The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 43762 sells for about $245,000, or $132 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $778 a month.
ZIP 43762 — New Concord
The 43762 housing market remains stable, characterized by moderate price appreciation and consistent demand driven by the local university presence. Inventory levels are tight, which continues to support current pricing despite broader national economic headwinds. Buyers are finding a balanced market where homes priced correctly for the area sell within a reasonable timeframe.
This ZIP is well-suited for families, university-affiliated staff, and those seeking a quiet, small-town environment with convenient highway access to larger employment centers.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 4.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.6% · poverty 11.0% — 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 6.8%/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 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 43762, Muskingum County OH
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is primarily served by the East Muskingum Local School District, which maintains a stable reputation within the region.
Economic momentum is anchored by Muskingum University, which serves as a primary employer and cultural hub for the New Concord area.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Muskingum County, with rates determined by local levies and school district requirements.
Residents primarily commute via I-70, providing direct access to Zanesville and the broader Columbus metropolitan employment corridor.
The area features access to local parks, the Muskingum University campus facilities, and proximity to outdoor recreation at nearby state parks and lakes.
The rental market is influenced by student housing demand from Muskingum University, maintaining steady occupancy levels.
The local economy is heavily supported by the education sector, specifically Muskingum University, alongside regional retail and service industries.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with I-70 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing university infrastructure.
The Muskingum County Auditor manages property assessments, typically conducting reappraisals on a triennial cycle.
Parcels are subject to East Muskingum Local School District levies and standard county-wide utility and emergency service districts.
Standard residential insurance coverage is available; the area is not considered high-risk for major natural disasters.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level 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.
Anchor institution providing athletic facilities and cultural events.
Local green space for community recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.