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Is Holdrege, NE 68949 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Holdrege is a seller’s market. With about 1.6 months of supply and 10% 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 supply1.6Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list10%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list92.6%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market29Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$114▼ −7.0% vs. last year

The Holdrege housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 10% of homes in Holdrege, NE 68949 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 29 days and there were 1.6 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 10 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 20%, homes sold more slowly (21 days then) and the median sale price rose 54% to $181,921. Overall, Holdrege is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

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Questions about Holdrege real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 1.6 months of supply in Holdrege, NE 68949 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 Holdrege?

The typical home went under contract in 29 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Holdrege sell over asking?

10% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 92.6% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Holdrege?

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

What is the median home price in Holdrege?

The median sale price was $181,921 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $114 per square foot.

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