Seller's Agent in 2026
Jayme Shelton
Red Door Realty
(402) 525-6648
2 in this area
154 Total Sales
602 S 40th St Lincoln, NE 68510
Witherbee Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
834
Sq Ft
6,534
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Shed
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of June 2026Tucked 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Red Door Realty License #20150271 Listed on: 04/17/2026
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
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2026
Closed on
Jun 2, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jayme Shelton
Red Door Realty
Buyer's Agent
Megan Ourada
HOME Real Estate
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$177,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-4.32%
Views
36
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
53.97%
Original Mortgage
$162,150
Interest Rate
0.0623%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 13, 2022
Closed on
Oct 6, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Matthew Easley
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rhonda Rogers
HOME Real Estate
List Price
$159,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
3.77%
Views
4
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.94%
Original Mortgage
$160,050
Interest Rate
0.0555%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 1, 1900
Closed on
Apr 27, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jeni Meyer
Nebraska Realty
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Mctaggart
Nebraska Realty
List Price
$117,500
Sold Price
$121,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,500
2.98%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.25%
Original Mortgage
$3,630
Interest Rate
0.044%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$77,600
Interest Rate
0.0581%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 29, 2002
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$94,200
Interest Rate
0.0678%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,950
Interest Rate
0.0784%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $177,000 | Nebraska Title | |
| 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 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $162,150 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $160,050 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $3,630 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Closed | $117,370 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $77,600 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $94,200 | FHA | |
| Closed | $80,950 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2026 06/04/26 | Sold | $177,000 | -4.3% | $212 / Sq Ft | |
| 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 |
Source: Great Plains Regional MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $2,358 | $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 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jayme Shelton
-
Tony Milana
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Tony Milana
Red Door Realty
(402) 483-2301
2 in this area
152 Total Sales
-
Megan Ourada
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Megan Ourada
HOME Real Estate
(402) 202-2122
2 in this area
69 Total Sales
-
Matthew Easley
Seller's Agent in 2022
Matthew Easley
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
(402) 540-3617
1 in this area
18 Total Sales
-
Troy Benes
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Troy Benes
BHHS Ambassador Real Estate
(402) 658-6522
2 in this area
574 Total Sales
-
Rhonda Rogers
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Rhonda Rogers
HOME Real Estate
(402) 525-8470
1 in this area
40 Total Sales
Map
Source: Great Plains Regional MLS
MLS Number: 22610446
APN: 17-29-128-001-000
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