The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 58052 sells for about $285,000, or $142 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $589 a month.
ZIP 58052 — Leonard
The housing market in Leonard (58052) remains stable with low inventory and steady demand from buyers seeking rural living within commuting distance of Fargo. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, supported by the strong regional economy of the Fargo-Moorhead metro area. Market activity is characterized by low turnover and consistent, albeit slow, price appreciation.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, small-town lifestyle who are comfortable with a moderate commute to the Fargo metro area.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 6.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
8% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.1% · poverty 3.0% — 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 4.9%/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 5.3%/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 58052, Cass County ND
Crime rates in Leonard are consistently low, reflecting the typical safety profile of small rural communities in Cass County.
Students are primarily served by the Kindred Public School District, which is highly regarded regionally for its academic performance and small class sizes.
The area is subject to seasonal flood risks associated with the Red River basin, requiring standard flood insurance coverage for many properties.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Fargo-Moorhead metro area, with residents commuting for employment in healthcare, education, and agriculture technology.
Property taxes are assessed by Cass County based on true and full value, with local school district levies comprising the largest portion of the tax bill.
Commuters typically drive 25-30 minutes via ND-18 and I-29 to reach the primary employment hubs in Fargo and West Fargo.
Local amenities are limited to small community parks and nearby rural outdoor spaces, with major shopping and dining located in the Fargo metro area.
The rental market is very thin with low turnover, primarily serving local workers and those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle outside the city.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the broader Fargo-Moorhead metro area, which features a diverse mix of healthcare, higher education, and agricultural technology sectors.
Transportation is entirely dependent on private vehicles, with access to the regional highway network provided by ND-18 and nearby I-29.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction within the immediate ZIP code boundaries.
The Cass County Director of Tax Equalization oversees the assessment process, ensuring properties are valued at true and full market value.
Parcels are subject to levies from the Kindred Public School District and various local township and county-level special service districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect the regional risk profile for wind, hail, and flood events common to the Red River Valley.
North Dakota has seen modest net domestic migration gains, largely concentrated in the Fargo-Moorhead metro area.
North Dakota is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court action to complete the foreclosure process, which typically provides a longer timeline for homeowners.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement detailing known material defects, though the state's requirements are generally considered moderate.
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.
- Sheyenne Oaks Campground4.78.6 mi
- Hector International Airport4.228.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local community park providing basic recreational space and playground facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.