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LINCOLN, NE 68508

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lancaster County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇩ 19% vs 21 last year
Pending
5
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$286,500
⇧ 2.3% vs $280,000 last year
Average Price
$415,908
⇩ 10.2% vs $463,234 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 9.7% vs 62 days last year

Market Context

Population: 17,056  ·  Density: 2,221.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $34,520

Typical home value: $103,280  ·  Homeownership: 8.6%

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68508) currently shows 17 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 2.3% year-over-year, from $280,000 to $286,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 21 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $286,500 (+2.3% YoY)
  • Average: $415,908 (-10.2% 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 10.8 miles — 734 listings ($342,772,185 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68508Lincoln, NE 685080.0 mi17$7,070,436$286,500$415,908
68502Lincoln, NE 685022.4 mi81$22,875,210$249,900$282,410
68510Lincoln, NE 685103.1 mi56$15,882,328$259,950$283,613
68522Lincoln, NE 685223.5 mi38$12,285,020$299,000$323,290
68505Lincoln, NE 685054.8 mi53$16,255,100$289,450$306,700
68507Lincoln, NE 685075.7 mi62$18,882,658$295,950$304,559
68524Lincoln, NE 685246.2 mi18$4,379,166$237,500$243,287
68516Lincoln, NE 685166.6 mi237$125,774,004$475,000$530,692
68520Lincoln, NE 685208.1 mi53$38,152,050$675,000$719,850
68526Lincoln, NE 685268.8 mi92$53,930,400$484,450$586,200
68402Malcolm, NE 6840210.0 mi2$1,450,000$725,000$725,000
68339Denton, NE 6833910.3 mi7$8,321,075$1,332,500$1,188,725
68430Roca, NE 6843010.8 mi18$17,514,738$639,950$973,041

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68508?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68508), compared to 21 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68508?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68508 is $286,500 as of January 2026, a 2.3% increase from $280,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68508 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68508?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68508 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 62 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 68508 save an estimated $5,730 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $286,500. 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.