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Is Sterling, NE 68443 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Sterling is a seller’s market. With about 1.1 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Months of supply1.1Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list89.9%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market145Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$188▲ +102.2% vs. last year

The Sterling housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Sterling, NE 68443 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 145 days and there were 1.1 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 3 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 25%, homes sold more slowly (25 days then) and the median sale price rose 307% to $579,749. Overall, Sterling is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

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Questions about Sterling real estate

Is Sterling a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 1.1 months of supply in Sterling, NE 68443 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Sterling?

The typical home went under contract in 145 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Sterling sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 89.9% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Sterling?

About 1.32% of a home’s value a year in Johnson County, or roughly $5,280 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Sterling?

The median sale price was $579,749 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $188 per square foot.

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