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LINCOLN, NE 68517

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

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68517) currently shows 4 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 21 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 selling faster, averaging 21 days on market compared to 61 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 42.8% year-over-year, from $1,700,000 to $972,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇧ 100% vs 2 last year
Pending
2
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$972,250
⇩ 42.8% vs $1,700,000 last year
Average Price
$972,250
⇩ 42.8% vs $1,700,000 last year
Days on Market
21
⇩ 65.6% vs 61 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$271
⇩ 13.1% vs $312/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,684 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 21 now vs 61 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $972,250 (-42.8% YoY)
  • Average: $972,250 (-42.8% 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 13.9 miles — 511 listings ($229,552,909 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68517Lincoln, NE 685170.0 mi3$2,961,000$987,000$987,000
68462Waverly, NE 684624.1 mi19$7,543,380$379,999$397,020
68504Lincoln, NE 685046.2 mi40$8,980,520$211,950$224,513
68527Lincoln, NE 685277.6 mi78$43,469,088$482,713$557,296
68503Lincoln, NE 685038.3 mi44$8,688,900$173,575$197,475
68366Greenwood, NE 683669.1 mi5$1,497,500$299,500$299,500
68508Lincoln, NE 685089.6 mi15$4,629,225$228,650$308,615
68428Raymond, NE 6842810.3 mi6$2,640,966$469,250$440,161
68524Lincoln, NE 6852411.2 mi17$3,523,862$184,500$207,286
68304Alvo, NE 6830411.7 mi2$513,000$256,500$256,500
68522Lincoln, NE 6852212.9 mi37$11,976,308$336,225$323,684
68402Malcolm, NE 6840213.3 mi1$725,000$725,000$725,000
68516Lincoln, NE 6851613.9 mi244$132,404,160$482,626$542,640

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 4 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 $972,250 as of March 2026, a 42.8% decrease from $1,700,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68517 spend an average of 21 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 61 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 March 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68517 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 21 days on market compared to 61 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 $19,445 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $972,250. 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.