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LINCOLN, NE 68526

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
92
⇧ 39.4% vs 66 last year
Pending
18
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$484,450
⇩ 22.5% vs $625,000 last year
Average Price
$586,200
⇩ 6.2% vs $625,063 last year
Days on Market
65
⇧ 18.2% vs 55 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,088  ·  Density: 257.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $121,900

Typical home value: $400,323  ·  Homeownership: 78.5%

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68526) currently shows 92 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 22.5% year-over-year, from $625,000 to $484,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 92 this year vs 66 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $484,450 (-22.5% YoY)
  • Average: $586,200 (-6.2% 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 13.8 miles — 605 listings ($313,694,095 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68526Lincoln, NE 685260.0 mi92$53,930,400$484,450$586,200
68461Walton, NE 684614.3 mi3$10,061,250$3,820,000$3,353,750
68520Lincoln, NE 685204.8 mi53$38,152,050$675,000$719,850
68430Roca, NE 684306.1 mi18$17,514,738$639,950$973,041
68512Lincoln, NE 685126.4 mi40$15,872,360$372,450$396,809
68502Lincoln, NE 685027.1 mi81$22,875,210$249,900$282,410
68527Lincoln, NE 685278.5 mi79$42,754,642$457,475$541,198
68372Hickman, NE 683728.9 mi31$20,451,165$525,000$659,715
68523Lincoln, NE 685239.1 mi47$20,819,590$399,975$442,970
68347Eagle, NE 683479.7 mi9$3,635,820$289,900$403,980
68418Palmyra, NE 6841810.7 mi4$4,781,332$551,250$1,195,333
68521Lincoln, NE 6852111.3 mi126$53,816,364$403,625$427,114
68528Lincoln, NE 6852813.8 mi22$9,029,174$339,250$410,417

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68526?

As of January 2026, there are 92 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68526), compared to 66 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68526?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68526 is $484,450 as of January 2026, a 22.5% decrease from $625,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68526 spend an average of 65 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68526?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68526 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 55 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 68526 save an estimated $9,689 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $484,450. 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.