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NELSON, NE 68961

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 33.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$145,000
⇧ 60.2% vs $90,500 last year
Average Price
$145,000
⇧ 51.1% vs $95,958 last year
Days on Market
41
⇧ 28.1% vs 32 days last year

Market Context

Population: 543  ·  Density: 1.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,750

Typical home value: $71,896  ·  Homeownership: 81.3%

Market Analysis

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

The NELSON, NE real estate market (68961) currently shows 2 active listings. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 60.2% year-over-year, from $90,500 to $145,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $145,000 (+60.2% YoY)
  • Average: $145,000 (+51.1% 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 32.5 miles — 114 listings ($33,346,493 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68961Nelson, NE 689610.0 mi2$290,000$145,000$145,000
68935Edgar, NE 6893512.7 mi3$360,000$120,000$120,000
68938Fairfield, NE 6893815.5 mi1$399,000$399,000$399,000
68930Blue Hill, NE 6893020.9 mi3$502,500$150,000$167,500
68941Glenvil, NE 6894121.9 mi1$380,000$380,000$380,000
66939Courtland, KS 6693925.6 mi1$139,500$139,500$139,500
68327Chester, NE 6832725.8 mi1$175,000$175,000$175,000
68322Bruning, NE 6832226.9 mi4$905,332$250,000$226,333
66942Formoso, KS 6694228.7 mi1$1,175,000$1,175,000$1,175,000
68944Harvard, NE 6894429.9 mi2$515,000$257,500$257,500
68928Bladen, NE 6892830.7 mi3$154,425$51,475$51,475
68901Hastings, NE 6890131.7 mi88$27,125,736$250,000$308,247
68365Grafton, NE 6836532.5 mi4$1,225,000$197,500$306,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NELSON, NE 68961?

As of January 2026, there are 2 active listings in NELSON, NE (zip code 68961), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NELSON, NE 68961?

The median listing price in NELSON, NE 68961 is $145,000 as of January 2026, a 60.2% increase from $90,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in NELSON, NE 68961 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NELSON, NE 68961?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, NELSON, NE 68961 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NELSON, NE 68961 save an estimated $2,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $145,000. 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.