Nebraska Housing Market
Warm MarketHousing market data and trends for Nebraska. Track median prices, inventory, days on market, and competition metrics for real estate investors.
Data period: January 2026
Median Sale Price
$297K
↑ 6.6% YoY
Days on Market
44 days
↑ 7.3% YoY
Active Inventory
3,274
↓ 9.7% YoY
Homes Sold
1,148
↓ 6.7% YoY
Warm Market
The market is active with moderate buyer demand.
Nebraska Market Summary
The Nebraska housing market is heating up. As of January 2026, the median home sale price is $297K, up 6.6% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 44 days on the market, 7.3% longer than a year ago.
There are 3,274 homes for sale — 9.7% fewer than last year. With 2.9 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 1,557 new listings were added during this period, down 2.3% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 98.8% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 37.2% of homes sell above their asking price. 24.5% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
57
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
Investor Takeaway
A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 30% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Nebraska Market Trends
Median Sale Price
Median Days on Market
Active Inventory
Homes Sold
Sale-to-List Ratio
Listings with Price Drops
Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$311K
Price per Sq Ft
$154
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.8%
Months of Supply
2.9
Sold Above List
37.2%
Price Drops
24.5%
New Listings
1,557
↓ 2.3% YoY
Pending Sales
1,252
Metro Areas in Nebraska
Omaha, NE metro area
$324K median
44 days
on market
Lincoln, NE metro area
$304K median
40 days
on market
Kearney, NE metro area
$291K median
35 days
on market
Grand Island, NE metro area
$220K median
40 days
on market
North Platte, NE metro area
$186K median
36 days
on market
Scottsbluff, NE metro area
$201K median
36 days
on market
Norfolk, NE metro area
$187K median
49 days
on market
Fremont, NE metro area
$185K median
44 days
on market
Hastings, NE metro area
$155K median
41 days
on market
Columbus, NE metro area
$272K median
53 days
on market
Beatrice, NE metro area
$165K median
29 days
on market
Lexington, NE metro area
$220K median
26 days
on market
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