The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 04926 sells for about $316,000, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 41 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 04926 — China Village
The housing market in ZIP 04926 shows signs of tightening inventory, which is driving consistent year-over-year price appreciation. Demand remains steady among local buyers, supported by a stable regional economy and manageable cost of living. While supply is constrained, the market remains balanced with moderate days on market.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and long-term residents seeking a stable, suburban environment with access to outdoor amenities and reasonable commute times.
Median prices moved up 9.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 41 days on market with 1.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.6% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 7.2% — 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 7.5%/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 6.2%/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 04926, Dodge County
Crime rates in this area remain low relative to state averages, with property crime showing a stable trend over the last year.
Local schools are generally rated as average to above-average, with strong community support and consistent performance metrics.
The area faces moderate risk from seasonal wind events and localized flooding in low-lying zones, with standard insurance coverage widely available.
Economic momentum is driven by a mix of local manufacturing and regional service-sector employers, with steady infrastructure maintenance.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Maine) — Maine Resident Homestead Property Tax Exemption: Provides a reduction in the valuation of the homestead for property tax purposes. The exemption amount is set by state statute (currently $25,000 of the just value of the property). The formula is: (Just Value - Homestead Exemption) * Local Tax Rate = Tax Due.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major highway corridors providing access to regional employment hubs within 30-45 minutes.
The area features several local parks, walking trails, and proximity to regional lakes, offering diverse outdoor recreational opportunities.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, with limited new multi-family inventory currently in the pipeline.
The local economy is anchored by regional manufacturing and agricultural support services, providing a stable employment base.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with ongoing maintenance of local arterial roads to support regional traffic flow.
Development is currently focused on small-scale residential infill and the revitalization of the central business district.
The county appraisal district conducts annual assessments to ensure property values align with current market trends.
Parcels are subject to standard school district and county-level utility taxes, with no major special assessment districts reported.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are subject to regional adjustments based on hazard exposure.
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.
Primary community green space with playgrounds and picnic areas.
Public boat launch and fishing pier serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.