Real Estate Investing in Palmyra, Nebraska (68418)

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Otoe County • Population: 1,201 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 68418 (Palmyra, 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 $349,757
Avg Monthly Rent $1,242
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $81,080
% Renters 10.7%

Market Analysis: 68418 Palmyra

The 68418 ZIP in Palmyra, NE is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $350K entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $350K asset, 68418 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Regionally, 68418 sits on the difficult end of the NE spectrum. The a strong candidate for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Demographically, 68418 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

Strategy in 68418 is an operator game, not a passive one. Put differently, entry prices of $350K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 Palmyra:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+8.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,242/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 68418

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+9.8% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$105,930/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $224,057 $1,380 4.4% +9.8% $112,029
3BR $317,789 $1,840 4.2% +8.0% $105,930

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$367K$317K$267K$217K$166K$116KApr 2009Dec 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 68418 Compare?

Metric 68418 Palmyra Nebraska
Home Value $349,757 $349,757 $269,423
5-Year CAGR 7.6% 7.6% 6.7%
Avg Rent $1,242 $1,242 -
Cap Rate 2.8% 2.8% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.8%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.6%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $349,757
Monthly Rent $1,242
Price-to-Rent 23.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.3%
Cap Rate 2.8%
5-Year IRR 10.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +8.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.8%). 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
5.8%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.6%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 68418

Population: 1,201

💰 Median Household Income
$81,080
This area
$81,080
State
$70,851
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
10.7%
This area
10.7%
State
22.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.9%
This area
3.9%
State
-5.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.7%
This area
20.7%
State
15.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.8 years
This area
37.8 years
State
33.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
5.8%
This area
5.8%
State
15.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 92.0%
Other/Mixed 7.0%
Asian 1.0%
👶 Under 18
27.3%
This area
27.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
13.9%
This area
13.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
2.4%
This area
2.4%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 68418

C+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
79.0:1 Avg Class Size
$13,383 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL AT PALMYRA

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
185 Students
👨‍🏫
9.1:1 Class Size
💰
$13,383 Per Student
D Needs Improvement

PALMYRA MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
149 Students
👨‍🏫
149.0:1 Class Size
💰
$13,383 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • 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

4 Nearby
C+
College of Hair Design-East Campus
116 students · 11.4 mi
D
Entourage Institute of Beauty and Esthetics
49 students · 14.1 mi
F
Myotherapy Institute
10 students · 14.2 mi
C
Union Adventist University
635 students · 15.0 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best play in Palmyra, NE?

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

Where do rents currently stand in Palmyra, NE?

The typical rental in Palmyra, NE commands about $1,242/mo monthly. That rent profile stable cash flow against the $350K purchase basis.

Is Palmyra, NE a good market for FHA house hackers?

Palmyra, NE offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $1,242/mo rent level.

What are home prices like in Palmyra, NE?

The median home value in Palmyra, NE is roughly $350K. That puts it reasonable relative to the NE statewide average.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Palmyra, NE?

Palmyra, NE vacancy trends elevated. Investors running standard buy-and-hold plays see reasonable downtime between tenants.

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