The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 58495 sells for about $185,000, or $112 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $586 a month.
ZIP 58495 — Wishek
The housing market in 58495 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation consistent with rural North Dakota trends. Market activity is driven by local demand rather than speculative investment, resulting in a balanced environment for buyers and sellers. Limited new construction and a steady population base contribute to the current market equilibrium.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with a low cost of living, rather than those requiring proximity to major urban employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
8% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.3% · poverty 10.2% — 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 3.6%/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
ZCTA 58495, Stutsman County ND
Crime rates in this rural North Dakota area are consistently low, with incidents significantly below both state and national averages.
Schools serving this area are part of small, rural districts that generally maintain stable student-to-teacher ratios and community-focused educational environments.
The area faces minimal wildfire risk but is subject to extreme winter weather conditions and occasional severe thunderstorm activity common to the Northern Plains.
The local economy is primarily driven by agriculture and regional service sectors, with limited new commercial development and a stable, slow-growth population profile.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on true and full value, with exemptions available for primary residences and agricultural land use.
Commutes are primarily by private vehicle, with most residents traveling to nearby regional hubs for employment; public transit options are not available.
Recreational opportunities are centered on outdoor activities including local parks, hunting, fishing, and community-based sports facilities.
The rental market is limited in depth, characterized by low turnover and a reliance on single-family home rentals rather than multi-family complexes.
The economy is heavily reliant on the agricultural sector, with support services and small-scale retail providing the bulk of local employment.
Transportation infrastructure is limited to state and county highways; there is no public transit system.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently in the planning or construction pipeline.
The Stutsman County assessor maintains property values based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment guidelines.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide emergency service levies.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though coverage for wind and hail damage is a standard consideration for homeowners.
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.
- Beaver Lake State Park4.56.5 mi
- Beaver Lake State Park4.56.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Hosts regional events and community gatherings.
Provides basic playground and picnic facilities for residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.