c.1901 Move-In Ready Nebraska Home on a Half Acre $55K
OHU50K Notes $55,000
c.1901 Move-In Ready Nebraska Home on a Half Acre. Cute little historic home on a corner lot.
Realtor Comments
Well-kept and move-in ready, two bedroom, one bath home, that includes all appliances, some furnishings, three-year-old roof & gutters, detached garage, spacious yard with underground sprinkler system and three lots! Covered Front Porch: Living Room: 14’x 14′ carpet, couch, chair, tv Dining Room: 11’x 13′ carpet Bedroom: 9’x 10′ carpet, closet, bed Bedroom: 9’x 9′ carpet, closet Bathroom: 4’x 10′ step in shower, vinyl flooring Kitchen: 9’x 9′ vinyl flooring, Maytag refrigerator, Maytag stove Laundry Room: 6’x 9’6″ vinyl flooring, 100 amp breaker box, Maytag washer & dryer, door to backyard Cellar: Culligan 2014 water softener, 2014 40 gallon gas water heater, Goodman gas forced air furnace with 2012 exterior central a/c unit Detached Garage: 23’x 16′ with 9’x 7′ automatic overhead door, concrete floor, underground sprinkler control panel, shelving, storage space in rafters.
- 2 bed
- 1 bath
- Build date 1901
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400 S Kildare St, Greeley, NE 68842. $55,000
- Contact Realtor: Steve Wolf
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- Niche
Pros
• Very Affordable Cost of Living & Housing
Living in Greeley is slightly below the U.S. average by about 1–2%, with housing costs approximately 25% lower. Food and healthcare are significantly cheaper, making overall expenses manageable
Median home value is about $85K–94K, and rent averages around $600–725/month—both well below state and national norms
• Strong Community & Rural Roots
Greeley County is tight-knit and mostly owner-occupied (≈ 82%). The area is known for its peaceful, rural ambience and friendly residents
Greeley Center earns a C+ overall grade, with an A grade for affordability and decent ratings in diversity and jobs
• Low Crime Across the County
County-wide, both violent (≈ 9.2 per 100K) and property crime rates (≈ 15.4 per 100K) are well below national averages—indicating a generally safe environment
• Good Commutes & Health & Environmental Quality
Average commute time is under 20 minutes, and despite being rural, the region scores well on health, air and water quality metrics
Cons
• Aging Population & Limited Growth
Greeley County’s population is small (2,200) and aging (≈ 25% aged 65+), with minimal growth since 2020 (+1.4%)—down ~13% compared to 2010—limiting economic dynamism
• Underwhelming Job Market & Average Income
Median household income ($52.8K) is below state and U.S. averages ($63K and $75K respectively). Job growth is modest, with B‑minus ratings in economic strength by Niche
• Low Educational Performance
Public schools score low: Greeley County earns only a D‑ for education overall. Local schools range from C‑ to C+ or worse in proficiency and achievement tests
• Few Amenities & Sparse Lifestyle
Greeley Center has limited retail, dining, or nightlife options. Running errands and social life usually require driving. Niche ranks amenities in the F range and outdoor activity at C
• Homogeneity & Limited Diversity
The population is overwhelmingly White (~98%). Cultural and ethnic diversity is minimal, and the lifestyle remains conservative and stable—but slow to change
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