The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 56329 sells for about $315,000, or $168 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% 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 $1,072 a month.
ZIP 56329 — Foley
The housing market in 56329 remains stable with modest price appreciation and consistent demand for single-family homes. Low inventory levels continue to support pricing, though the pace of sales has moderated compared to previous years. Buyers are increasingly looking toward this area for its affordability relative to the larger St. Cloud market.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters seeking a quiet, small-town lifestyle with proximity to the amenities and employment opportunities of St. Cloud.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 8.0% — 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 7.4%/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 6.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 56329, Benton County MN
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 Foley area are generally low, consistent with rural and small-town Minnesota trends, and remain significantly below national urban averages.
The area is primarily served by the Foley Public School District, which maintains a stable reputation for community-focused education and extracurricular engagement.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with flood risk primarily localized to specific low-lying areas near the Elk River.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, agriculture, and proximity to the St. Cloud employment hub, with steady residential development supporting a growing commuter base.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level in Benton County, with rates determined by local school district levies, municipal budgets, and state-mandated property tax formulas.
Residents primarily commute via MN-23 toward St. Cloud, which serves as the primary regional employment and service center.
The area features access to local parks, the nearby Elk River for fishing and boating, and community-focused recreational facilities within Foley.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and limited inventory, with demand driven by local workers and those seeking more affordable alternatives to the St. Cloud metro area.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, agriculture, and retail, with many residents commuting to St. Cloud for professional and healthcare services.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with MN-23 and US-10 serving as the primary corridors for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on modest residential growth and infrastructure improvements to support the expanding population base.
Benton County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system to ensure equitable tax distribution across the county.
Parcels are subject to Foley Public School District levies and various county-level special service districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional exposure to severe weather events common in Central Minnesota.
The state continues to see modest net domestic migration, with growth concentrated in suburban and exurban areas surrounding the Twin Cities and St. Cloud.
Minnesota is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court oversight for the foreclosure process, which provides specific notice and redemption rights to homeowners.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property, including known material defects.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 56329 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.
Central community park with playground and picnic facilities.
Provides local opportunities for fishing and outdoor recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.