The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 65079 sells for about $599,900, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are down 9.88% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,221 a month.
ZIP 65079 — Sunrise Beach
The 65079 housing market is characterized by high price points and a significant share of seasonal or second-home inventory. While median prices have seen a correction from recent peaks, demand remains steady for waterfront properties, keeping the market competitive despite a high volume of active listings.
This ZIP is ideal for retirees, second-home buyers, and vacation-rental investors who prioritize waterfront access and a quiet, lake-oriented lifestyle over proximity to urban employment centers.
Median prices moved down 9.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 8.4 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.6% · poverty 8.7% — 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 12.0%/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 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 65079, Camden County MO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by the Camdenton R-III School District, which generally maintains a stable reputation within the Lake of the Ozarks region.
The ZIP code is located in a high-risk area for wildfire and wind damage due to its dense forest cover and proximity to the Lake of the Ozarks, impacting insurance premiums.
Economic momentum is driven primarily by tourism, seasonal recreation, and the service industry surrounding the Lake of the Ozarks, with limited large-scale industrial development.
Property taxes are assessed by Camden County based on local millage rates; there are no special municipal income taxes, though various utility and fire protection districts may levy additional assessments.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling along Highway 5 and local lake roads to reach employment hubs in Camdenton or Osage Beach.
The area is a premier destination for lake-based recreation, including boating, fishing, and golf, with numerous marinas and waterfront dining options located throughout the ZIP.
The rental market is heavily influenced by seasonal demand and short-term vacation rentals, leading to limited long-term inventory and higher vacancy pressure during off-peak months.
The economy is anchored by the tourism and hospitality sectors, with significant employment in retail, construction, and property management services.
Transportation is entirely road-based, relying on state highways to connect the dispersed lake communities to regional hubs.
Development is primarily focused on residential infill and the renovation of existing waterfront properties rather than large-scale commercial expansion.
Camden County Assessor manages property valuations, typically reassessing on a biennial cycle.
Parcels are subject to various fire protection and water/sewer district assessments common in rural lake communities.
Property insurance costs are elevated due to regional wildfire and storm risks, with many carriers requiring specific mitigation measures.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 65079 profiles.
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.
Major regional attraction for boating and fishing.
Notable for its castle ruins and hiking trails.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.