The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 13206 sells for about $199,900, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +17.59% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 28 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $972 a month.
ZIP 13206 — Syracuse
The 13206 housing market is experiencing steady price appreciation driven by low inventory and consistent demand for affordable single-family homes. While the broader Syracuse market shows strong momentum, this ZIP remains a stable entry point for buyers. Market conditions are characterized by competitive bidding on well-maintained properties.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and families seeking affordable housing options within a short commute of Syracuse's urban core.
Median prices moved up 17.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 28 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.0% · poverty 11.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
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 6.3%/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 4.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 13206, Onondaga County NY
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 the 13206 area are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue. Local trends remain consistent with broader urban patterns in Syracuse.
Schools serving the area are part of the Syracuse City School District, which faces ongoing challenges regarding academic performance and resource allocation compared to suburban districts.
The area is primarily at risk for winter weather-related hazards and localized flooding during heavy rain events, with standard insurance coverage typically sufficient for most residential properties.
Economic momentum is driven by the broader Syracuse regional revitalization efforts, including proximity to major healthcare and educational institutions, though specific large-scale developments within 13206 are limited.
Property taxes are assessed at the county and municipal level with a high effective rate typical of New York State; exemptions are available for primary residences and seniors.
Residents benefit from direct access to I-690 and I-81, providing a relatively short commute to downtown Syracuse and major employment hubs in the region.
The area features several local parks and green spaces, with proximity to shopping centers along the James Street corridor and easy access to regional lakes.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and moderate vacancy rates, with a mix of single-family rentals and multi-unit properties.
The economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and government sectors in the greater Syracuse area, providing a stable employment base.
The area is served by the Centro bus system and maintains strong connectivity to major regional highway networks.
Development is focused on infill projects and the renovation of existing residential stock rather than large-scale new construction.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal and school district taxes, with no significant MUD/PID presence.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the age of the housing stock.
Data retrieved from census.gov ZCTA profiles.
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.
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.410.1 mi
- Funcity Adventure Park4.15.2 mi
- Central Rock Gym - Syracuse4.92.9 mi
- Get Air Trampoline Park4.45.3 mi
- Abbott Farms3.910.4 mi
- New York State Fairgrounds4.56 mi
- JMA Wireless Dome4.42.9 mi
- Dinosaur Bar-B-Que4.62.9 mi
- Rosamond Gifford Zoo4.54.4 mi
- Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview4.26.2 mi
- Green Lakes State Park4.86.7 mi
- Rosamond Gifford Zoo4.54.4 mi
- The Wild Animal Park4.711.6 mi
- YBR Casino & Sports Book410.3 mi
- Marcus Syracuse Cinema4.28.5 mi
- Museum of Science & Technology4.63.1 mi
- Everson Museum of Art4.52.8 mi
- Erie Canal Museum4.72.7 mi
- International Boxing Hall of Fame4.717.9 mi
- All Things Oz Museum4.912 mi
- Green Lakes State Park4.86.7 mi
- Rosamond Gifford Zoo4.54.4 mi
- Onondaga Lake Park4.75.5 mi
- Lights on the Lake4.55.5 mi
- Clark Reservation State Park4.85.2 mi
- Timber Banks4.410.6 mi
- Wegman's Good Dog Park4.48.4 mi
- Lake Shore Yacht & Country Club4.49.5 mi
- A&P Marina4.89 mi
- Brewerton Boat Yard, LLC4.611.9 mi
- Drumlins4.43.5 mi
- Timber Banks4.410.6 mi
- Green Lakes Golf Course4.57.1 mi
- Bellevue Country Club Inc4.65.3 mi
- The Links at Erie Village4.54.5 mi
- Destiny USA4.43.5 mi
- Salt City Market4.73.1 mi
- Marshalls & HomeGoods4.32.5 mi
- CNY Regional Market4.63.3 mi
- Chuck Hafner's Farmers Market and Garden Center4.64.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Primary commercial artery featuring various local businesses and dining options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.