Benkelman, NE

Benkelman is a small town in Nebraska with a population of just over 1,000 people. It is located in the northeast corner of the state, about an hour from Omaha. The town was founded in 1887 and was named for Jacob Benkelman, a pioneer settler. The economy of Benkelman is based largely on agriculture and tourism.

Real estate in Benkelman is dominated by small farms and ranches. There are only a handful of homes that are larger than 500 square feet, and most properties are between 100 and 500 square feet. The average price for a home in Benkelman is $130,000.

The market for real estate in Benkelman has been slow to recover from the recessionary period that began in 2007. However, there has been some growth recently as more people are beginning to look for affordable housing options outside of major metropolitan areas.