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LINCOLN, NE 68506

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
84
⇧ 3.7% vs 81 last year
Pending
24
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$265,000
⇩ 0.9% vs $267,450 last year
Average Price
$286,584
⇩ 7.7% vs $310,475 last year
Days on Market
45
⇧ 9.8% vs 41 days last year

Market Context

Population: 28,321  ·  Density: 1,563.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,588

Typical home value: $229,761  ·  Homeownership: 64.0%

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68506) currently shows 84 active listings, with 24 pending sales. Homes are averaging 45 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 45 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.9% year-over-year, from $267,450 to $265,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 84 this year vs 81 last year
  • Days on market: 45 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $265,000 (-0.9% YoY)
  • Average: $286,584 (-7.7% 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 11.4 miles — 468 listings ($202,365,064 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68506Lincoln, NE 685060.0 mi84$24,073,056$265,000$286,584
68505Lincoln, NE 685053.1 mi53$16,255,100$289,450$306,700
68503Lincoln, NE 685033.3 mi35$6,855,240$184,300$195,864
68508Lincoln, NE 685084.2 mi17$7,070,436$286,500$415,908
68526Lincoln, NE 685264.7 mi92$53,930,400$484,450$586,200
68504Lincoln, NE 685045.0 mi27$5,894,640$209,999$218,320
68522Lincoln, NE 685226.4 mi38$12,285,020$299,000$323,290
68461Walton, NE 684616.7 mi3$10,061,250$3,820,000$3,353,750
68527Lincoln, NE 685277.7 mi79$42,754,642$457,475$541,198
68528Lincoln, NE 685289.7 mi22$9,029,174$339,250$410,417
68317Bennet, NE 6831710.4 mi8$9,732,000$892,000$1,216,500
68517Lincoln, NE 6851710.5 mi1$788,286$729,859$788,286
68347Eagle, NE 6834711.4 mi9$3,635,820$289,900$403,980

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68506?

As of January 2026, there are 84 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68506), compared to 81 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68506?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68506 is $265,000 as of January 2026, a 0.9% decrease from $267,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68506 spend an average of 45 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68506?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68506 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 45 days on market compared to 41 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 68506 save an estimated $5,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $265,000. 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.