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LINCOLN, NE 68523

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
47
⇧ 42.4% vs 33 last year
Pending
13
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$399,975
⇩ 13.6% vs $463,175 last year
Average Price
$442,970
⇩ 17.1% vs $534,615 last year
Days on Market
32
⇩ 63.2% vs 87 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,849  ·  Density: 45.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $121,563

Typical home value: $479,680  ·  Homeownership: 95.6%

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68523) currently shows 47 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 32 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13.6% year-over-year, from $463,175 to $399,975.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 47 this year vs 33 last year
  • Days on market: 32 now vs 87 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $399,975 (-13.6% YoY)
  • Average: $442,970 (-17.1% 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 12.8 miles — 455 listings ($185,999,886 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68523Lincoln, NE 685230.0 mi47$20,819,590$399,975$442,970
68522Lincoln, NE 685223.7 mi38$12,285,020$299,000$323,290
68339Denton, NE 683395.8 mi7$8,321,075$1,332,500$1,188,725
68532Lincoln, NE 685326.1 mi2$1,398,000$699,000$699,000
68528Lincoln, NE 685286.8 mi22$9,029,174$339,250$410,417
68506Lincoln, NE 685067.0 mi84$24,073,056$265,000$286,584
68503Lincoln, NE 685037.5 mi35$6,855,240$184,300$195,864
68404Martell, NE 684048.1 mi4$2,249,200$568,000$562,300
68526Lincoln, NE 685269.1 mi92$53,930,400$484,450$586,200
68504Lincoln, NE 685049.6 mi27$5,894,640$209,999$218,320
68507Lincoln, NE 6850711.5 mi62$18,882,658$295,950$304,559
68372Hickman, NE 6837212.0 mi31$20,451,165$525,000$659,715
68368Hallam, NE 6836812.8 mi4$1,810,668$420,000$452,667

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68523?

As of January 2026, there are 47 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68523), compared to 33 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68523?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68523 is $399,975 as of January 2026, a 13.6% decrease from $463,175 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68523 spend an average of 32 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 87 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68523?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68523 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 87 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 68523 save an estimated $8,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $399,975. 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.