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
3064 31st Ave Columbus, NE Welcome home to this beautifully updated bi-level offering the perfect blend of space, com...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,680 sq.ft.	$338,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.42% Traditional cash on cash: 4.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $561 Traditional Rental Income: $2241 Airbnb ROI: -1.42% Traditional ROI: 4.57%
2502 17th St Columbus, NE Welcome home to this spacious and versatile 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom property offering room f...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,824 sq.ft.	$430,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.45% Traditional cash on cash: 4.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $561 Traditional Rental Income: $2567 Airbnb ROI: -1.45% Traditional ROI: 4.11%
4926 Tallgrass Pl Columbus, NE A brand new roof installed in April 2026 sets the tone for the peace of mind and low-maint...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 3,410 sq.ft.	$320,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1768 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.81%
439 3rd St Columbus, NE Welcome home to this like-new 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath two-story built in 2023! This home featu...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 3,160 sq.ft.	$399,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2217 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.3%
1814 14th St Columbus, NE Cute, clean, and ready for its next owner! This well-maintained home offers comfortable li...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,180 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1665 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.06%
2809 35th St Columbus, NE Well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath zero-entry townhome located on the north side of Colum...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 4,530 sq.ft.	$317,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1971 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.48%
4815 SE 16TH STREET Columbus, NE Contract Pending, Back Up Offers Only. Acreage! Now offering a 12 Month Extended Warranty!...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,344 sq.ft.	$487,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2211 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.12%
2912 30th St Columbus, NE	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,280 sq.ft.	$279,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.72% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1900 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.72%
5539 42nd St Columbus, NE Welcome to this stunning new construction home The Penbrooke Model, built by Granville Cus...	5 beds \| N/A baths \| 3,340 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%
3765 56th Ave Columbus, NE This new construction ranch-style home offers 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The main le...	5 beds \| N/A baths \| 4,288 sq.ft.	$650,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.74% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3169 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.74%
2108 Oak Park Pl Columbus, NE Very large 2-story home in a cul-de-sac that also features a very large front & backyard. ...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| 4,118 sq.ft.	$430,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.73% Traditional cash on cash: 4.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $561 Traditional Rental Income: $2627 Airbnb ROI: -1.73% Traditional ROI: 4.1%
6469 Country Club Dr Columbus, NE Buyer will receive a 14-month Home Warranty at closing! Are you ready to own nearly an acr...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,850 sq.ft.	$549,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2186 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.66%
5112 37th St Columbus, NE Welcome to this newly built ranch-style home located in the Meadow Ridge 10th Addition. Th...	5 beds \| N/A baths \| 3,400 sq.ft.	$539,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2633 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.91%
4727 Lambert Pl Columbus, NE Stunning custom S&S Homes Inc. build on one of the last lots in Country Shadows - outside ...	5 beds \| N/A baths \| 5,853 sq.ft.	$1,105,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $6959 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.65%
6664 Shadow Ridge Pl Columbus, NE Discover refined living in this beautifully designed Arbor Lane plan offering 5 bedrooms, ...	5 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,684 sq.ft.	$548,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3159 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.89%
1918 27th St Columbus, NE New basement updates highlight this solid, well maintained, all brick ranch with a no main...	2 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,900 sq.ft.	$284,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.38% Traditional cash on cash: 5.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $851 Traditional Rental Income: $2212 Airbnb ROI: -0.38% Traditional ROI: 5.92%
744 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath homes...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2249 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.34%
806 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath homes...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$294,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2249 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.34%
807 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath homes...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2249 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.34%
808 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath homes...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$294,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2249 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.82%
809 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath homes...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2249 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.82%
825 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath homes...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$294,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.82% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2249 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.82%
826 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath townh...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$294,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2249 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.34%
828 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath homes...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$294,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2249 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.34%
742 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath homes...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2256 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.37%
827 9th St Columbus, NE Now introducing the zero entry townhomes at Vitality Village. These 3 bedroom 2 bath homes...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,543 sq.ft.	$294,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2256 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.37%
2663 48th Ave Columbus, NE This zero-entry townhome features high-end finishes, including LP Smart Siding, showcase c...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,492 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2192 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.49%
2950 2nd Ave Columbus, NE This beautiful home offers 3 bedrooms upstairs, 2 full bathrooms, and a non-conforming bed...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,080 sq.ft.	$295,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1717 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.8%
2667 48th Ave Columbus, NE This zero-entry townhome features high-end finishes, including LP Smart Siding, showcase c...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,492 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2128 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.28%
2317 38th St Columbus, NE Ready to move in: New, 1582 square foot, 2-bedroom townhome. In addition to what you expec...	2 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,582 sq.ft.	$359,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.14% Traditional cash on cash: 5.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $851 Traditional Rental Income: $2274 Airbnb ROI: -0.14% Traditional ROI: 5.06%
4809 Country Club Dr Columbus, NE Looking for that perfect home with a blend of country feel but close to town? Take a look ...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| 3,932 sq.ft.	$399,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.11% Traditional cash on cash: 4.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $561 Traditional Rental Income: $2661 Airbnb ROI: -1.11% Traditional ROI: 4.54%
3322 29th St Columbus, NE An all brick 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath ranch situated on a large lot in a desirable, established n...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 3,640 sq.ft.	$244,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2422 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.31%
471 7th Ave Columbus, NE Looking for something new yet affordable? Take a look at the townhomes at 47 Park Place. T...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,305 sq.ft.	$218,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.97% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1897 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.97%
2395 56th Ave Columbus, NE Welcome to this beautiful new construction home! This gem boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and ...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 3,042 sq.ft.	$409,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2231 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.38%
2756 Korby Ave Columbus, NE New carpet and New Price Improvement is here! This well-maintained 2 story home offers a t...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,584 sq.ft.	$339,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.48% Traditional cash on cash: 3.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $561 Traditional Rental Income: $1900 Airbnb ROI: -1.48% Traditional ROI: 3.61%
2304 Saint Andrews Dr Columbus, NE Open House Saturday 11:30-12:30. Spacious two-story home offering 5 bedrooms and 4 bathroo...	5 beds \| N/A baths \| 4,440 sq.ft.	$540,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1746 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.02%
2 South Shore Dr Columbus, NE Are you ready to live on the lake? ?? This beautiful property at Wagner's Lake is ready fo...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 1,400 sq.ft.	$309,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1563 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.07%
106 N Parkway Pkwy Columbus, NE Extraordinary large home in prestigious North Park situated on spacious lot with mature tr...	5 beds \| N/A baths \| 4,509 sq.ft.	$399,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1618 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.21%
2969 E 17th Ave Columbus, NE Stylish new build from Granville Custom Homes featuring open floor plan, SS Appliances, Ce...	3 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,862 sq.ft.	$375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1839 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.25%
115 23rd St Columbus, NE UNIQUE IN TOWN ACREAGE WITH HIGHWAY 30/23RD STREET FRONTAGE AND A PERMANET DRIVEWAY EASEME...	4 beds \| N/A baths \| 2,520 sq.ft.	$445,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.27% Traditional cash on cash: 2.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $561 Traditional Rental Income: $2186 Airbnb ROI: -2.27% Traditional ROI: 2.31%

