Housing in Nelson, NE
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$70,370
Nelson vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Nelson is highlighted.
Median Home Value
8th%ilemost expensive$72,900show rank
Median Rent
9th%ilemost expensive rent$620show rank
Rent Burden
16th%ilehighest rent burden13.7%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$72,900
Median Rent
$620
Total Housing Units
312
Vacancy Rate
21.5%
Owner Occupied
89.0%
Renter Occupied
11.0%
Median Property Tax
$683
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$529
Housing Types
Single Family97.8%
Multi-Family2.2%
Mobile Home0.0%
The median home value in Nelson, NE is $72,900. According to Zillow, the home value index for Nelson is $70,370. The median rent is $620 per month (Census ACS). About 89.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1942. There are 312 total housing units.