The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 65301 sells for about $239,900, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.38%), a market in balance. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $884 a month.
ZIP 65301 — Sedalia
The 65301 housing market is currently stable, with a median listing price of $239.9K and a measured supply of 166 active listings. While year-over-year price growth remains modest at 0.38%, the market is seeing faster turnover compared to last year. Rental demand remains steady, though elevated vacancy rates suggest a balanced environment for both buyers and renters.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking affordable housing and a slower pace of life, offering a mix of suburban and rural living options.
Median prices moved up 0.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% 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 4.1% · poverty 16.0% — 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 6.6%/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 7.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 65301, Pettis County MO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Schools in the Sedalia area are primarily served by the Sedalia School District 200, which provides a range of public education options for the community.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near water bodies.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, healthcare, and retail sectors, with ongoing efforts to maintain infrastructure and support small business development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by the Pettis County Assessor; rates are determined by local millage levies for schools, city services, and county operations.
Commutes are generally short, with most residents traveling within the Sedalia area for work; major highway access is provided by U.S. Route 50 and U.S. Route 65.
The area features several local parks, community centers, and access to outdoor recreation, with shopping and dining concentrated along the Broadway corridor.
The rental market shows a vacancy rate of approximately 10.5%, suggesting a balanced to slightly soft market for landlords with moderate pressure on rent growth.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and agricultural support services, with the Missouri State Fairgrounds serving as a significant economic driver.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with U.S. Routes 50 and 65 serving as the primary corridors for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on infill residential projects and commercial expansion along the main thoroughfares.
The Pettis County Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments conducted periodically to reflect market value changes.
Parcels are subject to school district levies, county taxes, and potential special assessments for municipal services.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail exposure common in central Missouri.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and ACS 5-year estimates.
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.
A central community park featuring sports facilities and green space.
A major regional anchor hosting the annual Missouri State Fair and various events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.