Lincoln, NE metro area Housing Market

Hot Market

Comprehensive housing market data for the Lincoln, NE metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.

Data period: March 2026

Median Sale Price

$296K

4.5% YoY

Days on Market

36 days

24.1% YoY

Active Inventory

595

19.6% YoY

Homes Sold

397

17.1% YoY

Hot Market

Homes are selling quickly with strong competition among buyers.

Lincoln, NE metro area Market Summary

The Lincoln, NE metro area housing market is heating up. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $296K, down 4.5% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 36 days on the market, 24.1% longer than a year ago.

There are 595 homes for sale — 19.6% fewer than last year. With 1.5 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 464 new listings were added during this period, down 3.5% year-over-year.

Homes are selling for 101.0% of their list price on average, indicating buyers are paying above asking. 64.5% of homes sell above their asking price. 21.2% of listings have had a price drop.

Market Opportunity Score

Based on current market conditions

44

Contributing Factors

Months of Supply 1.5
Days on Market 36
Price Drops 21.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio 101.0%
Market Temperature Hot

How This Market Compares

vs. National Median

Median Price (National: $437K) 32.2%
Days on Market (National: 55) 34.5%
Inventory (National: 1,314,690) 100.0%

vs. Nebraska Median

Median Price (Nebraska: $304K) 2.8%
Days on Market (Nebraska: 40) 10.0%

Investor Takeaway

This is a highly competitive market. Be prepared to move quickly and potentially offer above asking price. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 32% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.

Lincoln, NE metro area Market Trends

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Detailed Market Metrics

Median List Price

$320K

Price per Sq Ft

$166

Sale-to-List Ratio

101.0%

Months of Supply

1.5

Sold Above List

64.5%

Price Drops

21.2%

New Listings

464

3.5% YoY

Pending Sales

374

Off Market in 2 Weeks

54.5%

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Housing market data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage. Not financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making investment decisions.