attend Belmont Elementary, Goodrich Middle, and North Star High, all of which receive solid ratings. The neighborhood is well-connected with StarTran, Lincoln's bus system, and Interstate 180, facilitating travel to the airport and downtown. Belmont residents enjoy community events such as block parties, cookouts, and park cleanups. The LUX Center for the Arts in nearby University Place offers art programs and summer camps, while downtown Lincoln, just six miles away, hosts car shows, concerts, and University of Nebraska football games.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Belmont a good place to live?
Belmont is a good place to live. Belmont is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Belmont has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.6 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $62,378 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Belmont are renters, with 50.6% of residents renting and 49.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Belmont can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Belmont neighborhood guide.
Is Belmont, NE a safe neighborhood?
Belmont, NE is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Belmont?
The median home price in Belmont is $239,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $48,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $53K a year to afford the median home price in Belmont. The average household income in Belmont is $62K.
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Home Trends in Belmont, NE
On average, homes in Belmont, Lincoln sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Belmont, Lincoln over the last 12 months is $235,500, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$235,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$237,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$239,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$162
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Median List Price
$239,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%