The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 68462 sells for about $399,900, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +8.89% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,116 a month.
ZIP 68462 — Waverly
The Waverly housing market remains stable with steady demand and limited inventory, driving moderate price appreciation. While the market is not experiencing rapid growth, it remains a desirable suburban option for families, though investors should note the higher price point relative to the broader Nebraska average.
Waverly is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with proximity to Lincoln, offering a balance of community-focused living and access to metropolitan amenities.
Median prices moved up 8.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 13.6 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
20% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.9% · poverty 1.3% — 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 5.7%/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 5.2%/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 68462, Lancaster County NE
Waverly generally reports low crime rates consistent with a small, suburban Nebraska community, with safety metrics comparing favorably to the broader Lincoln metropolitan area.
The area is served by the Waverly School District, which is characterized by strong community support and generally favorable academic performance ratings.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and wind events, with flood risk primarily localized to specific drainage areas.
Waverly is experiencing steady residential growth as a bedroom community for Lincoln, with ongoing infrastructure planning to support its expanding population.
Property taxes in Waverly are levied by Lancaster County and the local school district, with rates reflecting standard Nebraska assessment practices for residential real estate.
Residents primarily commute to Lincoln via US Highway 6, which provides a direct and relatively efficient route to the city's employment core.
The area features local parks and community green spaces, with proximity to larger recreational facilities and shopping districts in nearby Lincoln.
The rental market is relatively tight with limited inventory, primarily serving residents who prefer a suburban environment over the urban core of Lincoln.
The economy is closely tied to the Lincoln metropolitan area, with residents commuting for employment in government, education, and healthcare sectors.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with US Highway 6 serving as the main artery connecting the city to the regional transit network.
The city planning commission actively manages residential zoning and infrastructure development to accommodate steady population growth.
Lancaster County utilizes a standard mass-appraisal system for property tax assessments, updated annually based on market sales data.
Parcels are subject to Lancaster County and Waverly School District levies, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are consistent with regional Nebraska averages, reflecting standard risk profiles for wind and storm exposure.
Nebraska continues to see modest net domestic migration, with suburban areas like Waverly attracting families from the urban core.
Nebraska is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Nebraska law requires sellers to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property to potential buyers.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and local economic reports.
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.
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.113.3 mi
- Lost In Fun!4.518.5 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Lincoln3.911.6 mi
- Star City Shores4.315.6 mi
- Escape Lincoln4.814.2 mi
- Memorial Stadium4.813.7 mi
- Pinnacle Bank Arena4.614.1 mi
- Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum4.811 mi
- Sandhills Global Event Center4.38.5 mi
- Lied Center for Performing Arts4.813.9 mi
- Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum4.811 mi
- Eugene T. Mahoney State Park4.611.5 mi
- International Quilt Museum4.712.1 mi
- Mahoney Park4.69 mi
- Marcus East Park Cinema4.511.4 mi
- Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum4.811 mi
- Nebraska Wesleyan University4.710.8 mi
- Museum of American Speed4.914.6 mi
- Lincoln Children's Museum4.713.8 mi
- International Quilt Museum4.712.1 mi
- Eugene T. Mahoney State Park4.611.5 mi
- Wildlife Safari Park4.611.6 mi
- Mahoney Park4.69 mi
- Memphis Lake State Recreation Area4.410.8 mi
- Peter Pan Park4.212.5 mi
- Branched Oak Marina4.517.9 mi
- Quarry Oaks Golf Club4.512.9 mi
- Iron Horse Golf Club4.110.4 mi
- Mahoney Golf Course4.39.4 mi
- Gateway Mall4.211.6 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.412.1 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.211.9 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.410.8 mi
- Kohl's4.210.8 mi
- Lincoln Airport4.214.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Central community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Local hub for community meetings and events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.