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LINCOLN, NE 68502

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lancaster County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
81
⇧ 35% vs 60 last year
Pending
27
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$249,900
⇧ 0.3% vs $249,175 last year
Average Price
$282,410
⇩ 0.1% vs $282,828 last year
Days on Market
52
⇧ 20.9% vs 43 days last year

Market Context

Population: 26,784  ·  Density: 1,549.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,792

Typical home value: $199,891  ·  Homeownership: 53.2%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68502) currently shows 81 active listings, with 27 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 21 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.3% year-over-year, from $249,175 to $249,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 81 this year vs 60 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $249,900 (+0.3% YoY)
  • Average: $282,410 (-0.1% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 11.5 miles — 667 listings ($326,210,712 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68502Lincoln, NE 685020.0 mi81$22,875,210$249,900$282,410
68503Lincoln, NE 685033.2 mi35$6,855,240$184,300$195,864
68512Lincoln, NE 685123.2 mi40$15,872,360$372,450$396,809
68522Lincoln, NE 685223.2 mi38$12,285,020$299,000$323,290
68516Lincoln, NE 685164.5 mi237$125,774,004$475,000$530,692
68504Lincoln, NE 685045.3 mi27$5,894,640$209,999$218,320
68528Lincoln, NE 685286.7 mi22$9,029,174$339,250$410,417
68526Lincoln, NE 685267.1 mi92$53,930,400$484,450$586,200
68520Lincoln, NE 685207.8 mi53$38,152,050$675,000$719,850
68430Roca, NE 684308.4 mi18$17,514,738$639,950$973,041
68461Walton, NE 684619.8 mi3$10,061,250$3,820,000$3,353,750
68514Lincoln, NE 6851410.7 mi20$7,178,340$334,250$358,917
68517Lincoln, NE 6851711.5 mi1$788,286$729,859$788,286

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68502?

As of January 2026, there are 81 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68502), compared to 60 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68502?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68502 is $249,900 as of January 2026, a 0.3% increase from $249,175 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in LINCOLN, NE?

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68502 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68502?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68502 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 21 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in LINCOLN, NE?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LINCOLN, NE 68502 save an estimated $4,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $249,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.