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STERLING, NE 68443

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Johnson County
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The STERLING, NE real estate market (68443) currently shows 9 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 9 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 36% year-over-year, from $398,000 to $254,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,086  ·  Density: 4.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,359

Typical home value: $148,120  ·  Homeownership: 80.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 350% vs 2 last year
Pending
5
56% pending ratio
Median Price
$254,750
⇩ 36% vs $398,000 last year
Average Price
$335,750
⇩ 15.6% vs $398,000 last year
Days on Market
72
⇧ 700% vs 9 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$151
⇩ 45.9% vs $279/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,468 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 9 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $254,750 (-36% YoY)
  • Average: $335,750 (-15.6% 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
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 24.7 miles — 151 listings ($89,064,531 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68443Sterling, NE 684430.0 mi4$2,028,500$522,000$507,125
68301Adams, NE 683018.2 mi4$1,287,120$315,000$321,780
68450Tecumseh, NE 6845010.0 mi7$1,699,600$175,000$242,800
68358Firth, NE 6835813.8 mi3$1,912,500$637,500$637,500
68372Hickman, NE 6837216.2 mi31$20,451,165$525,000$659,715
68317Bennet, NE 6831716.6 mi8$9,732,000$892,000$1,216,500
68422Pickrell, NE 6842218.0 mi1$300,000$300,000$300,000
68430Roca, NE 6843021.1 mi18$17,514,738$639,950$973,041
68323Burchard, NE 6832322.4 mi2$230,000$115,000$115,000
68461Walton, NE 6846122.8 mi3$10,061,250$3,820,000$3,353,750
68404Martell, NE 6840423.3 mi4$2,249,200$568,000$562,300
68347Eagle, NE 6834724.2 mi9$3,635,820$289,900$403,980
68310Beatrice, NE 6831024.7 mi57$17,962,638$221,250$315,134

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in STERLING, NE 68443?

As of February 2026, there are 9 active listings in STERLING, NE (zip code 68443), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in STERLING, NE 68443?

The median listing price in STERLING, NE 68443 is $254,750 as of February 2026, a 36% decrease from $398,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in STERLING, NE 68443 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 9 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in STERLING, NE 68443?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, STERLING, NE 68443 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 9 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in STERLING, NE 68443 save an estimated $5,095 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $254,750. 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.