The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 58439 sells for about $117,200, or $75 per square foot.
Homes take about 180 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $750 a month.
ZIP 58439 — Forbes
The housing market in ZIP 58439 is characterized by extremely low inventory and minimal transaction volume, typical of a remote rural area. Prices remain stable and affordable compared to national averages, driven by the local agricultural economy. Market activity is stagnant with no significant development or price pressure observed.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, particularly those involved in agriculture or looking for affordable, low-density living.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 180 days on market with 12.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
0% 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 0.0% · poverty 46.9% — a mixed stability profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 58439, Forbes ND
The area is served by rural school districts with limited local data; school quality is generally characterized by small class sizes and community-focused instruction.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and winter weather; flood risk is generally low but varies by proximity to local water bodies.
The local economy is primarily driven by agriculture and small-scale local services, with minimal large-scale industrial or commercial development momentum.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level in Dickey and McPherson counties, with rates based on local mill levies; no state income tax applies to residential property.
Commutes are primarily by private vehicle, with residents traveling to nearby small towns for employment and services; public transit is not available.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and local community parks; shopping and dining options are limited and require travel to larger regional hubs.
The rental market is extremely thin with very low inventory, primarily consisting of single-family homes; there is little evidence of short-term rental activity.
The economy is heavily reliant on the agricultural sector, including crop production and livestock, with limited diversification into other industries.
Transportation is entirely dependent on personal vehicles, with no public transit infrastructure available in this rural area.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP code.
Assessments are conducted by the respective county appraisal offices in Dickey and McPherson counties, following state-mandated valuation cycles.
Parcels are subject to local school district levies and county-wide service districts for emergency and road maintenance.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including hail and wind risk, which are common in the Northern Plains.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profile for 58439.
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.
Local community green space serving the immediate area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.