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LINCOLN, NE 68502

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lancaster County
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 68502

Antelope Park · Bishop Park · Country Club · Everett · Indian Village · Irvingdale · Near South · South Salt Creek · Yankee Hill

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68502) currently shows 74 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 33 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 34 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.1% year-over-year, from $249,900 to $227,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 26,784  ·  Density: 1,549.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,792

Typical home value: $199,891  ·  Homeownership: 53.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
74
⇧ 29.8% vs 57 last year
Pending
34
46% pending ratio
Median Price
$227,250
⇩ 9.1% vs $249,900 last year
Average Price
$264,965
⇩ 9.5% vs $292,649 last year
Days on Market
33
⇩ 2.9% vs 34 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$149
⇩ 0.7% vs $150/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,676 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 74 this year vs 57 last year
  • Days on market: 33 now vs 34 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $227,250 (-9.1% YoY)
  • Average: $264,965 (-9.5% 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 11.5 miles — 667 listings ($326,210,712 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68502Lincoln, NE 685020.0 mi81$22,875,210$249,900$282,410
68503Lincoln, NE 685033.2 mi35$6,855,240$184,300$195,864
68512Lincoln, NE 685123.2 mi40$15,872,360$372,450$396,809
68522Lincoln, NE 685223.2 mi38$12,285,020$299,000$323,290
68516Lincoln, NE 685164.5 mi237$125,774,004$475,000$530,692
68504Lincoln, NE 685045.3 mi27$5,894,640$209,999$218,320
68528Lincoln, NE 685286.7 mi22$9,029,174$339,250$410,417
68526Lincoln, NE 685267.1 mi92$53,930,400$484,450$586,200
68520Lincoln, NE 685207.8 mi53$38,152,050$675,000$719,850
68430Roca, NE 684308.4 mi18$17,514,738$639,950$973,041
68461Walton, NE 684619.8 mi3$10,061,250$3,820,000$3,353,750
68514Lincoln, NE 6851410.7 mi20$7,178,340$334,250$358,917
68517Lincoln, NE 6851711.5 mi1$788,286$729,859$788,286

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68502?

As of February 2026, there are 74 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68502), compared to 57 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68502?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68502 is $227,250 as of February 2026, a 9.1% decrease from $249,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68502 spend an average of 33 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 34 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68502?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68502 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 34 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LINCOLN, NE 68502 save an estimated $4,545 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $227,250. 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.