The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 58464 sells for about $145,000, or $98 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 84 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 58464 — McHenry
The housing market in 58464 is characterized by low inventory and very slow turnover, typical of a stable rural North Dakota community. Prices have seen modest, steady appreciation, driven by limited supply rather than high demand. The market remains balanced for the few buyers and sellers active in the area.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, including local agricultural workers and retirees who prioritize affordability and community over proximity to urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 3.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 84 days on market with 6.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
8% 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 2.3% · poverty 23.0% — 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 2.6%/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 2.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 58464, Barnes County ND
Crime rates in this rural North Dakota area are significantly lower than the national average, with property and violent crime incidents being rare.
Schools serving this area are part of small, rural districts that provide personalized attention but have limited extracurricular offerings compared to larger urban districts.
The area faces moderate risks from severe winter weather and occasional spring flooding, with standard property insurance coverage generally available.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by the agricultural sector and local service industries, with limited new commercial development occurring.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on true and full value, with agricultural land often receiving preferential valuation treatment.
Commutes are primarily by private vehicle, with residents traveling to nearby regional hubs for employment and major services.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, and local community parks, with limited retail and dining options within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is small and characterized by low turnover, with limited inventory and stable, modest rent levels.
The economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, including crop production and livestock, supported by local small-scale service and retail businesses.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with no public transit infrastructure serving this rural area.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP code.
The Barnes County Tax Director oversees property assessments, ensuring valuations align with state-mandated agricultural and residential assessment standards.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-level levies for road maintenance and emergency services.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are influenced by the region's exposure to severe weather events like hail and wind.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov 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 basic recreational space and playground facilities for residents.
Accessible areas for hunting and outdoor recreation common to the North Dakota plains.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.