The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 88056 sells for about $156,250, or $109 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.4% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 88056 — Rodeo
The housing market in 88056 is currently stable, characterized by low inventory and modest sales volume. Prices have seen a slight year-over-year decline, reflecting broader regional trends in rural real estate. Market conditions remain balanced, with no significant pressure from new development or rapid population shifts.
This ZIP is best suited for long-term residents, retirees, and those seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle. It is less ideal for commuters or those requiring proximity to urban amenities and high-density employment centers.
Median prices moved down 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% 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 4.2% · poverty 12.5% — 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 3.5%/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 3.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 88056, Benton County
Crime rates in this rural area are generally lower than the state average, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement reports stable trends over the last three years.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of a small rural district with limited extracurricular offerings but stable student-teacher ratios. Academic performance is generally rated as average compared to state benchmarks.
The area faces moderate risk from seasonal wildfires and occasional high-wind events. Flood risk is minimal for most residential parcels, though insurance premiums have seen modest increases due to regional climate adjustments.
Economic momentum is slow, driven primarily by local agriculture and small-scale retail. There are no major corporate headquarters or large-scale infrastructure projects currently under construction in the immediate vicinity.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value. There are no special MUD or PID districts reported for this ZIP, and the tax structure relies on standard state-mandated exemptions for homesteads.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to nearby regional hubs for employment. Public transit options are not available in this rural ZIP code.
Recreational opportunities are centered on outdoor activities, including access to local public lands and small community parks. Shopping and dining options are limited to basic services within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is characterized by low turnover and limited inventory. There is negligible short-term rental presence, and vacancy pressure remains low.
The local economy is heavily reliant on agricultural production and small-scale local government services. There is limited industrial diversification in the immediate area.
Transportation is entirely reliant on private vehicles, with no public transit infrastructure serving the area. Regional access is provided by state highways.
There are no major approved or under-construction developments currently impacting the ZIP code's landscape.
The county appraisal district conducts annual assessments based on market sales data and property inspections.
Parcels are subject to standard county and school district taxation, with no specialized utility or hospital districts reported.
Property insurance availability is stable, though premiums are rising in line with regional wildfire and wind risk assessments.
Net domestic migration is neutral, with a balance between long-term residents and modest turnover.
The state follows a non-judicial foreclosure process with specific notice requirements for homeowners.
Sellers are required to provide a standard property disclosure statement covering known material defects at the time of listing.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
Provides local hiking trails and picnic areas.
Small cluster of local businesses and essential services.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.