Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Columbus, NE

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Investment Property for Sale in Columbus, NE

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
5316 42nd Street Columbus, NE This exceptional newer home in Meadow Ridge offers 3,626 sq ft of beautifully finished liv...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,121 sq.ft.	$519,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.58% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2382 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.58%
1708 17th Street Columbus, NE Well-maintained and centrally located, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offers comfort and con...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 917 sq.ft.	$229,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.05% Traditional cash on cash: 4.29% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $1393 Airbnb ROI: 0.05% Traditional ROI: 4.29%
711 Augustine Place Columbus, NE This fairly new townhome in a brand new neighborhood is quite the sight to see. It feature...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,422 sq.ft.	$298,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.68% Traditional cash on cash: 4.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $1948 Airbnb ROI: -0.68% Traditional ROI: 4.57%
5202 42nd Street Columbus, NE This luxurious three-bedroom townhome offers modern living in a prime location near the YM...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,319 sq.ft.	$333,375	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.74% Traditional cash on cash: 3.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $1715 Airbnb ROI: -0.74% Traditional ROI: 3.22%
1209 5th Street Columbus, NE Very nice move in ready 5 bedroom ranch home, 3 bedrooms on the main floor and 2 non confo...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,128 sq.ft.	$304,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.56% Traditional cash on cash: 3.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $1582 Airbnb ROI: -0.56% Traditional ROI: 3.3%
3810 13th Street Columbus, NE This 3 bed 2 bath 2 stall garage move-in ready home is improved, upgraded, and ready for n...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 720 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0% Traditional cash on cash: 3.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $1212 Airbnb ROI: 0% Traditional ROI: 3.13%
4926 Tallgrass Place Columbus, NE Step into laid-back comfort with a touch of wow factor at this delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bat...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,705 sq.ft.	$340,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.9% Traditional cash on cash: 3.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $1768 Airbnb ROI: -0.9% Traditional ROI: 3.15%
3419 31st Street Columbus, NE This corner-lot cutie is packing a serious punch with 3 legit bedrooms, plus a bonus room ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,178 sq.ft.	$319,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.6% Traditional cash on cash: 4.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $2117 Airbnb ROI: -0.6% Traditional ROI: 4.88%
1667 28th Avenue Columbus, NE Hereâs your opportunity to own an affordable home thatâs move-in ready with minimal wo...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 772 sq.ft.	$205,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.19% Traditional cash on cash: 3.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $1249 Airbnb ROI: 4.19% Traditional ROI: 3.99%
1814 14th Street Columbus, NE This 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1.5-story home sits on a spacious lot, offering great potential to...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 824 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.25% Traditional cash on cash: 5.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $1665 Airbnb ROI: -0.25% Traditional ROI: 5.11%
1308 6th Street Columbus, NE Discover ranch-style comfort and convenience in this single-story home, elevated by an exc...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 936 sq.ft.	$245,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.41% Traditional cash on cash: 5.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $1658 Airbnb ROI: 3.41% Traditional ROI: 5.02%
4815 SE 16TH STREET Columbus, NE New Roof was just installed. One-of-a-kind acreage available just outside Columbus, NE! Ne...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 784 sq.ft.	$540,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.72% Traditional cash on cash: 2.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $2211 Airbnb ROI: -0.72% Traditional ROI: 2.72%
4505 33RD STREET Columbus, NE A HIGH QUALITY, ENERGY EFFICIENT 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH 3 CAR GARAGE RANCH STYLE HOME. A KEN A...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,500 sq.ft.	$439,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.23% Traditional cash on cash: 3.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $2179 Airbnb ROI: -0.23% Traditional ROI: 3.92%
827 4TH STREET Columbus, NE Looking for the perfect new construction home? Take a look at these affordable homes with...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,260 sq.ft.	$282,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.78% Traditional cash on cash: 4.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $2022 Airbnb ROI: 1.78% Traditional ROI: 4.54%
825 4TH STREET Columbus, NE Looking for the perfect new construction home? Take a look at these affordable homes with...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,260 sq.ft.	$282,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.78% Traditional cash on cash: 4.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $2022 Airbnb ROI: 1.78% Traditional ROI: 4.54%
813 4TH STREET Columbus, NE Looking for the perfect new construction home? Take a look at these affordable homes with...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,260 sq.ft.	$282,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.78% Traditional cash on cash: 3.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $1793 Airbnb ROI: 1.78% Traditional ROI: 3.68%
811 4TH STREET Columbus, NE Looking for the perfect new construction home? Take a look at these affordable homes with...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,260 sq.ft.	$282,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.78% Traditional cash on cash: 3.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $1793 Airbnb ROI: 1.78% Traditional ROI: 3.68%
805 4TH STREET Columbus, NE Looking for the perfect new construction home? Take a look at these affordable homes with...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,260 sq.ft.	$282,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.78% Traditional cash on cash: 3.68% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $1793 Airbnb ROI: 1.78% Traditional ROI: 3.68%
3157 Adele Drive Columbus, NE This luxurious two-bedroom plus office townhome, designed by Granville Custom Homes, featu...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,558 sq.ft.	$379,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.29% Traditional cash on cash: 4.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $2227 Airbnb ROI: 2.29% Traditional ROI: 4.93%
2498 56th Ave Columbus, NE Welcome to this beautiful New Construction Home built by Granville Custom Homes! This gem ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,431 sq.ft.	$396,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.23% Traditional cash on cash: 4.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $2140 Airbnb ROI: -0.23% Traditional ROI: 4.25%
1912 32nd Street Columbus, NE Welcome to this nice 3-bedroom 2-bathroom condo unit. Washer and dryer off kitchen, all ap...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,390 sq.ft.	$195,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.33% Traditional cash on cash: 7.35% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $1898 Airbnb ROI: -0.33% Traditional ROI: 7.35%
3005 35th Street Columbus, NE This beautifully crafted home, built by Shelby Lumber in 2013, offers quality construction...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,086 sq.ft.	$565,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3102 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.67%
1931 Minden Drive Columbus, NE Step into luxury and convenience with this exquisite custom-built zero-entry townhome, whe...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$349,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.43% Traditional cash on cash: 3.97% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $2121 Airbnb ROI: 1.43% Traditional ROI: 3.97%
3253 E 16th Avenue Columbus, NE Welcome to this beautiful home where space, comfort, and charm come together on a beautifu...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,024 sq.ft.	$380,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 5.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $2672 Airbnb ROI: -0.85% Traditional ROI: 5.31%
5539 42nd Street Columbus, NE Welcome to this stunning new construction home The Penbrooke Model, built by Granville Cus...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,670 sq.ft.	$498,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2658 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.34%
2703 8th Street Columbus, NE Double the doors, double the potential!! This rare find offers two tenant-occupied homes o...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 938 sq.ft.	$210,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.14% Traditional cash on cash: 3.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $1770 Traditional Rental Income: $1133 Airbnb ROI: 4.14% Traditional ROI: 3.37%
3765 56TH AVENUE Columbus, NE This new construction ranch-style home offers 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. The main le...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,144 sq.ft.	$699,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3169 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.61%
1951 W Camino Real Columbus, NE All brick ranch style home located on the "island" of Christopher's Cove. Water rights and...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,209 sq.ft.	$495,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.67% Traditional cash on cash: 3.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $796 Traditional Rental Income: $2859 Airbnb ROI: -1.67% Traditional ROI: 3.48%

