The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 67218 sells for about $155,000, or $118 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 13 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $905 a month.
ZIP 67218 — Wichita
The 67218 housing market is characterized by a median price of $155,000 and a relatively high vacancy rate of 14.3%, reflecting a challenging environment for investors. While sales activity remains steady, the market is currently balanced, with buyers maintaining moderate leverage due to supply levels and tenant stability concerns. Overall, the area rewards specialized local knowledge rather than passive investment strategies.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious family buyers and local commuters who prioritize proximity to Wichita's employment centers over new-construction luxury housing.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 13 days on market with 2.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
29% 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 6.4% · poverty 21.5% — a mixed stability 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 4.4%/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 4.3%/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 67218, Sedgwick County KS
Crime trends in the 67218 area are generally consistent with broader Wichita patterns, though specific neighborhood pockets experience higher property crime rates compared to the regional average.
Schools serving the area are part of the Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) system, which maintains a diverse range of academic performance levels across its neighborhood-based campuses.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms, high winds, and occasional tornado activity, necessitating comprehensive property insurance coverage.
Economic momentum is driven by Wichita's core aviation and manufacturing sectors, with local infrastructure improvements focusing on maintaining connectivity to the downtown employment hub.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Kansas) — Kansas Residential Property Tax: Annual tax bill calculated as: (Appraised Fair Market Value * 11.5% Assessment Rate) * (Mill Levy / 1,000). The mill levy is the combined tax rate set by local taxing jurisdictions.
Residents benefit from direct access to major thoroughfares like Kellogg Avenue (US-54/400), providing a straightforward commute to downtown Wichita and the surrounding industrial corridors.
The area features proximity to local parks and green spaces, with convenient access to shopping and dining districts along the East Kellogg corridor.
The rental market exhibits significant vacancy pressure, with a 14.3% vacancy rate, suggesting a competitive environment for landlords and potential stability concerns for passive investors.
The local economy is anchored by Wichita's aviation manufacturing base, with significant employment contributions from healthcare and regional retail services.
The area is served by a network of arterial roads and highways, with limited public transit options relying primarily on the Wichita Transit bus system.
Development pipeline activity is currently focused on small-scale residential improvements and commercial revitalization along existing transit corridors.
The Sedgwick County Appraiser's Office conducts annual market-value assessments for all residential parcels.
Parcels are subject to Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) levies and standard municipal utility district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather events, with market health remaining stable but sensitive to loss history.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau 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.
A historic community park offering green space and recreational facilities.
A major commercial corridor providing diverse dining and retail options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.