Real Estate Investing in Madison, Nebraska

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,698 • Madison County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (66/100)

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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  • Elevated vacancy: 8.7% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.9% 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 $220,856
Avg Monthly Rent $873
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Madison Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning corner of Nebraska: Madison has 1 ZIPs and a sizable population, and the investment math only works for investors who truly understand the market.

decisively Madison's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects subdued investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

The $873/mo / $221K relationship in Madison looks lackluster once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. appears to the realized yield tends to disappoint.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Madison a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Best ZIP codes in Norfolk, NE

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Avg Home Value
$220,856
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (NE)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Norfolk, NE metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
70%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Norfolk, NE metro
0
Days to pending
11.5%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Madison, NE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Madison, NE

What is the smart move for investors in Madison, NE?

In Madison, NE the sturdy play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $221K prices and $873/mo rents suits that approach.

Is rental property easy to operate in Madison, NE?

Landlord-friendliness in Madison, NE is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

Are rents high in Madison, NE?

Rents in Madison, NE run near $873/mo. Compared with median home prices of $221K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Madison, NE?

Expect elevated vacancy in Madison, NE. Rents at $873/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

What is the typical renter like in Madison, NE?

Madison, NE offers a stable renter base at the $873/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

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