Housing in Burwell, NE
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$246,553
Burwell vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Burwell is highlighted.
Median Home Value
33rd%ilemost expensive$125,000show rank
Median Rent
3rd%ilemost expensive rent$492show rank
Rent Burden
2nd%ilehighest rent burden9.1%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$125,000
Median Rent
$492
Total Housing Units
540
Vacancy Rate
19.8%
Owner Occupied
72.5%
Renter Occupied
27.5%
Median Property Tax
$1,817
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$905
Housing Types
Single Family91.3%
Multi-Family7.6%
Mobile Home1.1%
The median home value in Burwell, NE is $125,000. According to Zillow, the home value index for Burwell is $246,553. The median rent is $492 per month (Census ACS). About 72.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1952. There are 540 total housing units.