The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 68959 sells for about $245,000, or $142 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 43 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $832 a month.
ZIP 68959 — Minden
The Minden housing market remains balanced with steady demand and low inventory, keeping prices on a gradual upward trajectory. While sales volume is modest, the market is supported by a stable local economy and high owner-occupancy rates. No major shifts in market sentiment are expected in the near term.
This ZIP is ideal for families and long-term residents seeking a quiet, affordable small-town environment with strong community ties and access to regional employment in Kearney.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 43 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.0% · poverty 5.2% — 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 6.8%/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 6.0%/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 68959, Kearney County NE
Crime rates in Minden are consistently low, with reported incidents significantly below both state and national averages.
Minden Public Schools are highly regarded locally, consistently maintaining strong academic performance and community support.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard flood insurance recommended for properties near the Platte River basin.
Economic momentum is driven by local agricultural support services and small-scale manufacturing, with steady infrastructure maintenance by the city.
Property taxes are levied by Kearney County and the local school district, with rates determined by annual assessments; no state income tax applies to residential property values.
Commutes are primarily local within Minden, with regional access to Kearney via US-6 and NE-10 for employment hubs.
The area features Pioneer Village, local parks, and proximity to the Platte River for outdoor activities, with basic shopping and dining located in the downtown district.
The rental market is tight with low vacancy rates, primarily serving local workers and families; short-term rental presence is minimal.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, local government, and education, with a stable employment base serving the surrounding rural region.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with US-6 serving as the primary corridor for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on maintaining existing infrastructure and supporting small-scale residential infill.
Kearney County Assessor manages property valuations based on market-based appraisal standards.
Parcels are subject to Minden Public School District and local county-level utility and emergency service districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low-to-moderate risk profile for natural disasters.
Net domestic migration is stable, with modest growth driven by families relocating for the small-town lifestyle.
Nebraska operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, with a standard notice and cure period for delinquent mortgages.
Sellers are required to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables for 68959.
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.
A major historical attraction featuring thousands of items across 28 buildings.
Central community space used for local events and recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.