Housing is a primary interest for the city. Visitors have much to see and do in the city of Bellevue. Wintering eagles, fishing, boating, a butterfly garden located at the bordering state park, the largest wood frame mill in Iowa, camping and water sports make the city attractive. Many of the limestone buildings in Bellevue are on National Historic Register. Commerce and light industry are targets in community development plans.
Barge traffic is seen daily along the river.
Bellevue has a public school and a private school in the community.