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COLUMBUS, NE 68601

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Platte County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBUS, NE real estate market (68601) currently shows 163 active listings, with 52 pending sales. Homes are averaging 113 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 85 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 113 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.7% year-over-year, from $319,500 to $325,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 30,224  ·  Density: 40.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,871

Typical home value: $192,822  ·  Homeownership: 72.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
163
⇧ 109% vs 78 last year
Pending
52
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$325,000
⇧ 1.7% vs $319,500 last year
Average Price
$368,221
⇧ 7.3% vs $343,259 last year
Days on Market
113
⇧ 44.9% vs 78 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$223
⇧ 1.8% vs $219/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,543 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 163 this year vs 78 last year
  • Days on market: 113 now vs 78 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $325,000 (+1.7% YoY)
  • Average: $368,221 (+7.3% 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 28.6 miles — 207 listings ($72,201,725 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68601Columbus, NE 686010.0 mi147$54,642,546$325,000$371,718
68653Platte Center, NE 686538.6 mi3$1,236,900$449,900$412,300
68647Monroe, NE 6864712.6 mi3$1,206,000$402,000$402,000
68631Creston, NE 6863116.4 mi1$175,000$175,000$175,000
68642Humphrey, NE 6864217.3 mi7$2,456,475$311,900$350,925
68651Osceola, NE 6865118.3 mi3$216,000$72,000$72,000
68643Leigh, NE 6864318.7 mi4$711,100$177,425$177,775
68632David City, NE 6863219.9 mi19$5,013,112$256,975$263,848
68659Rogers, NE 6865924.1 mi1$395,000$395,000$395,000
68660Saint Edward, NE 6866025.9 mi2$597,500$298,750$298,750
68748Madison, NE 6874827.1 mi12$4,078,860$279,950$339,905
68641Howells, NE 6864127.9 mi4$733,332$165,000$183,333
68367Gresham, NE 6836728.6 mi1$739,900$739,900$739,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBUS, NE 68601?

As of March 2026, there are 163 active listings in COLUMBUS, NE (zip code 68601), compared to 78 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBUS, NE 68601?

The median listing price in COLUMBUS, NE 68601 is $325,000 as of March 2026, a 1.7% increase from $319,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBUS, NE 68601 spend an average of 113 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 78 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBUS, NE 68601?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, COLUMBUS, NE 68601 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 85 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 113 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in COLUMBUS, NE?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COLUMBUS, NE 68601 save an estimated $6,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $325,000. 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.