The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 67227 sells for about $493,463, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.7% 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 $1,450 a month.
ZIP 67227 — Wichita
The housing market in ZIP 67227 remains resilient with steady price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is driven by families seeking newer suburban homes, though higher interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years. Figures for active inventory and sales count are based on current local market reports.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking newer construction and suburban amenities while maintaining reasonable access to Wichita's employment core.
Median prices moved up 2.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 13 days on market with 3.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% 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 0.0% · poverty 0.0% — 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 5.1%/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 67227, Sedgwick County KS
Crime rates in this suburban area are generally lower than the Wichita city average, with property crime being the primary concern. Local trends remain stable compared to regional benchmarks.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of the Maize and Wichita school districts, generally characterized as having strong academic performance and modern facilities compared to the broader metro area.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern severe weather risks, including high winds and occasional hail. Flood risk is generally low, though localized drainage issues can occur in newer developments.
Development is driven by residential expansion and proximity to major Wichita employment hubs, including aviation and manufacturing sectors. Infrastructure improvements are ongoing to support the growing suburban population.
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.
Commuters typically rely on I-235 and K-96 for access to downtown Wichita and major employment centers, with average drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes.
The area features several community parks, walking trails, and proximity to local golf courses. Shopping and dining options are concentrated along major arterial roads within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand for single-family homes and newer apartment complexes, with stable vacancy rates and consistent rent growth.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the Wichita aviation and manufacturing sectors, with major employers including Spirit AeroSystems and Textron Aviation.
Transportation is primarily auto-centric, with major highway access provided by K-96 and I-235. Public transit options are limited in this suburban area.
Development is focused on expanding residential infrastructure and improving arterial road capacity to accommodate population growth.
The Sedgwick County Appraiser's Office conducts annual property valuations based on market data and physical inspections.
Parcels are subject to standard county, city, and school district taxes, with no unusual special district assessments reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional severe weather risks, including wind and hail, leading to moderate to high coverage costs.
Kansas has experienced modest net domestic migration, with the Wichita area attracting residents from surrounding rural counties.
Kansas is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property to potential buyers.
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.
Large regional park offering fishing, trails, and sports facilities.
Private golf course serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.