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LINCOLN, NE 68517

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
100% pending ratio
Median Price
$729,859
⇩ 43.9% vs $1,300,000 last year
Average Price
$788,286
⇩ 39.4% vs $1,300,000 last year
Days on Market
6
⇩ 92.7% vs 82 days last year

Market Context

Population: 539  ·  Density: 7.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $107,440

Typical home value: $491,127  ·  Homeownership: 90.1%

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68517) currently shows 1 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 6 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 6 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 43.9% year-over-year, from $1,300,000 to $729,859.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 6 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $729,859 (-43.9% YoY)
  • Average: $788,286 (-39.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 13.9 miles — 483 listings ($218,718,520 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68517Lincoln, NE 685170.0 mi1$788,286$729,859$788,286
68462Waverly, NE 684624.1 mi19$7,743,754$394,950$407,566
68504Lincoln, NE 685046.2 mi27$5,894,640$209,999$218,320
68527Lincoln, NE 685277.6 mi79$42,754,642$457,475$541,198
68503Lincoln, NE 685038.3 mi35$6,855,240$184,300$195,864
68366Greenwood, NE 683669.1 mi4$1,686,000$421,500$421,500
68508Lincoln, NE 685089.6 mi17$7,070,436$286,500$415,908
68428Raymond, NE 6842810.3 mi4$1,377,332$365,000$344,333
68524Lincoln, NE 6852411.2 mi18$4,379,166$237,500$243,287
68304Alvo, NE 6830411.7 mi2$660,000$330,000$330,000
68522Lincoln, NE 6852212.9 mi38$12,285,020$299,000$323,290
68402Malcolm, NE 6840213.3 mi2$1,450,000$725,000$725,000
68516Lincoln, NE 6851613.9 mi237$125,774,004$475,000$530,692

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68517?

As of January 2026, there are 1 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68517), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68517?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68517 is $729,859 as of January 2026, a 43.9% decrease from $1,300,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68517 spend an average of 6 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68517?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68517 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 6 days on market compared to 82 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 68517 save an estimated $14,597 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $729,859. 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.