Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully preserved home full of character and charm. Featuring 5 spacious bedrooms, this centrally located gem boasts original hardwood floors and intricate woodwork throughout, offering the perfect blend of historic detail and modern comfort. You’ll love the updated kitchen, thoughtfully renovated with contemporary finishes and appliances while still honoring the home’s classic style. Enjoy your mornings on the screened-in porch, an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining, no matter the season. The fully finished attic provides incredible versatility—perfect as a guest suite, home office, playroom, or creative studio. Located in the heart of the city, you’re just minutes from local shops, restaurants, schools, and parks. This is a rare opportunity to own a home with both soul and substance. Schedule your showing today—homes like this don’t come around often!
Sold for $314,000
$314,000
511 W 26th St, Kearney, NE 68845
5beds
2baths
4,765sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
9,750 Square Feet Lot
$318,500 Zestimate®
$66/sqft
$2,325 Estimated rent
Home value
$318,500
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Guest suiteHome officeCreative studioUpdated kitchenIntricate woodworkContemporary finishesScreened-in porch
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Listed by:
Kyle Smith,
Kearney Realty, L.L.C.
Bought with:
Kelsey Janssen
Coldwell Banker Town & Country
Source: REALTORS of Greater Mid-Nebraska MLS,MLS#: 20251097
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Study, Bonus Room
Dining room
- Features: Formal, Wood
Family room
- Features: None
Living room
- Features: Wood
Basement
- Area: 300
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Study, Bonus Room
- Windows: Partial
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,480
- Total interior livable area: 4,765 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,120
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Vinyl
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 9,750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75X130
- Features: Landscaping: Established Yard, Good
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 604649000
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: NE
Location
- Region: Kearney
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $66/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $264,565
- Annual tax amount: $3,244
- Price range: $314K - $314K
- Date on market: 8/25/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 47 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Sold | $314,000-0.3%$66/sqft |
Source: REALTORS of Greater Mid-Nebraska MLS #20251097 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Pending sale | $314,900$66/sqft |
Source: REALTORS of Greater Mid-Nebraska MLS #20251097 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $314,900-3.1%$66/sqft |
Source: REALTORS of Greater Mid-Nebraska MLS #20251097 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2025 | Price change | $324,900-5.8%$68/sqft |
Source: REALTORS of Greater Mid-Nebraska MLS #20251097 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Price change | $344,900-1.4%$72/sqft |
Source: REALTORS of Greater Mid-Nebraska MLS #20251097 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,900+91.3%$73/sqft |
Source: REALTORS of Greater Mid-Nebraska MLS #20251097 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2017 | Listing removed | $182,900$38/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Town & Country Realty of Kearney #21005 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2017 | Listed for sale | $182,900$38/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Town & Country Realty of Kearney #21005 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,398 +4.7% | $264,565 +8% |
| 2024 | $4,200 +7.3% | $245,015 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $3,916 +5.7% | $230,080 +9% |
| 2022 | $3,705 -9.8% | $211,135 -11.4% |
| 2021 | $4,109 -4.1% | $238,220 +1.9% |
| 2020 | $4,284 +14% | $233,850 +12.8% |
| 2018 | $3,759 +4% | $207,375 +3.4% |
| 2017 | $3,614 +5.1% | $200,460 +15.2% |
| 2016 | $3,437 +16.2% | $174,000 +2.7% |
| 2015 | $2,959 +0.4% | $169,410 +33.6% |
| 2014 | $2,947 +22.9% | $126,830 +8% |
| 2013 | $2,397 +2.7% | $117,435 +5% |
| 2012 | $2,335 -2.2% | $111,845 -3.3% |
| 2011 | $2,387 +2% | $115,695 |
| 2010 | $2,340 | $115,695 |
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Neighborhood: 68845
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Horizon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Kearney Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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- Nebraska
- Buffalo County
- Kearney
- 68845
- 511 W 26th St
