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Meadowlane University Place

LINCOLN, NE 68505

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 68505

Meadowlane · University Place

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68505) currently shows 60 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 33 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 33 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 20.2% year-over-year, from $267,225 to $321,125.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 18,205  ·  Density: 1,625.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,962

Typical home value: $202,915  ·  Homeownership: 58.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
60
⇧ 3.4% vs 58 last year
Pending
31
52% pending ratio
Median Price
$321,125
⇧ 20.2% vs $267,225 last year
Average Price
$325,995
⇧ 21.6% vs $268,162 last year
Days on Market
33
⇧ 37.5% vs 24 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$168
⇧ 8.4% vs $155/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,128 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 60 this year vs 58 last year
  • Days on market: 33 now vs 24 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $321,125 (+20.2% YoY)
  • Average: $325,995 (+21.6% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.0 miles — 685 listings ($292,328,967 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68505Lincoln, NE 685050.0 mi53$16,294,373$288,500$307,441
68507Lincoln, NE 685072.4 mi70$20,310,220$261,875$290,146
68506Lincoln, NE 685063.1 mi86$23,213,980$245,975$269,930
68520Lincoln, NE 685203.7 mi55$39,105,770$665,000$711,014
68502Lincoln, NE 685025.3 mi74$19,607,410$227,250$264,965
68521Lincoln, NE 685215.8 mi135$58,146,660$407,613$430,716
68526Lincoln, NE 685266.6 mi95$59,510,280$499,225$626,424
68517Lincoln, NE 685177.5 mi3$2,961,000$987,000$987,000
68514Lincoln, NE 685147.8 mi18$6,385,320$329,875$354,740
68523Lincoln, NE 685239.6 mi49$21,805,343$409,938$445,007
68347Eagle, NE 6834710.2 mi9$4,030,497$434,450$447,833
68528Lincoln, NE 6852810.6 mi30$12,534,210$301,250$417,807
68317Bennet, NE 6831712.0 mi8$8,423,904$674,000$1,052,988

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68505?

As of April 2026, there are 60 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68505), compared to 58 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68505?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68505 is $321,125 as of April 2026, a 20.2% increase from $267,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68505 spend an average of 33 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 24 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68505?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68505 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 33 days on market compared to 24 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 68505 save an estimated $6,423 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $321,125. 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.