The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 00692 sells for about $145,000, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 180 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $650 a month.
This ZIP has no home sales of its own, so its market figures come from Vega Alta Municipio, Puerto Rico (county-level). Population, rents, hazards, lending and amenities are this ZIP's own readings.
ZIP 00692 — Vega Alta
Market data for ZIP 00692 is extremely limited, with only a single active listing identified. Most standard metrics including population, income, and historical trends are not determinable at the ZIP level. The available data reflects a single high-end property listing.
This ZIP is well-suited for local families and commuters working in the San Juan metro area who prioritize affordability over proximity to urban centers. It is less attractive to high-end investors but offers value for those seeking a quieter, coastal-adjacent lifestyle.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 180 days on market with 10.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 94% of asking — demand is holding steady.
unemployment 15.8% · poverty 41.3% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
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 3.4%/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 3.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 00692, Vega Alta, PR
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 rates in Vega Alta are generally consistent with regional averages for Puerto Rico, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement maintains a standard presence, though residents are encouraged to utilize neighborhood security measures.
Public schools in the area are managed by the Puerto Rico Department of Education, with performance varying significantly across individual campuses. Many families seek private educational alternatives to supplement local public offerings.
The area is subject to tropical storm and hurricane risks common to northern Puerto Rico, with specific zones designated as flood-prone near coastal and riverine areas. Property insurance premiums reflect these environmental exposures.
Economic momentum is driven by local retail, small-scale agriculture, and proximity to the San Juan metropolitan employment corridor. Infrastructure development is focused on road connectivity and utility resilience.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Puerto Rico) — CRIM Municipal Property Tax: Annual tax liability calculated by applying a municipal-specific rate (typically ranging from 8.03% to 12.03%) to the cadastral value of the property as determined by the Centro de Recaudación de Ingresos Municipales (CRIM).
Commuting primarily involves private vehicle travel via PR-22 toward the San Juan metropolitan area, which can experience significant congestion during peak hours. Public transit options are limited, relying mostly on informal local transport.
The area features access to coastal beaches, local parks, and community sports facilities. Shopping is concentrated in local plazas and small commercial centers within the municipality.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with limited new inventory. Short-term rentals have seen a modest increase due to the area's proximity to coastal attractions.
The local economy is supported by retail, services, and light manufacturing, with many residents commuting to the San Juan metro area for employment. The industry mix is heavily influenced by the regional tourism and logistics sectors.
Transportation is dominated by the PR-22 highway, which serves as the primary artery for regional connectivity. Public transit infrastructure is minimal, necessitating reliance on personal vehicles.
Development planning is focused on sustainable coastal management and the expansion of local commercial zones to support population growth.
The Municipal Revenue Collection Center (CRIM) manages property assessments, which are generally updated periodically based on market trends and property improvements.
Parcels are subject to municipal taxes and standard utility service districts, with no major MUD or PID developments currently impacting the area.
Property insurance is essential due to hurricane exposure, with premiums influenced by proximity to the coast and flood zone designations.
Net domestic migration has been historically negative, though recent years show stabilization as remote work opportunities increase.
Puerto Rico follows a judicial foreclosure process, which can be lengthy and requires court intervention to finalize.
Sellers are required to provide a disclosure statement regarding the physical condition of the property, including known defects and environmental hazards.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 00692.
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.
A popular public beach and recreational area known for its scenic views and swimming.
The historic center featuring local dining, shops, and community gathering spaces.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass. Coherence hold-out: this pass's median price ($1,250,000) sat outside the 0.25–4× band around Vega Alta County's retained level and was not stored.