Real Estate Investing in Ewing, Nebraska (68735)

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Holt County • Population: 843 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 68735 (Ewing, NE)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

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

📈 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 vacancy: 14.0% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $175,965
Avg Monthly Rent $864
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $65,893
% Renters 26.8%

Market Analysis: 68735 Ewing

ZIP 68735 inside Holt County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $176K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $176K asset, 68735 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Regionally, 68735 sits on the difficult end of the NE spectrum. The worth a close look for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

The 68735 ZIP's population of 843 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that reports the need for careful underwriting.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 68735 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Ewing:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 68/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.7× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+6.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $864/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)

$185K$174K$164K$153K$142K$131KFeb 2021Nov 2023Jul 2026

📊 How Does 68735 Compare?

Metric 68735 Ewing Nebraska
Home Value $175,965 $175,965 $269,423
5-Year CAGR 4.2% 4.2% 6.7%
Avg Rent $864 $864 -
Cap Rate 3.8% 3.8% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.8%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.2%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $175,965
Monthly Rent $864
Price-to-Rent 17.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.9%
Cap Rate 3.8%
5-Year IRR 8.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +6.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.8%). 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
14.0%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.2%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 68735

Population: 843

💰 Median Household Income
$65,893
This area
$65,893
State
$70,851
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
26.8%
This area
26.8%
State
22.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.5%
This area
2.5%
State
-5.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
25.3%
This area
25.3%
State
15.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
39.0 years
This area
39.0 years
State
33.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
14.0%
This area
14.0%
State
15.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 96.6%
Other/Mixed 3.3%
Hispanic/Latino 0.3%
Black/African American 0.1%
👶 Under 18
31.6%
This area
31.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.8%
This area
17.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.0%
This area
8.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 68735

A+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
10.6:1 Avg Class Size
$34,601 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

SUMMERLAND ELEM SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
237 Students
👨‍🏫
10.9:1 Class Size
💰
$34,601 Per Student
A+ Excellent

SUMMERLAND HIGH SCHOOL

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
201 Students
👨‍🏫
10.3:1 Class Size
💰
$34,601 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

How strong is Ewing, NE for real estate investors?

Ewing, NE rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $176K and rents near $864/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

What do landlords charge for rent in Ewing, NE?

Expect rents around $864/mo per month in Ewing, NE. With home values at $176K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in Ewing, NE?

Occupancy in Ewing, NE runs reliable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $864/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Is housing expensive in Ewing, NE?

Ewing, NE median home values land near $176K. That is reasonable territory for investors looking at $864/mo-per-month rentals.

What approach is best for Ewing, NE real estate?

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

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