Why Live in Highlands
Highlands, a neighborhood in Lincoln, spans approximately 5 square miles and features a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, including a golf course and parks. The area is home to around 1,600 properties built between 1970 and 2010, with homes selling quickly, often within two weeks. Recent sales include New Traditional four-bedroom homes and ranch-style homes. Highlands City Park offers 10 acres with amenities such as a basketball court, playground, and tennis courts, while the Highlands Golf Course provides an 18-hole public facility. The nearby Highlands Aquatic Center features a large pool, water slide, and picnic areas, hosting events like Family Swim Night during the summer. Local attractions include the Giant Paper Airplane sculpture at Lincoln Airport and dining options like Down The Hatch Bar & Grille and D’Leon’s Mexican restaurant. For daily needs, residents have access to U-Stop Convenience Store and Super Saver grocery store, located 2 miles north. The Highlands Neighborhood Association organizes community events such as garage sales, cookouts, and holiday celebrations. The Fallbrook Farmers’ Market and Fallbrook Summer Festival are also nearby. Transportation options include Lincoln's StarTran bus service and a quick drive to downtown Lincoln, 6 miles away. Students in Highlands attend highly rated schools within the Lincoln Public Schools district, including Fredstrom Elementary and Schoo Middle.
Home Trends in Highlands, NE
On average, homes in Highlands, Lincoln sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Highlands, Lincoln over the last 12 months is $457,000, down 64% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$457,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$498,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$322,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$270
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$588,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-64%