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CENTRAL CITY, NE 68826

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

Market Analysis

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

The CENTRAL CITY, NE real estate market (68826) currently shows 18 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 106 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 106 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 11.4% year-over-year, from $227,250 to $253,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,945  ·  Density: 10.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,137

Typical home value: $167,765  ·  Homeownership: 69.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇧ 50% vs 12 last year
Pending
2
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$253,250
⇧ 11.4% vs $227,250 last year
Average Price
$233,076
⇩ 65.7% vs $679,778 last year
Days on Market
106
⇧ 103.8% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$130
⇧ 11.1% vs $117/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,862 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 106 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $253,250 (+11.4% YoY)
  • Average: $233,076 (-65.7% 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 29.6 miles — 223 listings ($70,570,964 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68826Central City, NE 688260.0 mi20$4,496,000$234,000$224,800
68628Clarks, NE 686289.8 mi4$1,137,332$289,000$284,333
68864Palmer, NE 6886413.3 mi2$666,666$325,000$333,333
68638Fullerton, NE 6863814.3 mi4$682,000$174,000$170,500
68843Hampton, NE 6884319.4 mi2$520,000$260,000$260,000
68801Grand Island, NE 6880120.6 mi60$17,922,120$286,950$298,702
68319Bradshaw, NE 6831920.8 mi1$350,000$350,000$350,000
68873Saint Paul, NE 6887323.2 mi8$2,917,800$334,950$364,725
68818Aurora, NE 6881823.6 mi22$6,255,810$269,000$284,355
68803Grand Island, NE 6880325.3 mi88$32,676,776$341,500$371,327
68627Cedar Rapids, NE 6862727.5 mi1$125,000$125,000$125,000
68841Giltner, NE 6884128.7 mi4$1,325,000$340,000$331,250
68371Henderson, NE 6837129.6 mi7$1,496,460$205,000$213,780

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CENTRAL CITY, NE 68826?

As of February 2026, there are 18 active listings in CENTRAL CITY, NE (zip code 68826), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CENTRAL CITY, NE 68826?

The median listing price in CENTRAL CITY, NE 68826 is $253,250 as of February 2026, a 11.4% increase from $227,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in CENTRAL CITY, NE 68826 spend an average of 106 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CENTRAL CITY, NE 68826?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CENTRAL CITY, NE 68826 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 106 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CENTRAL CITY, NE 68826 save an estimated $5,065 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $253,250. 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.