Williams First Addition Block 1, Lot 1

Build your dream home on spacious residential lot boasting 9.4 acres near the Cross Creek Golf Links Course in Cambridge, Nebraska. These lots offer various views of Cambridge Golf Course, Republican Valley and Medicine Creek. Enjoy small-town living with room to roam, easy access to recreation, and utilities nearby, all just minutes from downtown Cambridge. Ideal for custom homes, hobby farms, or quiet retreats. Lots are limited.

Land

Williams First Addition – Lot 1, Block 1 is a 9.4 acre lot that has a well and electricity.  It features dramatic canyon terrain with eastern exposure, perfectly positioned for beautiful sunrise views. The unique topography adds character and privacy while still offering practical building sites.

Recreation

Nestled just off the scenic Cross Creek Golf Links in Cambridge, Nebraska, this idyllic subdivision offers residents a lifestyle centered around outdoor enjoyment and small-town charm. Golf enthusiasts will love living moments from one of southwest Nebraska’s premier 18-hole courses, known for its sprawling fairways and friendly community atmosphere.
Beyond the greens, the area boasts abundant recreation for all ages. McKinley Park features trails, picnic spots, playgrounds, a municipal swimming pool and splash pad, plus courts and open space for sports and relaxation.
Just a short drive north, Medicine Creek State Recreation Area and Harry Strunk Lake offer over 29 miles of shoreline for boating, fishing, swimming, camping, hiking and wildlife viewing against a backdrop of Nebraska’s natural beauty.
With high quality upland, deer and water fowl hunting as well as, nearby lakes, parks, trails and year-round outdoor opportunities, this community delivers the perfect blend of recreation and rural living.

Region & Climate

Cambridge, Nebraska lies in the south-central Great Plains of the United States, in Furnas County along the Republican River. The landscape is gently rolling prairie with agricultural fields and grasslands typical of the region. The climate is humid continental with hot, often stormy summers and cold winters with snow and occasional temperature extremes. Summers commonly see daily highs in the 80s to 90s °F, while winter lows frequently drop below freezing. Precipitation peaks in late spring and early summer, and annual totals are moderate, with noticeable seasonal variation. Winds are common, and weather can change quickly due to continental influences.

History

Cambridge and Furnas County have roots in America’s settlement of the Plains in the late 19th century. The area was originally home to Pawnee and Sioux peoples before Euro-American settlement. The first settler near present-day Cambridge was Hiram Doing in 1871, and the post office opened as Medicine Creek in 1874. The town was called Pickletown or Pickleville after J.W. Pickle, but renamed Cambridge in 1880 when the railroad arrived—perhaps after Cambridge, Massachusetts or the famed English university town. Cambridge was incorporated in 1885 and grew around agriculture, the railroad, and community institutions like its local newspaper. Furnas County was organized the same year and named for Nebraska’s second governor, Robert W. Furnas, with Beaver City winning a contentious race to be county seat. Fun local quirks include Medicine Creek Days celebrations and historic sites like the old Burlington Railroad era buildings and local museums preserving pioneer artifacts and curiosities

Location

Located just north of the Links Golf Course outside Cambridge, Nebraska.  The setting is quiet and beautiful with excellent views.  Located within 4 hours of Denver and the Front Range as well as an hour from Kearney or 3 hours from Lincoln, Nebraska.