The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 00772 sells for about $145,000, or $125 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 85 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $442 a month.
ZIP 00772 — Loíza
The housing market in ZIP 00772 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by limited inventory and local demand. Market activity is characterized by long days on market and a reliance on local buyers, as the area faces challenges related to infrastructure and economic growth. No specific ZIP-level data for active listings or price cuts was available from major national portals, reflecting the localized nature of this market.
This ZIP is best suited for local residents, families with deep community ties, and budget-conscious buyers looking for coastal proximity, rather than investors or high-end commuters.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 85 days on market with 8.2 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 25.8% · poverty 50.5% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 00772, Loiza, PR
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Loiza are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue in the area.
Public schools in the Loiza area face significant challenges, with most institutions receiving lower performance ratings compared to the broader Puerto Rico school system.
The area is highly susceptible to coastal flooding and hurricane-force wind damage due to its low-lying geography and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean.
Economic momentum is limited, with the local economy heavily reliant on tourism and small-scale local commerce; there is minimal large-scale industrial or corporate development.
Property taxes are administered by the Municipal Revenue Collection Center (CRIM) of Puerto Rico, with rates determined by municipal ordinances and assessed values.
Commuting to the San Juan metropolitan area typically requires a 30-45 minute drive via PR-187 or PR-3, as public transit options are extremely limited.
The area is known for its cultural heritage, local beaches, and traditional culinary offerings, though formal park and trail infrastructure is sparse.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with a significant portion of the stock consisting of informal or long-term family-held rentals.
The economy is primarily driven by tourism, local hospitality, and small-scale retail, with limited industrial presence.
Public transportation is minimal; residents rely heavily on personal vehicles for commuting to employment centers in San Juan.
Development is strictly regulated due to environmental sensitivity and coastal protection zones.
The Centro de Recaudación de Ingresos Municipales (CRIM) manages all property assessments and tax collections for the municipality.
Parcels are subject to municipal property taxes and standard utility service districts for water and electricity provided by PREPA/LUMA.
Property insurance premiums are high due to significant exposure to hurricane and flood risks.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 00772 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Silver Plume Rentals512.7 mi
- St. Elmo, CO4.712 mi
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Cottonwood Pass57.1 mi
- Taylor Park Marina4.83.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A large mangrove forest and coastal area popular for biking and local food kiosks.
Public coastal access points serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.