Fort Calhoun, Nebraska Real Estate & Community Information

Welcome to Fort Calhoun, NE! This charming city is located in Washington County, Nebraska just eight short miles north of Omaha. Established in 1855, the city was named after John C. Calhoun and is the home of the first US Army post that was established west of the Missouri River, Fort Atkinson, which was erected in 1819 and is now a National Historic Landmark. Fort Calhoun, NE is comprised of many beautiful single-family homes that vary in size and style, and the median home value is $335,000. 

Shopping and Dining in Fort Calhoun, NE
There are a variety of fun shopping destinations and tasty restaurants in and around Fort Calhoun, NE for residents and guests of the area to enjoy. If you are looking to spend your days galivanting around town be sure to stop by Teal Creek Boutique, where you will find a variety of clothing, jewelry, and charming gift items. About fifteen miles south is Plaza North Shopping Center and Westroads Mall which offer many well-known shopping destinations. 

There are a variety of cuisines and restaurant atmospheres when it comes to dining out in Fort Calhoun, NE. A few popular spots include Buck’s Pizza, Longhorn Bar & Restaurant, The Fort Bar, The Rustic Restaurant, and Too Far North Wines and Wine Tasting. Additionally, residents of the area are less than twenty-five minutes from the heart of Omaha and all the unique boutiques, shopping spots, and dining destinations around town.

Parks and Recreation in Fort Calhoun, NE
If you are looking to pack your days with nonstop fun, endless adventure, and a splash of history then Fort Calhoun, NE is the perfect destination! There are museums, parks, trails, and community events for residents and visitors of the area to enjoy. For the history buffs, Fort Atkinson is a must-visit - especially during the living history weekends when the re-enactors are present – as well as Fort Atkinson State Historical Park and Washington County Museum. 

For a day outdoors, spend your time getting lost and adventuring through West Market Square Park, Pioneer Park, and/or The Fort Calhoun Trail. The Fort Calhoun Community Building Field and the baseball and softball fields located on 12th and Madison are the perfect destinations for outdoor recreation and sporting events. There is also West Market Square Gazebo, which is a quiet, quaint destination to sip a warm coffee and take in the beautiful surrounding scenery of Fort Calhoun, NE. 

Schools, Health and Transportation in Fort Calhoun, NE
Families living in Fort Calhoun, NE are located in a great school system, with Fort Calhoun Elementary School and Fort Calhoun High School serving the students of the area. Other resources include Fort Calhoun Community Building, Pioneer Learning Center, and Fort Calhoun Library. For medical facilities, there are MCH Fort Calhoun Clinic and Memorial Community Hospital nearby, as well as Autumn Pointe Assisted Living. For the jet setters of the area, the closest airport for Fort Calhoun residents if Eppley Airfield, which is located about sixteen miles away in Omaha, NE.