The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 89521 sells for about $680,000, or $323 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.59%), a market in balance. Homes take about 54 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,837 a month.
ZIP 89521 — Reno
The 89521 housing market is currently experiencing a period of stabilization with a median sale price of $680,000. Market activity remains somewhat competitive, though year-over-year price metrics show slight declines. Several data points, including specific tax rates and rental vacancy figures, are not currently published at the ZIP level.
This ZIP code is well-suited for families and professionals seeking suburban housing options with convenient access to Reno's employment core and outdoor amenities.
Median prices moved down 0.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 54 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 89521, 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.
The area is served by the Washoe County School District, which provides a range of public educational options for residents in the South Reno area.
The region faces typical high-desert climate risks, including wildfire potential and seasonal wind events, which influence local property insurance considerations.
Development in the 89521 ZIP code is driven by suburban expansion in South Reno, with proximity to major employment hubs and infrastructure corridors.
Property taxes are assessed by Washoe County based on the taxable value of real property, with rates determined by local taxing jurisdictions and special districts.
Residents typically rely on I-580/US-395 for commuting to downtown Reno and the surrounding employment centers.
The area features access to regional parks, golf courses, and proximity to the Sierra Nevada foothills for outdoor activities.
The rental market in South Reno is characterized by demand from professionals and families, with inventory levels influenced by the broader Reno housing supply.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Reno-Sparks metropolitan area, with significant employment in logistics, technology, and education.
The area is primarily served by the I-580 corridor, providing the main arterial connection to the Reno city center.
Ongoing residential and mixed-use development continues in the South Reno area, consistent with regional growth patterns.
Parcels are subject to Washoe County property tax assessments and local school district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire risk assessments and the high-desert climate.
Data sourced from US Census Bureau and incomebyzipcode.com.
Various community parks and green spaces serving the suburban neighborhoods.
Deterministic aggregate of 2 researched properties in this ZIP (latest reading each) — each property weighs one; per point, properties lacking the value are excluded. Property-level records (taxes, scores, permits) never roll individually.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).