Article: New `Big-House' Complex under Development in Omaha, Neb.

By Victor Epstein, Omaha World-Herald, Neb. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News

Oct. 17--The big house has a whole new meaning these days in West Omaha and people are clamoring to get into it.

The big house in question is not a prison or jail, but rather an upscale rental trend that combines the space and amenities of a single family home with the convenience of apartment living. The concept appears to be doing well for property managers in a tough rental market, both in Omaha and nationwide.

The number of upscale renters has contracted in the past year as stock portfolios have shrunk, businesses have cut jobs and lower mortgage rates have ...

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