The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 85145 sells for about $288,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,850 a month.
ZIP 85145
The 85145 housing market is currently stable, with home values showing modest year-over-year growth despite a slight cooling in price appreciation. The market is driven by its affordability relative to the Phoenix and Tucson metros, attracting families and commuters looking for more space. Inventory remains balanced, and the area continues to see steady interest as a residential alternative to the larger urban centers.
This ZIP is best suited for commuters and families seeking more affordable housing options compared to the Phoenix or Tucson urban cores, while accepting longer drive times for employment and major amenities.
Median prices moved up 3.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
18% 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 4.8% · poverty 9.2% — 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 7.9%/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 6.2%/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 85145, Pinal County AZ
Crime rates in the Red Rock area are generally lower than the Pinal County and Arizona state averages, reflecting a quiet, rural-suburban character.
Schools serving the 85145 ZIP code are primarily part of the Eloy Elementary and Santa Cruz Valley Union High School districts, which generally maintain moderate performance ratings.
The area is subject to standard desert climate risks, including extreme heat and occasional flash flooding during monsoon season; wildfire risk is generally low due to sparse vegetation.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the I-10 corridor, with ongoing residential development and logistics-related expansion in the Pinal County region.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Arizona) — Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (Senior Freeze): Provides a 'freeze' on the valuation of the property for tax purposes, limiting the growth of the property tax burden for eligible seniors. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: The tax is calculated by applying an assessment ratio to the property's Limited Property Value (LPV). For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: Property tax is calculated using the formula: (Full Cash Value or Limited Property Value) x Assessment Ratio = Net Assessed Value. The Net Assessed Value is then multiplied by the local tax rate. For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Delinquent Property Tax Lien Sale and 3-Year Redemption Foreclosure: The county treasurer sells a tax lien certificate via public auction to the investor bidding the lowest annual rate of interest (ranging from 16% down to 0% per annum under A.R.S. § 42-18114). State (Arizona) — Statutory Residential Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $400,000 of equity in an owner-occupied primary dwelling from attachment, execution, and forced sale arising from unsecured civil judgment liens.
Residents primarily rely on the I-10 freeway for commutes, with travel times to major employment hubs in Tucson or the Phoenix metro area typically exceeding 45-60 minutes.
Recreational opportunities include access to nearby desert trails and open spaces, with limited immediate shopping and dining options within the ZIP code itself.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand from commuters and families, with limited inventory and stable rent growth consistent with the broader Pinal County market.
The local economy is anchored by logistics, agriculture, and regional services, with significant employment influence from the nearby Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas.
The area is heavily dependent on private vehicle transportation, with the I-10 freeway serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on residential subdivision expansion and industrial growth along the I-10 corridor, with several master-planned projects in various stages of approval.
The Pinal County Assessor determines property values based on market-based mass appraisal techniques, with annual notices sent to property owners.
Parcels in this ZIP are subject to various special districts, including school districts, fire districts, and potential community facilities districts (CFDs) for infrastructure financing.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk assessments, with standard coverage generally available for residential properties.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 85145 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.
- Marana Pumpkin Patch4.58 mi
- Terror In The Corn4.114.1 mi
- Circle S Saloon4.410.7 mi
- Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch4.84.1 mi
- Ora Mae Harn District Park4.612.8 mi
- San Lucas Community Park4.512 mi
- Tom Mix Memorial4.519.5 mi
- Picacho Peak State Park4.75.3 mi
- Ironwood Forest National Monument4.39.7 mi
- Ora Mae Harn District Park4.612.8 mi
- Red Rock Community Park4.62.1 mi
- San Lucas Community Park4.512 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Located nearby, offering hiking trails and historical significance.
Local green space serving the immediate residential community.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).