For sale

$385,000

26259 249th St, Columbus, NE 68601

3beds

2,349sqft

$2,652/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1978

2.84 Acres Lot

$369,900 Zestimate^®

$164/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Stunning vaulted ceiling

Rustic charm meets spacious country living in this 3 bedroom 3 bathroom log home. There is the perfect blend of warmth, character and functionality in this home. This home sits on 2.84 acres and is less than 10 miles from Columbus. The living room welcomes you to the home with a stunning vaulted ceiling, fireplace and is open to the loft above. Roof has been recently replaced with a metal roof. There is also a 3 car garage for your vehicles, hobbies, storage, recreational vehicles, or use as additional living space. Beautifully unique, spacious and filled with character – this one of a kind property may be just what you are looking for! This property also has the potential to be an income producing property, as the current owners have been utilizing it as a vacation rental - has potential to be a turn-key investment and could come fully furnished if interested.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 320
Dimensions: 16 x 20

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 168
Dimensions: 12 x 14

Bedroom 3

Level: Second
Area: 140
Dimensions: 10 x 14

Primary bathroom

Features: Full

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 126
Dimensions: 9 x 14

Living room

Features: Window Covering, Bay/Bow Windows, Fireplace, 9'+ Ceiling
Level: Main
Area: 754
Dimensions: 29 x 26

Heating

Electric, Geothermal

Cooling

Central Air, Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave

Features

High Ceilings
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Windows: Window Coverings, Bay Window(s)
Has basement: No
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,349
Total interior livable area: 2,349 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,349
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Garage - Attached
Attached garage spaces: 3

Features

Levels: One and One Half
Patio & porch: Patio
Spa features: Whirlpool
Fencing: None

Lot

Size: 2.84 Acres
Features: Over 1 up to 5 Acres, Wooded

Details

Parcel number: 710135411

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Log Cabin
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Log
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Metal

Condition

Not New and NOT a Model
New construction: No
Year built: 1978

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Utilities for property: Electricity Available

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Rural

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Columbus

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $164/sqft
Tax assessed value: $461,950
Annual tax amount: $2,736
Date on market: 9/15/2026
Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Ownership: Fee Simple
Electric utility on property: Yes

Estimated market value

$369,900

$351,000 - $388,000

$2,306/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/14/2026	Listed for sale	$385,000+34.4%$164/sqft
Source: Columbus BOR NE #20260515 Report a problem
6/1/2021	Sold	$286,500-1.2%$122/sqft
Source: GPRMLS #22104193 Report a problem
5/4/2021	Pending sale	$290,000$123/sqft
Source: GPRMLS #22104193 Report a problem
4/16/2021	Price change	$290,000-2.7%$123/sqft
Source: GPRMLS #22104193 Report a problem
4/2/2021	Price change	$298,000-3.7%$127/sqft
Source: Columbus BOR NE #2021098 Report a problem
3/12/2021	Price change	$309,500-1.9%$132/sqft
Source: Columbus BOR NE #2021098 Report a problem
2/26/2021	Listed for sale	$315,500+80.3%$134/sqft
Source: Re/Max Total Realty #2021098 Report a problem
7/7/2015	Sold	$175,000+29.6%$74/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
6/9/2015	Price change	$135,000-67.5%$57/sqft
Source: RE/MAX TOTAL REALTY #1500221 Report a problem
5/29/2015	Price change	$415,000+130.6%$177/sqft
Source: RE/MAX TOTAL REALTY #1500221 Report a problem
5/23/2015	Listed for sale	$180,000-60%$77/sqft
Source: RE/MAX TOTAL REALTY #1500221 Report a problem
11/18/2014	Listed for sale	$449,900$192/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Total Realty - NE #1400466 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,736 -11.5%	$461,950
2024	$3,091 +23.6%	$461,950 +67.7%
2023	$2,501 -6.8%	$275,535
2022	$2,683 +15.8%	$275,535 +13.3%
2021	$2,317 0%	$243,245 +11.9%
2020	$2,317 +23.3%	$217,355 +19.6%
2018	$1,880 +4.1%	$181,665 +4.2%
2017	$1,807 +9.3%	$174,335 -7%
2016	$1,653 -17.4%	$187,450 -16.8%
2015	$2,001 -5.9%	$225,205 +0.3%
2014	$2,127	$224,450
2012	--	$224,450 +12.6%
2011	$2,731 +7.9%	$199,410 +3%
2010	$2,530	$193,580
2009	--	$193,580