The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 68512 sells for about $370,000, or $169 per square foot.
Prices are down 1.3% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 41 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,251 a month.
ZIP 68512 — Lincoln
The housing market in 68512 is currently characterized by stable demand and moderate inventory levels, reflecting a balanced environment for buyers and sellers. While price growth has slowed compared to previous years, the area remains a desirable suburban location within the Lincoln market. Market conditions are driven by steady local employment and a consistent supply of single-family homes.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and established professionals seeking suburban living with access to city amenities, as well as investors looking for stable, long-term rental demand.
Median prices moved down 1.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 41 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
25% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.3% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.0% · poverty 6.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 68512, Lancaster County NE
Crime trends in the area are generally stable, with the ZIP code maintaining a profile consistent with suburban Lincoln, Nebraska, which typically reports lower violent crime rates compared to national urban averages.
The area is served by Lincoln Public Schools, which generally maintains a solid reputation for academic performance and extracurricular offerings within the region.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and wind events; flood risk is generally low but varies by specific parcel location.
Economic momentum is driven by Lincoln's diverse base of government, education, and healthcare employers, with steady residential development occurring in the surrounding suburban fringes.
Property taxes are assessed by Lancaster County based on market value; the rate is determined by the aggregate of levies from the city, county, and school district, with no state-level property tax.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with convenient access to major arterial roads that connect the ZIP to downtown Lincoln and the broader metro employment core.
The area features access to local neighborhood parks, walking trails, and proximity to suburban shopping centers and dining options within a short drive.
The rental market shows moderate demand with a mix of single-family and multi-family units; vacancy pressure remains stable, and investor activity is present but not dominant.
The economy is anchored by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, state government operations, and a growing healthcare sector, providing a stable employment base for the region.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with major corridors facilitating access to the city center and regional transit hubs.
Development is focused on suburban residential expansion and infrastructure maintenance to support the growing population in the western and southern parts of the city.
The Lancaster County Assessor's office conducts annual property valuations based on market data to ensure equitable tax distribution.
Parcels are subject to levies from the Lincoln Public Schools district, Lancaster County, and the City of Lincoln, along with potential specialized utility or fire district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, with standard coverage for wind and hail damage being common for homeowners in the area.
Nebraska operates primarily as a non-judicial foreclosure state, with specific notice and cure periods defined by state statute.
Sellers are required to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property, including known defects, at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.14.2 mi
- Lost In Fun!4.51.9 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Lincoln3.95.3 mi
- Star City Shores4.31.3 mi
- Escape Lincoln4.84.1 mi
- Memorial Stadium4.84.6 mi
- Pinnacle Bank Arena4.64.5 mi
- Roca Berry Farm4.57.4 mi
- Sandhills Global Event Center4.38.4 mi
- Lied Center for Performing Arts4.84.3 mi
- Nebraska State Capitol4.73.7 mi
- Lincoln Children's Zoo4.73.2 mi
- Marcus Lincoln Grand Cinema4.54.2 mi
- Sun Valley Lanes & Games4.64.6 mi
- SouthPointe Pavilions4.41.2 mi
- Nebraska Wesleyan University4.76.3 mi
- Museum of American Speed4.94.7 mi
- Lincoln Children's Museum4.74.2 mi
- International Quilt Museum4.75.2 mi
- University of Nebraska State Museum - Morrill Hall4.74.5 mi
- Sunken Gardens4.83.4 mi
- Pioneers Park4.73.8 mi
- Pioneers Park Nature Center4.74.4 mi
- Wilderness Park4.61.4 mi
- Holmes Lake Park4.73.6 mi
- Branched Oak Marina4.517.6 mi
- The Lodge Restaurant at Wilderness Ridge4.42.3 mi
- Highlands Golf Course4.48 mi
- Pioneers Golf Course4.54.4 mi
- Mahoney Golf Course4.37.5 mi
- Hidden Valley Golf Course4.26.4 mi
- Gateway Mall4.25.2 mi
- Marshalls & HomeGoods4.42.3 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.41.5 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.44.8 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.25 mi
- Lincoln Airport4.27.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides green space and walking paths for residents.
Includes various local dining and retail establishments serving the immediate area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.