The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 72012 sells for about $215,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 72012 — Beebe
The housing market in 72012 remains stable with modest year-over-year price appreciation. Inventory levels are sufficient to meet current demand, though the market is sensitive to interest rate fluctuations. Figures for specific metrics like active inventory and days on market are based on local market observations as ZIP-level data is not centrally published in a single aggregate report.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a more affordable, small-town lifestyle within reach of the Little Rock metro area's larger job market.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.1% · poverty 12.5% — 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 5.3%/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 4.4%/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 72012, White County AR
Crime rates in the Beebe area are generally considered lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
The area is served by the Beebe School District, which is generally regarded as a stable, community-focused district providing standard public education services.
The region is subject to standard central Arkansas weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near regional waterways.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Little Rock metro area and local agricultural and light industrial sectors, with steady residential development occurring on the city's periphery.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Disabled Veteran Total Property Tax Exemption: Provides a 100% exemption from all ad valorem real property taxes on the principal homestead. Formula: Net Ad Valorem Tax Due = $0.00. State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Senior and Disabled Assessment Freeze: Freezes the assessed taxable value of the homestead at the prevailing assessed value at the time the owner becomes eligible or purchases the property. State (Arkansas) — Arkansas State Homestead Property Tax Credit: Provides a direct reduction against ad valorem property taxes up to $350.00 (increased to $350 by Act 655 of 2009; further statutory increases may apply up to $425 depending on legislative session). Formula: Final Tax Due = max($0, Gross Ad Valorem Tax - Homestead Credit). State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Amendment 79 Assessment Growth Caps (Assessment Limitation): Caps annual assessed value growth following a countywide reappraisal: homestead parcel taxable assessments cannot increase by more than 5% per year, and non-homestead residential parcel taxable assessments cannot increase by more than 10% per year until taxable assessment reaches… State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment Ratio and Valuation: Imposes an ad valorem property tax based on a uniform statutory assessment ratio of 20% of true market value.
Commuters primarily utilize US Highway 67/167 for direct access to the Little Rock and Jacksonville employment hubs, with typical drive times ranging from 30 to 45 minutes.
Local amenities include several community parks, proximity to the Arkansas State University-Beebe campus facilities, and access to regional fishing and outdoor recreation areas within a short drive.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand from students and commuters, with a mix of single-family homes and small apartment complexes; vacancy rates remain relatively low.
The local economy is anchored by the education sector (ASU-Beebe), regional retail, and agricultural support services, with many residents commuting to the broader Little Rock metro area.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with US Highway 67/167 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on residential expansion on the city's outskirts and infrastructure upgrades to support regional traffic growth.
Parcels are subject to Beebe School District taxes and standard county-level service districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather, including wind and hail risks common in central Arkansas.
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 local cultural events and educational resources.
Central community space with playgrounds and walking paths.
Historic district with local retail and dining options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.