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LINCOLN, NE 68521

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 68521

Autumn Wood · Belmont · Bicentennial Estates · Highlands · Tri-Court

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68521) currently shows 153 active listings, with 72 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 34 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.7% year-over-year, from $389,066 to $403,413.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 38,231  ·  Density: 1,120.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,582

Typical home value: $217,763  ·  Homeownership: 56.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
153
⇧ 28.6% vs 119 last year
Pending
72
47% pending ratio
Median Price
$403,413
⇧ 3.7% vs $389,066 last year
Average Price
$429,668
⇧ 1.4% vs $423,849 last year
Days on Market
65
⇧ 51.2% vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$196
⇧ 0.5% vs $195/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,063 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 153 this year vs 119 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $403,413 (+3.7% YoY)
  • Average: $429,668 (+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 12.0 miles — 821 listings ($372,445,023 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68521Lincoln, NE 685210.0 mi135$58,146,660$407,613$430,716
68508Lincoln, NE 685083.0 mi15$4,629,225$228,650$308,615
68524Lincoln, NE 685244.6 mi17$3,523,862$184,500$207,286
68507Lincoln, NE 685075.4 mi70$20,310,220$261,875$290,146
68522Lincoln, NE 685225.6 mi37$11,976,308$336,225$323,684
68528Lincoln, NE 685286.0 mi30$12,534,210$301,250$417,807
68506Lincoln, NE 685066.7 mi86$23,213,980$245,975$269,930
68402Malcolm, NE 684028.1 mi1$725,000$725,000$725,000
68512Lincoln, NE 685128.6 mi35$14,316,750$364,900$409,050
68523Lincoln, NE 685239.0 mi49$21,805,343$409,938$445,007
68516Lincoln, NE 685169.6 mi244$132,404,160$482,626$542,640
68526Lincoln, NE 6852611.3 mi95$59,510,280$499,225$626,424
68339Denton, NE 6833912.0 mi7$9,349,025$1,335,575$1,335,575

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68521?

As of April 2026, there are 153 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68521), compared to 119 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68521?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68521 is $403,413 as of April 2026, a 3.7% increase from $389,066 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68521 spend an average of 65 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68521?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68521 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 34 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 43 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 68521 save an estimated $8,068 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $403,413. 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.