The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 66012 sells for about $325,000, 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 $1,165 a month.
ZIP 66012 — Bonner Springs
The 66012 housing market is currently stable, characterized by moderate price growth and balanced inventory levels. Demand is driven by commuters seeking suburban living, though the market lacks the rapid appreciation seen in more central metro areas. Figures for specific sales volume and inventory are based on current market observations for the Bonner Springs area.
This ZIP code is well-suited for family buyers and commuters who prioritize suburban space and relative affordability over proximity to the urban core. It offers a balance of small-town character with access to Kansas City employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
14% 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 2.9% · poverty 11.6% — 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 6.5%/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 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 66012, Kansas
Crime rates in the Bonner Springs area are generally considered moderate, with property crime being the primary concern compared to violent crime. The area tracks closely with regional averages for the Kansas City metropolitan periphery.
Schools serving the 66012 ZIP code are primarily part of the Bonner Springs-Edwardsville Unified School District, which generally maintains stable performance ratings. Educational quality is viewed as a standard suburban offering within the Kansas City metro area.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms, high winds, and occasional tornado activity. Flood risk is localized primarily to areas near the Kansas River basin.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Kansas City logistics and industrial corridors, with ongoing residential development in the Bonner Springs and western Wyandotte County areas. Major employment hubs in the Kansas City metro are accessible via the I-70 corridor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Kansas) — Kansas Residential Property Tax: Annual tax bill calculated as: (Appraised Fair Market Value * 11.5% Assessment Rate) * (Mill Levy / 1,000). The mill levy is the combined tax rate set by local taxing jurisdictions.
Commuters primarily utilize I-70 and K-7 to access the Kansas City employment core, with typical drive times ranging from 25 to 35 minutes depending on traffic. Public transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership essential for most residents.
The area features access to the Kansas River, local parks such as North Park, and proximity to the Wyandotte County Lake Park. Shopping and dining options are concentrated in the Bonner Springs city center and along the K-7 corridor.
The rental market is characterized by moderate vacancy pressure and steady demand from commuters seeking suburban housing. Investor presence is present but not dominant, with rent growth tracking closely with regional inflation.
The local economy is supported by a mix of logistics, manufacturing, and service-sector jobs, with many residents commuting to the broader Kansas City metropolitan area. The area benefits from its strategic location near major highway interchanges.
Transportation is heavily reliant on the I-70 and K-7 highway corridors. Public transit infrastructure is minimal, with most residents relying on private vehicles for daily commuting.
Development is focused on low-density residential expansion and small-scale commercial infill. Planning efforts are managed by the city of Bonner Springs and the respective county planning departments.
The county appraisal districts utilize mass appraisal techniques to determine property values for tax purposes, with annual adjustments based on market sales data.
Parcels in this ZIP are subject to various special districts, including school districts, fire districts, and potentially utility or drainage districts depending on the specific location.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles, including wind and hail risk common to the Kansas City area. Market health is stable with standard coverage availability.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and local market reports.
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.
- Great Wolf Lodge | Kansas City4.16.1 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.319.5 mi
- Dave & Buster's Overland Park4.318.8 mi
- KC Wheel4.517.3 mi
- The Rush Funplex419.9 mi
- T-Mobile Center4.518 mi
- Johnson County Community College4.514.2 mi
- Kansas City Convention Center4.517.6 mi
- Topgolf Overland Park4.417.1 mi
- Kansas Speedway4.55.3 mi
- Great Wolf Lodge | Kansas City4.16.1 mi
- Cinemark Merriam and XD4.412.5 mi
- Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park4.810.9 mi
- AMC Legends 144.36 mi
- B&B Theatres Shawnee 184.59 mi
- Union Station Kansas City4.717.7 mi
- The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art4.818 mi
- National WWI Museum and Memorial4.917.6 mi
- Science City at Union Station4.817.6 mi
- The Rabbit hOle4.719 mi
- Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park4.810.9 mi
- Antioch Park4.813 mi
- Black Hoof Park4.88.3 mi
- Wyandotte County Lake Park4.68.6 mi
- Shawnee Mission Park Dog Off-Leash Area4.88.9 mi
- Shawnee Mission Park Marina4.68.5 mi
- Marina Boathouse4.59.3 mi
- Smiley's Golf Complex4.39.5 mi
- Falcon Lakes Golf Club4.66.6 mi
- Tomahawk Hills Golf Course3.88.3 mi
- Dub's Dread Golf Club4.67.2 mi
- Painted Hills Golf Course3.610 mi
- Tanger Kansas City at Legends4.56.1 mi
- Ross Dress for Less413 mi
- Nordstrom Rack4.213 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.311.6 mi
- Lenexa Public Market4.69.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large regional park offering fishing, boating, and hiking trails.
Community park serving local residents with recreational facilities.
Historical landmark and educational center located in the area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.