Market Intelligence Report — NE-260

Kearney, NE

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-NE-08
As of the latest 2026 data
Accelerated

Median Listing

$367K
+11.3% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.72
-37.6% YoY

Active Inventory

97
+34.7% YoY

Median DOM

58 Days
+85.5% YoY

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The Kearney, NE market is currently classified as Accelerated, driven by a pending ratio of 0.72. This indicates that demand continues to absorb a significant portion of available inventory, although active listings have increased by 34.7% year-over-year.

Local Market Signals

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Kearney market right now.

Active listings expanded by 34.7% over the past year, while new listings contracted by 31.3% over the same period, suggesting a slowdown in fresh inventory entering the market. Median listing prices have increased by 11.3% year-over-year, despite a month-over-month decline of 2.7%. The median days on market increased substantially by 85.5% year-over-year, indicating properties are taking longer to find buyers. The pending ratio declined by 37.6% year-over-year, suggesting a moderation in demand absorption relative to the prior year.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$367K-2.7% MoM

Active Inventory

97+34.7% YoY

Days on Market

58+85.5% YoY

Sold Score™

65-37.6% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

65
Sep 23Aug 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Sep 23Aug 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Sep 23Apr 24Nov 24Jun 25Jan 26Aug 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

With a pending ratio of 0.72, the pace of sales remains strong relative to available inventory, creating a competitive environment for properties. While active listings have increased, inventory pressure persists due to sustained demand. The notable increase in median days on market suggests that while demand is present, price discipline is becoming more critical for successful transactions.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price declined by 2.6% year-over-year, while the median listing price increased by 11.3% over the same period. This divergence, coupled with a minimal 0.8% year-over-year increase in median $/sqft, suggests some softening in the higher price tiers within the market.

Supply Dynamics

97 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 44 per month.

Pricing Pressure
15.4%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +6.3% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +0.8% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.72

Pending-to-active ratio — Accelerated.

Recommended For This Market

Accelerated

Selling in Kearney, NE? Homes here are taking 27 days longer to sell than last year.

Demand in Kearney, NE is outpacing supply. Well-prepared listings are still clearing quickly — pricing to the current pace matters more than waiting.

Buyer Demand Index
72%
Median Days on Market
58 days
Inventory YoY
+35%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Kearney, NE
CBSA Code
28260
State
NE
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Kearney?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Kearney metro is classified as Accelerated. Pending ratio is 0.72 with median days on market at 58.

  • Are home prices dropping in Kearney?+

    Median listing price is $367K, +11.3% year over year. 15.4% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Kearney?+

    The typical listing sits 58 days on market, a +85.5% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 44 per month.

  • What's happening in the Kearney luxury market?+

    The average listing price declined by 2.6% year-over-year, while the median listing price increased by 11.3% over the same period. This divergence, coupled with a minimal 0.8% year-over-year increase in median $/sqft, suggests some softening in the higher price tiers within the market.

  • Where can I find a trusted Kearney real estate expert?+

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Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 28260 · 36mo history