Real Estate Investing in Newman Grove, Nebraska (68758)

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Madison County • Population: 1,307 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 68758 (Newman Grove, NE)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (60/100)

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: 13.7% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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 $207,310
Avg Monthly Rent $864
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $57,188
% Renters 30.5%

Market Analysis: 68758 Newman Grove

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Newman Grove's 68758 ZIP comes in at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $207K pricing implies.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $207K asset, 68758 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Nearby ZIPs in Newman Grove have seen price recovery that 68758 has not matched. Madison County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

On balance, 1,307 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Strategy in 68758 is an operator game, not a passive one. On balance, entry prices of $207K 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 Newman Grove:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 65/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+12.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $864/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Norfolk, NE Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
11.5%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Norfolk, NE metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$218K$187K$157K$126K$95K$65KMar 2009Nov 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 68758 Compare?

Metric 68758 Newman Grove Norfolk, NE Nebraska
Home Value $207,310 $207,310 N/A $269,423
5-Year CAGR 5.4% 5.4% N/A 6.7%
Avg Rent $864 $864 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.3% 3.3% - -
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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
3.3%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.4%
Moderate

📉 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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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $207,310
Monthly Rent $864
Price-to-Rent 20.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.0%
Cap Rate 3.3%
5-Year IRR 8.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +12.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.3%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.3%). 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
13.7%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 68758

Population: 1,307

💰 Median Household Income
$57,188
This area
$57,188
State
$70,851
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
30.5%
This area
30.5%
State
22.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
6.1%
This area
6.1%
State
-5.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.3%
This area
20.3%
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
13.7%
This area
13.7%
State
15.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 71.7%
Other/Mixed 27.6%
Hispanic/Latino 24.4%
Asian 0.7%
👶 Under 18
28.1%
This area
28.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
18.6%
This area
18.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.0%
This area
6.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 68758

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
10.6:1 Avg Class Size
$21,829 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

NEWMAN GROVE HIGH SCHOOL

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
73 Students
👨‍🏫
8.3:1 Class Size
💰
$21,829 Per Student
A Very Good

NEWMAN GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
158 Students
👨‍🏫
12.9:1 Class Size
💰
$21,829 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are vacancy rates like in Newman Grove, NE?

Vacancy in Newman Grove, NE is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $864/mo.

Are renters plentiful in Newman Grove, NE?

Newman Grove, NE draws a stable base of working renters. Demand at the $864/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

How much do tenants pay in Newman Grove, NE?

Rent in Newman Grove, NE is around $864/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $207K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

How viable is house hacking in Newman Grove, NE?

House hacking in Newman Grove, NE is a challenging. With home values around $207K and rents at $864/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

Is real estate in Newman Grove, NE a good investment right now?

Newman Grove, NE scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $207K and rents near $864/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

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