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Meadowlane University Place

LINCOLN, NE 68505

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 68505

Meadowlane · University Place

Market Analysis

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

The LINCOLN, NE real estate market (68505) currently shows 53 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 26 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 10.5% year-over-year, from $260,975 to $288,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 18,205  ·  Density: 1,625.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,962

Typical home value: $202,915  ·  Homeownership: 58.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
53
⇧ 23.3% vs 43 last year
Pending
34
64% pending ratio
Median Price
$288,500
⇧ 10.5% vs $260,975 last year
Average Price
$307,441
⇧ 14.1% vs $269,493 last year
Days on Market
26
⇩ 33.3% vs 39 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$163
⇩ 2.4% vs $167/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,908 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 53 this year vs 43 last year
  • Days on market: 26 now vs 39 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $288,500 (+10.5% YoY)
  • Average: $307,441 (+14.1% 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
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 12.0 miles — 658 listings ($279,168,048 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68505Lincoln, NE 685050.0 mi53$16,255,100$289,450$306,700
68507Lincoln, NE 685072.4 mi62$18,882,658$295,950$304,559
68506Lincoln, NE 685063.1 mi84$24,073,056$265,000$286,584
68520Lincoln, NE 685203.7 mi53$38,152,050$675,000$719,850
68502Lincoln, NE 685025.3 mi81$22,875,210$249,900$282,410
68521Lincoln, NE 685215.8 mi126$53,816,364$403,625$427,114
68526Lincoln, NE 685266.6 mi92$53,930,400$484,450$586,200
68517Lincoln, NE 685177.5 mi1$788,286$729,859$788,286
68514Lincoln, NE 685147.8 mi20$7,178,340$334,250$358,917
68523Lincoln, NE 685239.6 mi47$20,819,590$399,975$442,970
68347Eagle, NE 6834710.2 mi9$3,635,820$289,900$403,980
68528Lincoln, NE 6852810.6 mi22$9,029,174$339,250$410,417
68317Bennet, NE 6831712.0 mi8$9,732,000$892,000$1,216,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LINCOLN, NE 68505?

As of February 2026, there are 53 active listings in LINCOLN, NE (zip code 68505), compared to 43 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LINCOLN, NE 68505?

The median listing price in LINCOLN, NE 68505 is $288,500 as of February 2026, a 10.5% increase from $260,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in LINCOLN, NE 68505 spend an average of 26 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LINCOLN, NE 68505?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, LINCOLN, NE 68505 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 26 days on market compared to 39 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 68505 save an estimated $5,770 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $288,500. 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.