Real Estate Investing in Edison, Nebraska (68967)

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Furnas County • Population: 962 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 68967 (Edison, NE)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (57/100)

Mixed — values have been flat. OK for long-horizon buyers, less attractive if you may need to sell soon.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (57/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 17.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Declining values: -4.6% 5-year CAGR — values have moved lower.
  • 1-year downturn: Values declined 6.0% in the last year.

• 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

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

5.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $120,254
Avg Monthly Rent $981
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $58,403
% Renters 24.0%

Market Analysis: 68967 Edison

This part of Furnas County is not an easy win. The 68967 ZIP posts 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 $120K asset, 68967 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

In the broader NE picture, 68967 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

The demographic picture in 68967 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Edison averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

The right play in 68967 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 Edison:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 55/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
0/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.1× the median income
Value Trend
Declining (-6.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $981/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$169K$152K$135K$118K$101K$84KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 68967 Compare?

Metric 68967 Edison Nebraska
Home Value $120,254 $60,127 $269,423
5-Year CAGR N/A N/A 6.7%
Avg Rent $981 $981 -
Cap Rate 6.4% 6.4% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
6.4%
Good
5yr Growth
-4.6%
Declining

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $120,254
Monthly Rent $981
Price-to-Rent 10.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 9.8%
Cap Rate 6.4%
5-Year IRR 1.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year -6.0% ▼
3-Year CAGR -6.8% ▼
5-Year CAGR -4.6% ▼
10-Year CAGR +2.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Neutral Leverage Cap Rate: 6.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage is roughly neutral here.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) is close to the estimated cap rate (6.4%). Financing this market at current rates produces a cash-on-cash return near the cap rate. Appreciation and tax benefits may still support the investment.

⚠️ Risk Signals

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

Vacancy
17.8%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
-4.6%
Declining
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 68967

Population: 962

💰 Median Household Income
$58,403
This area
$58,403
State
$70,851
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
24.0%
This area
24.0%
State
22.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.1%
This area
1.1%
State
-5.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
27.6%
This area
27.6%
State
15.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
39.1 years
This area
39.1 years
State
33.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
17.8%
This area
17.8%
State
15.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 89.5%
Other/Mixed 9.8%
Hispanic/Latino 5.5%
Black/African American 0.7%
👶 Under 18
26.2%
This area
26.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.5%
This area
15.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.3%
This area
7.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 68967

A+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
10.3:1 Avg Class Size
$24,560 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

SO VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
241 Students
👨‍🏫
11.5:1 Class Size
💰
$24,560 Per Student
A+ Excellent

SOUTHERN VALLEY JR/SR HIGH

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
156 Students
👨‍🏫
9.0:1 Class Size
💰
$24,560 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Edison, NE?

Rents in Edison, NE run near $981/mo. Compared with median home prices of $120K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

How deep is the rental pool in Edison, NE?

The tenant pool in Edison, NE is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $981/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

Where do home prices stand in Edison, NE?

Edison, NE home values average about $120K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $981/mo in monthly income.

Do rentals sit vacant long in Edison, NE?

Expect elevated vacancy in Edison, NE. Rents at $981/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Edison, NE?

Edison, NE falls under NE landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

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