The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 89444 sells for about $600,000, or $325 per square foot.
Prices are up +9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 47 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,610 a month.
ZIP 89444 — Wellington
The Reno housing market remains tight with steady appreciation driven by limited land supply and consistent in-migration. While inventory remains constrained, buyer demand is supported by a strong regional economy and the absence of state income tax. Market conditions are expected to remain competitive through the remainder of the year.
This area is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a balance between urban employment access and outdoor lifestyle, though it remains competitive for first-time buyers.
Median prices moved up 9.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 47 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 9.5% — 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 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 6.0%/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 89444, Washoe County NV
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 trends in the Reno area are generally stable, with localized variations common in urban centers compared to suburban outskirts.
Schools in the region are part of the Washoe County School District, which maintains a diverse range of academic performance ratings across its various attendance zones.
The region faces moderate wildfire risk due to the surrounding high-desert and mountain terrain, necessitating proactive insurance and mitigation strategies.
Economic momentum is driven by the 'Tesla corridor' and industrial expansion in the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, which continues to attract significant corporate investment.
Nevada does not levy a state personal income tax, and property taxes are capped by state law, with assessments managed by the Washoe County Assessor.
Commuters typically rely on I-80 and US-395 to access the Reno-Sparks employment core, with travel times varying based on peak-hour congestion.
Residents have access to extensive outdoor amenities including regional parks, hiking trails in the Sierra Nevada foothills, and proximity to Lake Tahoe.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and rising rents, driven by limited inventory and steady in-migration to the region.
The economy is anchored by logistics, manufacturing, and tourism, with significant growth in the technology and distribution sectors.
The region is served by the RTC Washoe transit system and major highway corridors including I-80 and US-395.
Development is focused on infill projects and master-planned communities to address the constrained land supply.
The Washoe County Assessor manages property valuations based on market data and state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels may be subject to various special districts including flood control and utility service districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire risk and the overall cost of construction in the Reno market.
Nevada continues to see positive net domestic migration, largely driven by individuals relocating from California.
Nevada is a non-judicial foreclosure state, with specific notice and redemption timelines governed by state statute.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive real property disclosure form detailing the condition of the home.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 89444 and Washoe County.
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.
- Douglas County Community & Senior Center4.716.6 mi
- Topaz Lake Recreation Area4.59.4 mi
- Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park4.819.4 mi
- Jacobs Berry Farm4.717.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A central recreational corridor for walking, cycling, and fishing.
A major regional park featuring trails and event spaces.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.