Melia, NE

Located about five miles southwest of Gretna in Sarpy County, Melia is a quiet rural community surrounded by open fields and rolling farmland. The settlement got its start in the early 1900s as a small railroad stop on the John J. Melia farm, supporting local cattle and grain trade. Today, the area offers a relaxed, spread-out countryside feel for residents who value wide-open spaces while staying within easy reach of Gretna’s growing amenities. With scenic state parks along the nearby Platte River and straightforward drives into both Omaha and Lincoln, Melia makes a peaceful home base in eastern Nebraska.