The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 68744 sells for about $135,000, or $98 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 $850 a month.
ZIP 68744
The housing market in 68744 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation consistent with rural Nebraska trends. Sales volume is low, reflecting a tight market where properties are held for long periods. No significant new developments are currently impacting the local market dynamics.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, lower cost of living, and a strong sense of community, rather than those requiring proximity to major urban employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 84 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.8% · poverty 9.5% — 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 4.0%/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 3.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 68744, Holt County NE
Crime rates in this rural Nebraska area are significantly lower than the national average, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by local public school districts that are generally characterized as stable, community-focused, and providing adequate educational outcomes for a rural population.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard flood insurance recommended for properties near local creek beds.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by the agricultural sector and local small-scale manufacturing, with limited new large-scale infrastructure development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on market value, with specific levies for local school districts and county services; agricultural land often qualifies for special valuation.
Commutes are primarily by private vehicle, with most residents traveling to nearby regional hubs for employment; public transit is not available.
Recreational opportunities include local community parks, nearby state wildlife management areas, and small-town community centers for youth sports.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and limited inventory, with most units being single-family homes or small multi-family conversions.
The economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, livestock production, and local service-based businesses that support the rural population.
Transportation is entirely dependent on personal vehicles, with access to regional highways serving as the primary transit corridors.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently in the planning pipeline for this ZIP code.
The county assessor maintains property values based on periodic physical inspections and market-based sales comparisons.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide levies for emergency services and road maintenance.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though coverage for wind and hail damage is a standard consideration for homeowners.
Net domestic migration is generally flat, with a slight trend of younger residents moving to larger urban centers for education and work.
Nebraska utilizes a non-judicial foreclosure process for deeds of trust, with specific notice and cure periods defined by state statute.
Sellers are required to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property, including known defects.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 68744 profile.
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.
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Silver Plume Rentals512.7 mi
- St. Elmo, CO4.712 mi
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Cottonwood Pass57.1 mi
- Taylor Park Marina4.83.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Hosts annual community events and agricultural exhibitions.
Provides basic playground and picnic facilities for residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.