Real Estate investment in Columbus, NE

There are 112 properties for sale in the city of Columbus . The median list price in Columbus is $325,000 and the average price per square foot is $229. In September 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in Columbus is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Columbus is $2,179.

Columbus, NE Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 112 investment properties available for sale in Columbus.

In 2025, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Columbus.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Columbus with average rental income of $796.

Your search for investment property begins and ends here

Investment Property for Sale in Columbus, NE

5316 42nd Street

Columbus, NE

5 beds | 4 baths | 1,121 sq.ft.

$519,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 2.58%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2382

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 2.58%

1708 17th Street

Columbus, NE

3 beds | 1 baths | 917 sq.ft.

$229,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.05%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.29%

Airbnb Rental Income: $796

Traditional Rental Income: $1393

Airbnb ROI: 0.05%

Traditional ROI: 4.29%

711 Augustine Place

Columbus, NE

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,422 sq.ft.

$298,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.68%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.57%

Airbnb Rental Income: $796

Traditional Rental Income: $1948

Airbnb ROI: -0.68%

Traditional ROI: 4.57%

5202 42nd Street

Columbus, NE

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,319 sq.ft.

$333,375

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.74%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.22%

Airbnb Rental Income: $796

Traditional Rental Income: $1715

Airbnb ROI: -0.74%

Traditional ROI: 3.22%

1209 5th Street

Columbus, NE

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,128 sq.ft.

$304,500

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.56%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.3%

Airbnb Rental Income: $796

Traditional Rental Income: $1582

Airbnb ROI: -0.56%

Traditional ROI: 3.3%

3810 13th Street

Columbus, NE

3 beds | 2 baths | 720 sq.ft.

$249,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.13%

Airbnb Rental Income: $796

Traditional Rental Income: $1212

Airbnb ROI: 0%

Traditional ROI: 3.13%

4926 Tallgrass Place

Columbus, NE

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,705 sq.ft.

$340,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.9%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.15%

Airbnb Rental Income: $796

Traditional Rental Income: $1768

Airbnb ROI: -0.9%

Traditional ROI: 3.15%

3419 31st Street

Columbus, NE

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,178 sq.ft.

$319,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.6%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.88%

Airbnb Rental Income: $796

Traditional Rental Income: $2117

Airbnb ROI: -0.6%