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COLUMBUS, NE 68601

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

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBUS, NE real estate market (68601) currently shows 147 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 122 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 70 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 122 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.5% year-over-year, from $323,500 to $325,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 30,224  ·  Density: 40.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,871

Typical home value: $192,822  ·  Homeownership: 72.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
147
⇧ 90.9% vs 77 last year
Pending
38
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$325,000
⇧ 0.5% vs $323,500 last year
Average Price
$371,718
⇧ 6.9% vs $347,699 last year
Days on Market
122
⇧ 31.2% vs 93 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$218
⇩ 0.5% vs $219/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,543 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 147 this year vs 77 last year
  • Days on market: 122 now vs 93 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $325,000 (+0.5% YoY)
  • Average: $371,718 (+6.9% 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 28.7 miles — 174 listings ($59,762,891 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68601Columbus, NE 686010.0 mi142$51,933,660$325,000$365,730
68653Platte Center, NE 686538.6 mi3$1,087,350$362,450$362,450
68647Monroe, NE 6864712.6 mi4$1,918,668$590,000$479,667
68662Shelby, NE 6866217.0 mi2$541,000$270,500$270,500
68658Rising City, NE 6865818.2 mi1$185,000$185,000$185,000
68663Silver Creek, NE 6866318.5 mi2$171,500$85,750$85,750
68640Genoa, NE 6864019.6 mi7$1,462,881$185,000$208,983
68644Lindsay, NE 6864422.9 mi1$439,000$439,000$439,000
68014Bruno, NE 6801425.2 mi3$262,500$87,500$87,500
68666Stromsburg, NE 6866626.4 mi3$277,500$69,000$92,500
68669Ulysses, NE 6866927.1 mi1$249,000$249,000$249,000
68628Clarks, NE 6862828.4 mi4$1,137,332$289,000$284,333
68626Brainard, NE 6862628.7 mi1$97,500$97,500$97,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBUS, NE 68601?

As of February 2026, there are 147 active listings in COLUMBUS, NE (zip code 68601), compared to 77 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBUS, NE 68601?

The median listing price in COLUMBUS, NE 68601 is $325,000 as of February 2026, a 0.5% increase from $323,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBUS, NE 68601 spend an average of 122 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 93 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBUS, NE 68601?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, COLUMBUS, NE 68601 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 70 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 122 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COLUMBUS, NE 68601 save an estimated $6,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $325,000. 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.