The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 66503 sells for about $325,400, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,225 a month.
ZIP 66503 — Manhattan
The housing market in 66503 remains stable and optimistic, driven by consistent demand from university-related employment and a limited supply of inventory. Prices have seen steady year-over-year growth, reflecting the area's desirability and economic resilience. Market conditions are currently balanced, favoring neither buyers nor sellers excessively.
This ZIP is ideal for university-affiliated families, professionals working in research or government, and those seeking a balance of suburban amenities and proximity to a major educational hub.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 7.4% — 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 5.9%/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 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 66503, Riley County KS
Crime rates in the Manhattan area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
The area is served by Manhattan-Ogden USD 383, which is generally well-regarded for its academic performance and extracurricular offerings.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near the Kansas River basin, with standard insurance coverage typically available.
Economic momentum is driven by Kansas State University and the nearby National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF), fostering steady development in research and support sectors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Kansas) — Kansas Residential Property Tax: Annual tax bill calculated as: (Appraised Fair Market Value * 11.5% Assessment Rate) * (Mill Levy / 1,000). The mill levy is the combined tax rate set by local taxing jurisdictions.
Commutes are generally short, with most residents driving to the Kansas State University campus or downtown Manhattan within 15-20 minutes.
Residents have access to numerous parks, the Linear Trail system, and proximity to Tuttle Creek Lake for boating and fishing.
The rental market is influenced by the university student population, maintaining consistent demand and low vacancy rates for well-located units.
The economy is anchored by Kansas State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and a growing bioscience sector.
Transportation is primarily car-dependent, with regional bus services provided by ATA Bus connecting the city and university.
Ongoing development includes mixed-use projects near the university district and infrastructure upgrades to support the growing research corridor.
The Riley County Appraiser's Office conducts annual market value assessments for all residential properties.
Parcels are subject to Manhattan-Ogden USD 383 taxes and various municipal utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though coverage for wind and hail damage is a standard consideration in the region.
Kansas has seen modest net domestic migration, with growth concentrated in university and urban centers.
Kansas is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property to potential buyers.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 66503 profile.
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.
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- SpareTime Interactive Entertainment4.310.9 mi
- Little Apple Lanes4.26.4 mi
- Locked Manhattan4.87.6 mi
- Axe To Grind- Axe Throwing Manhattan, KS4.86.7 mi
- Bill Snyder Family Stadium4.85.3 mi
- Bramlage Coliseum4.75.4 mi
- AMC Manhattan 134.57.7 mi
- Acorns Resort4.612.6 mi
- Colbert Hills Golf Course4.62.8 mi
- Tuttle Creek State Park4.55.8 mi
- AMC Manhattan 134.57.7 mi
- Sunset Zoo4.16.2 mi
- Acorns Resort4.612.6 mi
- Liquid Art Winery & Restaurant4.72.7 mi
- Flint Hills Discovery Center4.67.7 mi
- The Museum of Art + Light4.57.7 mi
- Midwest Dream Car Collection4.94.9 mi
- US Cavalry Museum4.612.8 mi
- Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art4.76.5 mi
- Konza Prairie Biological Station4.99.6 mi
- Tuttle Creek State Park4.55.8 mi
- Sunset Zoo4.16.2 mi
- Konza Prairie Nature Trail4.89.6 mi
- Manhattan City Park4.77 mi
- Milford Lake State Park Marina LLC4.514 mi
- Thunderbird Marina and RV Resort4.316.8 mi
- Colbert Hills Golf Course4.62.8 mi
- Manhattan Country Club4.76.8 mi
- Stagg Hill Golf Club4.16.1 mi
- Wildcat Fitness & Fun4.24.6 mi
- Dillons4.34.9 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.47.4 mi
- Manhattan Town Center47.7 mi
- Marshalls4.45.1 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.27.8 mi
- Manhattan Regional Airport4.46.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major anchor institution and cultural hub.
Large recreational area for water sports and camping.
Primary regional retail and dining destination.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.