The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 58436 sells for about $218,000, or $108 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 92 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $757 a month.
ZIP 58436 — Ellendale
The housing market in 58436 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation. Activity is driven by local demand and limited supply, typical of rural North Dakota markets. Prices have seen a slight year-over-year increase, reflecting broader regional trends.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, affordable small-town lifestyle, as well as those employed in the local agricultural or service sectors.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 92 days on market with 8.4 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.5% · poverty 7.7% — 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 4.6%/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 3.6%/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 58436, Dickey County ND
Crime rates in the Ellendale area are generally low, consistent with rural North Dakota trends and significantly below national averages.
The area is served by the Ellendale Public School District, which is generally regarded as providing stable, community-focused education typical of small-town North Dakota.
The region faces standard Midwestern risks including severe thunderstorms, occasional high winds, and winter weather; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near the James River.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by agriculture and local services, with limited large-scale industrial development; the area maintains a steady, slow-growth profile.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level in Dickey County based on true and full value; agricultural land is assessed based on productivity, while residential property is taxed at a uniform rate.
Commutes are primarily local within Ellendale or to nearby agricultural hubs; there is no significant public transit, and most residents rely on personal vehicles for travel.
Local amenities include the Ellendale City Park, nearby wildlife management areas for hunting and fishing, and local community sports facilities.
The rental market is limited in depth, primarily serving local workers and students; vacancy pressure is generally low due to the small inventory of available units.
The economy is anchored by agriculture, education, and local government services, with a stable but slow-growth industry mix.
Transportation is dominated by regional highway access; there is no public transit infrastructure.
Development is largely limited to small-scale residential improvements and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
The Dickey County assessor manages property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment guidelines.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide levies for emergency services and infrastructure.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather risks, including wind and hail, which are common in the Northern Plains.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau 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 green space and recreational facilities for residents.
Serves as a regional natural feature for outdoor activities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.