602 S 40th St Lincoln, NE 68510
Witherbee NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,163/month
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Shed
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
Tucked into the heart of Lincoln, this storybook cottage offers charm, character, and the opportunity to make it your own. Inspired by the timeless beauty of an English cottage, this 2-bedroom, 1.75-bath home carries a sense of warmth and nostalgia while leaving room for your vision to take shape. With 834 square feet, the layout is both inviting and functional, and a few areas are ready for updates, giving you the chance to design and finish the space exactly how you’ve imagined. Step outside to a spacious backyard built for gathering, featuring a beautiful deck perfect for entertaining, quiet mornings, or winding down at the end of the day. The basement includes an emergency shelter, adding an extra layer of practicality and peace of mind. This is a home with character, potential, and the kind of charm that doesn’t come around often, ready for its next chapter with someone who can bring it to life.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,106
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 132
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Chain Link Fence
Parking
- No Garage
Home Design
- 834 Sq Ft Home
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Shed
Schools
- Randolph Elementary School
- Lefler Middle School
- Lincoln High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Partially Finished Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Witherbee Gardens Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1729128001000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,106 | $183,500 | $32,000 | $151,500 |
| 2024 | $2,106 | $152,400 | $26,400 | $126,000 |
| 2023 | $2,554 | $152,400 | $26,400 | $126,000 |
| 2022 | $2,754 | $138,200 | $24,000 | $114,200 |
| 2021 | $2,606 | $138,200 | $24,000 | $114,200 |
| 2020 | $2,257 | $118,100 | $24,000 | $94,100 |
| 2019 | $2,257 | $118,100 | $21,000 | $97,100 |
| 2018 | $1,810 | $94,300 | $21,000 | $73,300 |
| 2017 | $1,827 | $94,300 | $21,000 | $73,300 |
| 2016 | $1,706 | $87,600 | $21,000 | $66,600 |
| 2015 | $1,694 | $87,600 | $21,000 | $66,600 |
| 2014 | $1,610 | $82,800 | $21,000 | $61,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $82,800 | $21,000 | $61,800 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/19/2026 04/19/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/17/2026 04/17/26 | For Sale | $185,000 | +12.1% | $222 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/07/2022 10/07/22 | Sold | $165,000 | +3.8% | $101 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/14/2022 09/14/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/13/2022 09/13/22 | For Sale | $159,000 | +31.4% | $97 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/04/2018 05/04/18 | Sold | $121,000 | +3.0% | $74 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/26/2018 02/26/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/26/2018 02/26/18 | For Sale | $117,500 | -- | $72 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $165,000 | Home Services Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $121,000 | Nebraska Land Title & Abstra | |
| Survivorship Deed | $97,000 | -- | |
| Survivorship Deed | $95,000 | -- | |
| Survivorship Deed | $84,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $160,050 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $117,370 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $77,600 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $94,200 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $80,950 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $19,400 | No Value Available |
Source: Great Plains Regional MLS
MLS Number: 22610446
APN: 17-29-128-001-000
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