The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 86442 sells for about $297,912, or $219 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.69%), a market in balance. Homes take about 47 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,298 a month.
ZIP 86442 — Bullhead City
The housing market in 86442 shows a slight year-over-year price decline, reflecting a stabilization period after previous growth. Inventory levels remain steady, and the market continues to serve as an affordable option for retirees and downsizers. Specific figures for sales counts and tax rates were not available at the ZIP level.
This ZIP code is well-suited for retirees, snowbirds, and downsizers seeking affordable desert living, as well as first-time homebuyers looking for established, low-maintenance housing options.
Median prices moved down 0.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 47 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 86442, Mohave County AZ
The area faces typical desert climate risks including extreme heat and potential for flash flooding, with insurance markets reflecting regional wildfire and wind exposure.
Bullhead City serves as the primary retail and economic hub for western Mohave County, with development momentum focused on residential expansion and supporting the local tourism and gaming industry.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Arizona) — Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (Senior Freeze): Provides a 'freeze' on the valuation of the property for tax purposes, limiting the growth of the property tax burden for eligible seniors. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: The tax is calculated by applying an assessment ratio to the property's Limited Property Value (LPV). For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Arizona Property Tax Assessment: Property tax is calculated using the formula: (Full Cash Value or Limited Property Value) x Assessment Ratio = Net Assessed Value. The Net Assessed Value is then multiplied by the local tax rate. For primary residential property (Class 3), the assessment ratio is 10%. State (Arizona) — Delinquent Property Tax Lien Sale and 3-Year Redemption Foreclosure: The county treasurer sells a tax lien certificate via public auction to the investor bidding the lowest annual rate of interest (ranging from 16% down to 0% per annum under A.R.S. § 42-18114). State (Arizona) — Statutory Residential Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $400,000 of equity in an owner-occupied primary dwelling from attachment, execution, and forced sale arising from unsecured civil judgment liens.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major transit corridors connecting the area to employment centers in Laughlin and the broader tri-state region.
The area offers significant access to the Colorado River for boating and fishing, alongside numerous desert trails, local parks, and golf courses.
The rental market is characterized by a mix of long-term residential leases and seasonal housing for snowbirds, with vacancy pressure influenced by the regional tourism cycle.
The local economy is anchored by the gaming and tourism industries in the nearby Laughlin, Nevada area, alongside retail and service sectors supporting the local population.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with Bullhead City Parkway serving as a key arterial route for local traffic.
Development is focused on residential infill and the expansion of community infrastructure to support the growing population.
The Mohave County Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes across the county.
Parcels are subject to various special districts including school, fire, and utility districts typical of Arizona municipal governance.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire risk and the desert climate, with market availability consistent with broader Arizona trends.
foreclosure_note
Arizona is primarily a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for trustee sales following a notice of default and a statutory cure period.
Arizona law requires sellers to provide a comprehensive real estate disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property.
Data sourced from Census Bureau QuickFacts and ZCTA-level profiles.
Major regional attraction for boating, fishing, and water sports.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.