The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 00730 sells for about $155,000, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $492 a month.
ZIP 00730 — Ponce
The housing market in 00730 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by local demand. Inventory levels are sufficient for the current sales pace, though economic factors continue to influence affordability and market activity.
This ZIP is best suited for local families and budget-conscious buyers seeking proximity to the urban amenities and employment opportunities of Ponce.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 5.1 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 25.3% · poverty 53.9% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
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 3.4%/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 3.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 00730, Ponce, PR
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Ponce are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue in urban sectors of the city.
Public schools in the area are managed by the Puerto Rico Department of Education, with performance metrics varying significantly across individual campuses.
The area is subject to tropical storm and hurricane risks, necessitating robust property insurance coverage and adherence to local building codes for wind resistance.
Economic momentum is tied to the revitalization of the Ponce historic district and regional port activities, though overall growth remains modest.
Property taxes in Puerto Rico are administered by the Municipal Revenue Collection Center (CRIM), with rates and exemptions determined by local municipal ordinances.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with major transit corridors connecting the ZIP to the Ponce employment core and surrounding industrial zones.
The area features access to historic sites in downtown Ponce, local parks, and proximity to the southern coastline for recreational activities.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with limited new inventory and a steady presence of long-term local tenants.
The economy is anchored by government services, education, healthcare, and logistics related to the Port of Ponce.
The area is served by a network of state highways, with limited public transit options beyond local bus services.
Urban planning efforts are focused on the preservation of historic structures and infrastructure upgrades in the city center.
The Municipal Revenue Collection Center (CRIM) manages all property assessments and tax collections for the municipality.
Parcels are subject to municipal property taxes and standard utility service districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by high exposure to natural disasters, requiring specialized coverage.
Net domestic migration has historically been negative, reflecting broader trends in Puerto Rico.
Foreclosures in Puerto Rico are generally judicial, requiring court intervention and following specific notice periods.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement detailing the condition of the home and any known defects.
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.
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Silver Plume Rentals512.7 mi
- St. Elmo, CO4.712 mi
- Taylor Park Trading Post4.42.2 mi
- Gunnison National Forest4.811.4 mi
- Denny Creek Trailhead4.810.9 mi
- Cottonwood Pass57.1 mi
- Taylor Park Marina4.83.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features colonial architecture and museums.
Historic firehouse and iconic city symbol.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.