The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 96915 sells for about $502,500, or $250 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,500 a month.
ZIP 96915 — Talofofo
The housing market in 96915 is highly specialized, driven by military demand and limited inventory. Current data indicates a low volume of sales and a reliance on military-related housing needs, with no significant population growth reported in standard census datasets for this specific ZCTA.
This ZIP is primarily suited for military-affiliated personnel, government contractors, and those seeking a quiet, coastal lifestyle away from the main urban centers.
Median prices moved up 4.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 7.5 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
Awaiting this reading — not graded.
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 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
The area is subject to tropical storm and typhoon risks common to the Guam region, necessitating robust insurance coverage.
Economic activity is heavily influenced by the presence of U.S. military installations in and around Santa Rita.
Property taxes in Guam are assessed by the Department of Revenue and Taxation based on a percentage of the appraised value, with specific exemptions for primary residences.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with travel times to major employment hubs like Hagåtña or military bases varying based on traffic conditions.
The area offers access to coastal recreation, including beaches and diving spots, as well as proximity to natural parks and outdoor trails.
The rental market is characterized by demand from military personnel and contractors, leading to relatively stable vacancy rates.
The economy is anchored by the U.S. Department of Defense and related support services, with tourism playing a secondary role.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with limited public transit infrastructure available.
Development is largely dictated by military master planning and local government zoning for residential and commercial use.
Parcels are subject to Guam-wide utility and administrative districts.
Property insurance premiums are high due to the significant risk of typhoon damage in the region.
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Silver Plume Rentals512.7 mi
- St. Elmo, CO4.712 mi
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Cottonwood Pass57.1 mi
- Taylor Park Marina4.83.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local community park serving the Santa Rita area.
Nearby facility providing access to boating and water sports.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.