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KEARNEY, NE 68847

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

Market Analysis

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

The KEARNEY, NE real estate market (68847) currently shows 41 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 82 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 82 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 18.3% year-over-year, from $314,925 to $372,400.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 17,104  ·  Density: 60.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,818

Typical home value: $212,420  ·  Homeownership: 68.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
41
⇩ 4.7% vs 43 last year
Pending
17
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$372,400
⇧ 18.3% vs $314,925 last year
Average Price
$363,084
⇧ 5.4% vs $344,386 last year
Days on Market
82
⇧ 10.8% vs 74 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$146
⇧ 9% vs $134/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,520 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 41 this year vs 43 last year
  • Days on market: 82 now vs 74 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $372,400 (+18.3% YoY)
  • Average: $363,084 (+5.4% 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 35.1 miles — 218 listings ($87,111,561 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
68847Kearney, NE 688470.0 mi41$14,809,036$374,900$361,196
68845Kearney, NE 688457.9 mi45$27,718,335$389,900$615,963
68876Shelton, NE 6887615.7 mi3$1,071,000$303,500$357,000
68959Minden, NE 6895917.8 mi5$1,300,665$237,200$260,133
68836Elm Creek, NE 6883618.7 mi2$560,900$280,450$280,450
68869Ravenna, NE 6886919.7 mi4$708,700$174,900$177,175
68883Wood River, NE 6888323.6 mi4$1,098,668$275,000$274,667
68863Overton, NE 6886326.4 mi2$558,000$279,000$279,000
68955Juniata, NE 6895527.2 mi4$1,146,668$265,000$286,667
68949Holdrege, NE 6894928.6 mi19$5,257,813$265,000$276,727
68947Hildreth, NE 6894730.0 mi0$0$0$0
68973Roseland, NE 6897331.3 mi1$205,000$205,000$205,000
68803Grand Island, NE 6880335.1 mi88$32,676,776$341,500$371,327

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KEARNEY, NE 68847?

As of February 2026, there are 41 active listings in KEARNEY, NE (zip code 68847), compared to 43 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KEARNEY, NE 68847?

The median listing price in KEARNEY, NE 68847 is $372,400 as of February 2026, a 18.3% increase from $314,925 the prior year.

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

Homes in KEARNEY, NE 68847 spend an average of 82 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 74 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KEARNEY, NE 68847?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, KEARNEY, NE 68847 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 82 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KEARNEY, NE 68847 save an estimated $7,448 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $372,400. 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.