Real Estate Investing in Gothenburg, Nebraska

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 4,304 • Dawson County

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Should you buy in Gothenburg, NE? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (68/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 14.3% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.0% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $203,290
Avg Monthly Rent $864
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Gothenburg Real Estate

Gothenburg (Nebraska) spans 1 ZIPs and roughly a sizable population. firmly the fundamentals here skew distressed, with soft rents, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth respecting.

Investors considering Gothenburg, NE should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

The $864/mo / $203K relationship in Gothenburg looks lackluster once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. leans the realized yield tends to disappoint.

The 0% renter share in Gothenburg masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Avg Home Value
$203,290
Avg Monthly Rent
$864
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (NE)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Lexington, NE metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Lexington, NE metro
0
Days to pending
4.3%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Gothenburg, NE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gothenburg, NE

Is Gothenburg, NE suited for a house hack?

For house hackers, Gothenburg, NE is a challenging. The $864/mo rent on a unit helps defray the mortgage on a $203K property.

How strong is tenant demand in Gothenburg, NE?

Gothenburg, NE draws a measured base of working renters. Demand at the $864/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

Which real estate strategy fits Gothenburg, NE?

The best-fit strategy in Gothenburg, NE is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Is Gothenburg, NE a good place for real estate investing?

Yes - Gothenburg, NE a 3.0/5 investability score. With $203K home prices against $864/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

What price range are homes in Gothenburg, NE?

The median home value in Gothenburg, NE is roughly $203K. That puts it reasonable relative to the NE statewide average.

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