Real Estate Investing in Murdock, Nebraska (68407)

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Cass County • Population: 863 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 68407 (Murdock, NE)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (80/100)

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
1 flag
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 27.1 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • 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 $333,259
Avg Monthly Rent $1,026
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $111,563
% Renters 11.2%

Market Analysis: 68407 Murdock

ZIP 68407 inside Cass County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $333K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 68407 stands at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Within NE, ZIP 68407 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Cass County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and durable enough to shape underwriting.

Employment concentration in 68407 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

tilts toward the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Murdock:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 72/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+11.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,026/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.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$349K$302K$255K$208K$161K$114KJan 2012May 2019Jul 2026

📊 How Does 68407 Compare?

Metric 68407 Murdock Nebraska
Home Value $333,259 $333,259 $269,423
5-Year CAGR 6.3% 6.3% 6.7%
Avg Rent $1,026 $1,026 -
Cap Rate 2.4% 2.4% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.4%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.3%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $333,259
Monthly Rent $1,026
Price-to-Rent 27.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.7%
Cap Rate 2.4%
5-Year IRR 8.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +11.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.4%). 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
4.6%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.3%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 68407

Population: 863

💰 Median Household Income
$111,563
This area
$111,563
State
$70,851
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.2%
This area
11.2%
State
22.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.9%
This area
0.9%
State
-5.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
42.7%
This area
42.7%
State
15.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.7 years
This area
40.7 years
State
33.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.6%
This area
4.6%
State
15.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 99.0%
Asian 0.6%
Other/Mixed 0.4%
Hispanic/Latino 0.3%
👶 Under 18
24.7%
This area
24.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
25.8%
This area
25.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.1%
This area
1.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 68407

A Avg School Grade
1 Schools
9.3:1 Avg Class Size
$14,538 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

ELMWOOD-MURDOCK JR/SR HIGH SCH

📚 07 – 12 High School
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183 Students
👨‍🏫
9.3:1 Class Size
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$14,538 Per Student
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  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What real estate strategy is ideal for Murdock, NE?

For Murdock, NE, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

Is the tenant base reliable in Murdock, NE?

The renter base in Murdock, NE is reasonable for the $1,026/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields stable tenants.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Murdock, NE?

NE law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Murdock inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

Is Murdock, NE good for house hacking?

The house hack math a challenging in Murdock, NE. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $1,026/mo rents and $333K home values.

How much does a house cost in Murdock, NE?

Homes in Murdock, NE typically sell near $333K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which predictable long-term demand.

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