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ELM CREEK, NE 68836

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Buffalo County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 50% vs 4 last year
Pending
2
100% pending ratio
Median Price
$280,450
⇩ 21% vs $354,900 last year
Average Price
$280,450
⇩ 21% vs $354,900 last year
Days on Market
46
⇩ 11.5% vs 52 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,822  ·  Density: 4.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $74,091

Typical home value: $196,540  ·  Homeownership: 74.6%

Market Analysis

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

The ELM CREEK, NE real estate market (68836) currently shows 2 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 46 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 21% year-over-year, from $354,900 to $280,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 46 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $280,450 (-21% YoY)
  • Average: $280,450 (-21% 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 35.3 miles — 172 listings ($68,809,418 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68836Elm Creek, NE 688360.0 mi2$560,900$280,450$280,450
68845Kearney, NE 6884510.9 mi45$27,718,335$389,900$615,963
68812Amherst, NE 6881214.6 mi2$799,800$399,900$399,900
68858Miller, NE 6885817.6 mi1$230,000$230,000$230,000
68927Bertrand, NE 6892718.8 mi3$772,200$257,400$257,400
68949Holdrege, NE 6894919.0 mi19$5,257,813$265,000$276,727
68850Lexington, NE 6885020.4 mi58$20,901,518$295,000$360,371
68840Gibbon, NE 6884026.3 mi9$4,001,994$349,000$444,666
68959Minden, NE 6895928.6 mi5$1,300,665$237,200$260,133
68869Ravenna, NE 6886932.8 mi4$708,700$174,900$177,175
69130Cozad, NE 6913033.4 mi16$4,533,328$272,450$283,333
68967Oxford, NE 6896734.1 mi3$666,000$222,000$222,000
69028Eustis, NE 6902835.3 mi5$1,358,165$250,000$271,633

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELM CREEK, NE 68836?

As of January 2026, there are 2 active listings in ELM CREEK, NE (zip code 68836), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELM CREEK, NE 68836?

The median listing price in ELM CREEK, NE 68836 is $280,450 as of January 2026, a 21% decrease from $354,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELM CREEK, NE 68836 spend an average of 46 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELM CREEK, NE 68836?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ELM CREEK, NE 68836 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELM CREEK, NE 68836 save an estimated $5,609 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $280,450. 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.