For sale

$229,000

1608 S 23rd St, Lincoln, NE 68502

3beds

1,512sqft

$1,709/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1900

6,969 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$151/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Private backyardFormal dining roomRemodeled kitchenInviting front porchHardwood floorsNewer windowsBeautiful original woodwork

Character, craftsmanship, and an incredible Near South location! Surrounded by the character of one of Lincoln’s historic neighborhoods, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home pairs original charm with meaningful updates and a surprisingly peaceful setting in the heart of the city. Enjoy evenings on the inviting front porch, a private backyard, and the quiet sounds of summer nights. Inside, beautiful original woodwork and hardwood floors are ready to shine again, along with a remodeled kitchen, formal dining room, sunroom, and spacious living areas. Major improvements include newer windows, updated electrical panel, HVAC, water heater, sewer line, and an 18-panel solar system integrated with the home’s electricity. Lincoln High is just minutes away, with downtown, the Zoo, Sunken Gardens, parks, and other Lincoln favorites nearby. The nearly finished basement offers even more usable space beyond the listed above-grade square footage. Detached 2-stall garage with alley access. Call today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

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

Primary bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Basement

Area: 756

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,512
Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,512
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Garage
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: Two
Patio & porch: Enclosed Porch
Fencing: Privacy

Lot

Size: 6,969 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50' x 142'
Features: Up to 1/4 Acre.

Details

Parcel number: 1036217003000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Other, Brick/Mortar

Condition

Not New and NOT a Model
New construction: No
Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Near South - Low

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Lincoln

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $151/sqft
Tax assessed value: $198,600
Annual tax amount: $1,890
Date on market: 9/28/2026
Listing terms: VA Loan,FHA,Conventional,Cash
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/28/2026	Listed for sale	$229,000-11.2%$151/sqft
Source: GPRMLS #22627999 Report a problem
9/27/2026	Listing removed	$258,000$171/sqft
Source: GPRMLS #22626794 Report a problem
9/17/2026	Listed for sale	$258,000-4.1%$171/sqft
Source: GPRMLS #22626794 Report a problem
9/15/2026	Listing removed	$269,000$178/sqft
Source: GPRMLS #22625979 Report a problem
9/9/2026	Listed for sale	$269,000$178/sqft
Source: GPRMLS #22625979 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,890 -25.1%	$198,600 +8.7%
2024	$2,525 -17.5%	$182,700
2023	$3,062 +10.5%	$182,700 +31.1%
2022	$2,772 -0.2%	$139,400
2021	$2,778 +15.2%	$139,400 +10.5%
2020	$2,411 -5.2%	$126,200
2019	$2,543 -1.3%	$126,200 -1.7%
2018	$2,576 +4.5%	$128,400
2017	$2,465 +3.7%	$128,400 +5.2%
2016	$2,376	$122,000
2015	$2,376 +0.7%	$122,000 +7%
2014	$2,359 +6.4%	$114,000
2013	$2,217	$114,000
2012	--	$114,000 -2.3%
2011	--	$116,700
2010	--	$116,700
2009	--	$116,700 -4.7%
2008	--	$122,481
2007	--	$122,481
2006	--	$122,481
2005	$2,172 +1.3%	--
2004	$2,144	--
2003	$2,144 +31.5%	--
2002	$1,630 +1%	--
2001	$1,615 +7.3%	--
2000	$1,504	--