The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 72714 sells for about $384,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +13.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 52 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,650 a month.
ZIP 72714 — Bella Vista
The 72714 housing market is experiencing strong appreciation, with a 13.6% year-over-year price increase driven by limited inventory and high demand for the Bella Vista lifestyle. While days on market remain moderate, the market is characterized by steady buyer interest and a stable rental environment. Data for specific metrics like active inventory and price cuts are sourced from current market reports, while demographic data is based on the latest ACS estimates.
This ZIP is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, retirees, and families seeking a master-planned community environment with access to extensive recreational amenities and proximity to major regional employers.
Median prices moved up 13.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 52 days on market with 4.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
28% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.1% · poverty 6.8% — 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 9.8%/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 9.1%/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 72714, Benton County AR
Bella Vista generally reports lower crime rates compared to the broader Northwest Arkansas region, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving the area are part of the Bentonville School District, which is highly regarded for academic performance and extracurricular offerings.
The area faces moderate risks related to severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard insurance coverage typically available.
Growth is driven by the expansion of the Northwest Arkansas regional economy, including major corporate headquarters in Bentonville and Rogers.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Disabled Veteran Total Property Tax Exemption: Provides a 100% exemption from all ad valorem real property taxes on the principal homestead. Formula: Net Ad Valorem Tax Due = $0.00. State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Senior and Disabled Assessment Freeze: Freezes the assessed taxable value of the homestead at the prevailing assessed value at the time the owner becomes eligible or purchases the property. State (Arkansas) — Arkansas State Homestead Property Tax Credit: Provides a direct reduction against ad valorem property taxes up to $350.00 (increased to $350 by Act 655 of 2009; further statutory increases may apply up to $425 depending on legislative session). Formula: Final Tax Due = max($0, Gross Ad Valorem Tax - Homestead Credit). State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Amendment 79 Assessment Growth Caps (Assessment Limitation): Caps annual assessed value growth following a countywide reappraisal: homestead parcel taxable assessments cannot increase by more than 5% per year, and non-homestead residential parcel taxable assessments cannot increase by more than 10% per year until taxable assessment reaches… State (Arkansas) — Arkansas Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment Ratio and Valuation: Imposes an ad valorem property tax based on a uniform statutory assessment ratio of 20% of true market value.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to employment hubs in Bentonville, Rogers, or Springdale via I-49.
The area is renowned for its extensive trail systems, multiple private lakes, golf courses, and proximity to the Back 40 and Little Sugar mountain bike trails.
The rental market is characterized by a mix of long-term residential leases and short-term vacation rentals, the latter being popular due to the area's recreational amenities.
The economy is anchored by the retail and logistics sectors, heavily influenced by the presence of Walmart and its supplier ecosystem in nearby Bentonville.
Transportation is almost exclusively private vehicle-based, with I-49 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on infill residential projects and the enhancement of recreational infrastructure to support the growing population.
The Benton County Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments typically updated to reflect market value trends.
Parcels are subject to Bentonville School District taxes and various municipal improvement district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk common in Northwest Arkansas.
The state continues to see positive net domestic migration, driven by job growth in the Northwest Arkansas corridor.
Arkansas is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaults.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement, though the state is generally considered 'caveat emptor' regarding property condition.
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.
A primary recreational lake offering fishing and boating.
Extensive mountain biking and hiking trails.
Features multiple golf courses serving the community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.