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LINCOLN, NE 68516

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 68516

Amber Hills · Bishop Park · Colonial Hills · Family Acres · Greater South · Porter Ridge · South 48th Street · Southern Hills · Yankee Ridge

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68516) currently shows 317 active listings, with 127 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 65 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has risen 10.6% year-over-year, from $482,450 to $533,738.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 46,714  ·  Density: 953.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $97,394

Typical home value: $313,340  ·  Homeownership: 69.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
317
⇧ 25.8% vs 252 last year
Pending
127
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$533,738
⇧ 10.6% vs $482,450 last year
Average Price
$562,753
⇧ 1.4% vs $555,101 last year
Days on Market
41
vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$184
⇩ 2.6% vs $189/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,949 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 317 this year vs 252 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $533,738 (+10.6% YoY)
  • Average: $562,753 (+1.4% 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 11.7 miles — 673 listings ($307,215,622 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68516Lincoln, NE 685160.0 mi244$132,404,160$482,626$542,640
68512Lincoln, NE 685123.3 mi35$14,316,750$364,900$409,050
68502Lincoln, NE 685024.5 mi74$19,607,410$227,250$264,965
68510Lincoln, NE 685105.0 mi56$15,099,616$246,700$269,636
68505Lincoln, NE 685056.3 mi53$16,294,373$288,500$307,441
68520Lincoln, NE 685206.4 mi55$39,105,770$665,000$711,014
68461Walton, NE 684617.1 mi4$16,786,668$4,150,000$4,196,667
68504Lincoln, NE 685048.3 mi40$8,980,520$211,950$224,513
68507Lincoln, NE 685078.8 mi70$20,310,220$261,875$290,146
68438Sprague, NE 684389.2 mi1$250,000$250,000$250,000
68404Martell, NE 6840410.0 mi4$2,176,900$544,000$544,225
68528Lincoln, NE 6852811.0 mi30$12,534,210$301,250$417,807
68339Denton, NE 6833911.7 mi7$9,349,025$1,335,575$1,335,575

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68516?

As of June 2026, there are 317 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68516), compared to 252 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68516?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68516 is $533,738 as of June 2026, a 10.6% increase from $482,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68516 spend an average of 41 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 68516?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68516 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 65 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LINCOLN, NE 68516 save an estimated $10,675 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $533,738. 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.