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NELSON, NE 68961

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

Market Analysis

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

The NELSON, NE real estate market (68961) currently shows 4 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 50 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 selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.2% year-over-year, from $125,000 to $130,225.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇧ 33.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
1
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$130,225
⇧ 4.2% vs $125,000 last year
Average Price
$134,238
⇩ 0.3% vs $134,667 last year
Days on Market
50
⇩ 23.1% vs 65 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$100
⇧ 5.3% vs $95/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,441 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 50 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $130,225 (+4.2% YoY)
  • Average: $134,238 (-0.3% 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 32.9 miles — 61 listings ($14,071,966 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68961Nelson, NE 689610.0 mi3$435,000$150,000$145,000
68934Deweese, NE 6893411.2 mi1$375,000$375,000$375,000
68335Davenport, NE 6833513.3 mi3$538,899$159,900$179,633
66970Webber, KS 6697018.1 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000
68933Clay Center, NE 6893321.5 mi3$567,000$189,000$189,000
68436Shickley, NE 6843621.9 mi2$432,000$216,000$216,000
68370Hebron, NE 6837025.7 mi10$2,076,850$216,250$207,685
68970Red Cloud, NE 6897026.8 mi9$1,807,497$192,000$200,833
68979Sutton, NE 6897928.6 mi12$2,957,916$204,500$246,493
68944Harvard, NE 6894429.9 mi2$600,000$300,000$300,000
68361Geneva, NE 6836130.8 mi13$3,417,804$236,000$262,908
68973Roseland, NE 6897332.3 mi1$205,000$205,000$205,000
66966Scandia, KS 6696632.9 mi1$449,000$449,000$449,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 4 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 $130,225 as of March 2026, a 4.2% increase from $125,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in NELSON, NE 68961 spend an average of 50 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 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 March 2026, NELSON, NE 68961 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 65 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 $2,605 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $130,225. 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.