The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 69153 sells for about $220,000, or $183 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 84 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $665 a month.
ZIP 69153
The housing market in 69153 remains stable with modest price appreciation and limited inventory. Market activity is driven by local demand and seasonal interest in the nearby lake, though sales volume remains low. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and price cuts are based on current listing data.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and retirees seeking a quiet, affordable small-town lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation at Lake McConaughy.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 84 days on market with 7.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 11.0% — 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 6.9%/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 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 69153, Keith County NE
Ogallala generally experiences low crime rates consistent with rural Nebraska, with law enforcement presence centered in the city.
Schools in the area are served by Ogallala Public Schools, which are generally regarded as stable and community-focused.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds; flood risk is localized near water bodies like the South Platte River.
Economic momentum is driven by agriculture, tourism related to Lake McConaughy, and regional retail services.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Keith County, with rates determined by local school district and municipal levies.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with most residents working within Ogallala or traveling short distances along the I-80 corridor.
The area is anchored by Lake McConaughy for water recreation, with local parks like Humphreys Pond Park providing community green space.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand from local workers and seasonal tourism staff.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, regional retail, and tourism services supporting visitors to Lake McConaughy.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with I-80 serving as the primary transit artery.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and tourism-related infrastructure improvements.
Keith County Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to Ogallala Public Schools and various local utility and fire protection districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather, including hail and wind events.
Data retrieved from ZCTA-level census profiles.
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.
Major regional destination for boating, fishing, and camping.
Local community park providing walking paths and green space.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).