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KEARNEY, NE 68847

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
41
⇧ 2.5% vs 40 last year
Pending
17
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$374,900
⇧ 19% vs $315,000 last year
Average Price
$361,196
⇧ 6% vs $340,629 last year
Days on Market
73
⇧ 40.4% vs 52 days last year

Market Context

Population: 17,104  ·  Density: 60.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,818

Typical home value: $212,420  ·  Homeownership: 68.5%

Market Analysis

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

The KEARNEY, NE real estate market (68847) currently shows 41 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 19% year-over-year, from $315,000 to $374,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 41 this year vs 40 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $374,900 (+19% YoY)
  • Average: $361,196 (+6% 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 35.1 miles — 218 listings ($87,111,561 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68847Kearney, NE 688470.0 mi41$14,809,036$374,900$361,196
68845Kearney, NE 688457.9 mi45$27,718,335$389,900$615,963
68876Shelton, NE 6887615.7 mi3$1,071,000$303,500$357,000
68959Minden, NE 6895917.8 mi5$1,300,665$237,200$260,133
68836Elm Creek, NE 6883618.7 mi2$560,900$280,450$280,450
68869Ravenna, NE 6886919.7 mi4$708,700$174,900$177,175
68883Wood River, NE 6888323.6 mi4$1,098,668$275,000$274,667
68863Overton, NE 6886326.4 mi2$558,000$279,000$279,000
68955Juniata, NE 6895527.2 mi4$1,146,668$265,000$286,667
68949Holdrege, NE 6894928.6 mi19$5,257,813$265,000$276,727
68947Hildreth, NE 6894730.0 mi0$0$0$0
68973Roseland, NE 6897331.3 mi1$205,000$205,000$205,000
68803Grand Island, NE 6880335.1 mi88$32,676,776$341,500$371,327

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KEARNEY, NE 68847?

As of January 2026, there are 41 active listings in KEARNEY, NE (zip code 68847), compared to 40 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KEARNEY, NE 68847?

The median listing price in KEARNEY, NE 68847 is $374,900 as of January 2026, a 19% increase from $315,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in KEARNEY, NE 68847 spend an average of 73 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 KEARNEY, NE 68847?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, KEARNEY, NE 68847 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KEARNEY, NE 68847 save an estimated $7,498 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $374,900. 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.