68521 — Lincoln, NE Home Values
Typical home value $292,133 as of June 2026 · 27th of 45 in Lincoln, NE
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 68521, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 68521 compares in the Lincoln, NE area
ZIP code 68521 (Lincoln, NE) has a typical home value of $292,133 as of June 2026, ranking 27th of 45 ZIP codes tracked in the Lincoln, NE area, more expensive than about 42% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +26.4%, from $231,054 in June 2021 to $292,133 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 16.2× the annual rent ($1,502/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Lincoln, NE forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Lincoln.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 68521 has a population of 38,386, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 70.7% White, 10.7% Hispanic or Latino, 7.2% Asian, 5.3% Black or African American, 4.9% two or more races, 0.7% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.5% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GOODRICH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4600 LEWIS AVENUE, LINCOLN, NE | 0.7 mi |
| FREDSTROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5700 N W 10TH, LINCOLN, NE | 1.1 mi |
| EDUCARE OF LINCOLN | 3435 NORTH 14TH STREET, LINCOLN, NE | 1.2 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 68521?
$292,133 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 68521 an expensive ZIP code in the Lincoln, NE area?
68521 ranks 27th of 45 ZIP codes in the Lincoln, NE area by typical home value, more expensive than about 42% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 68521 changed over the past year?
+3.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 68521?
The typical home price is 16.2× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,502/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 68521?
38,386, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 68521?
GOODRICH MIDDLE SCHOOL (0.7 mi), FREDSTROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (1.1 mi), EDUCARE OF LINCOLN (1.2 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 68521?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Lincoln, NE forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.