Real Estate investment in Columbus, NE

There are 255 properties for sale in the city of Columbus . The median list price in Columbus is $267,929 and the average price per square foot is $156. In September 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Columbus is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Columbus is $1,963.

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

There are 255 investment properties available for sale in Columbus.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Columbus.

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Columbus with average rental income of $1,963.

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Investment Property for Sale in Columbus, NE

3064 31st Ave

Columbus, NE

4 beds | N/A baths | 2,680 sq.ft.

$338,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.42%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.57%

Airbnb Rental Income: $561

Traditional Rental Income: $2241

Airbnb ROI: -1.42%

Traditional ROI: 4.57%

2502 17th St

Columbus, NE

4 beds | N/A baths | 2,824 sq.ft.

$430,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.45%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.11%

Airbnb Rental Income: $561

Traditional Rental Income: $2567

Airbnb ROI: -1.45%

Traditional ROI: 4.11%

4926 Tallgrass Pl

Columbus, NE

3 beds | N/A baths | 3,410 sq.ft.

$320,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 2.81%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1768

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 2.81%

439 3rd St

Columbus, NE

3 beds | N/A baths | 3,160 sq.ft.

$399,900

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 3.3%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2217

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 3.3%

1814 14th St

Columbus, NE

3 beds | N/A baths | 2,180 sq.ft.

$225,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 5.06%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1665

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 5.06%

2809 35th St

Columbus, NE

3 beds | N/A baths | 4,530 sq.ft.

$317,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 3.48%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1971

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 3.48%

4815 SE 16TH STREET

Columbus, NE

3 beds | N/A baths | 1,344 sq.ft.

$487,500

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 3.12%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2211

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 3.12%

2912 30th St

Columbus, NE

3 beds | N/A baths | 2,280 sq.ft.

$279,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 4.72%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1900

Airbnb ROI: N/A