Is Wakefield, NE 68784 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Wakefield is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 67% 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.
The Wakefield housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 67% of homes in Wakefield, NE 68784 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 27 days and there were 3.2 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 rose from 0%, homes sold about as fast and the median sale price rose 5% to $249,892. Overall, Wakefield is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Ponca 68770 (0% sold over asking) or Newcastle 68757 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Wakefield real estate
Is Wakefield a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Wakefield, NE 68784 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 Wakefield?
The typical home went under contract in 27 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Wakefield sell over asking?
67% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.6% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Wakefield?
About 1.20% of a home’s value a year in Dixon County, or roughly $4,800 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Wakefield?
The median sale price was $249,892 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $145 per square foot.
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