Real Estate Investing in Yutan, Nebraska (68073)

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Saunders County • Population: 2,733 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 68073 (Yutan, NE)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $385,739
Avg Monthly Rent $1,323
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $96,304
% Renters 14.6%

Market Analysis: 68073 Yutan

This part of Saunders County is not an easy win. The 68073 ZIP registers softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $386K asset, 68073 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

From a cash-flow lens, 68073 offers a low basis, the region around Yutan has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Resident income in 68073 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

The right play in 68073 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Yutan:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+8.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,323/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 68073

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
5.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+9.3% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$84,993/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $233,837 $1,470 4.5% +9.3% $116,919
3BR $254,978 $1,930 5.4% +7.4% $84,993

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$405K$351K$297K$242K$188K$134KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 68073 Compare?

Metric 68073 Yutan Nebraska
Home Value $385,739 $385,739 $269,423
5-Year CAGR 6.1% 6.1% 6.7%
Avg Rent $1,323 $1,323 -
Cap Rate 2.7% 2.7% -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.1%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $385,739
Monthly Rent $1,323
Price-to-Rent 24.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.1%
Cap Rate 2.7%
5-Year IRR 8.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +8.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.7%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
3.7%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.1%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 68073

Population: 2,733

💰 Median Household Income
$96,304
This area
$96,304
State
$70,851
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.6%
This area
14.6%
State
22.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.9%
This area
1.9%
State
-5.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
34.2%
This area
34.2%
State
15.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
34.9 years
This area
34.9 years
State
33.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.7%
This area
3.7%
State
15.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 94.9%
Other/Mixed 5.1%
Hispanic/Latino 4.8%
👶 Under 18
30.2%
This area
30.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
9.7%
This area
9.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.0%
This area
1.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 68073

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
12.5:1 Avg Class Size
$15,045 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

YUTAN HIGH SCHOOL

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
213 Students
👨‍🏫
11.5:1 Class Size
💰
$15,045 Per Student
B+ Above Average

YUTAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
287 Students
👨‍🏫
13.5:1 Class Size
💰
$15,045 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby
C
Midland University
1,557 students · 14.2 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there empty rentals in Yutan, NE?

Yutan, NE sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader NE rental market.

Which investment style suits Yutan, NE?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Yutan, NE. With home values at $386K and rents near $1,323/mo, other strategies can work but produce consistent rather than outsized returns.

Is Yutan, NE a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Our data puts Yutan, NE at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $386K and rents around $1,323/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

What are home prices like in Yutan, NE?

Median home price in Yutan, NE is near $386K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been reliable and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Yutan, NE?

Average rent in Yutan, NE is approximately $1,323/mo per month. Against $386K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

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