The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 71952 sells for about $279,000, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 82 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $875 a month.
ZIP 71952 — Langley
The Mena housing market shows steady appreciation with a median price of $279,000, reflecting a balanced environment for local buyers. Inventory remains limited, which continues to support price stability despite broader economic shifts. Market conditions are driven by consistent local demand and a lack of significant new supply.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural-adjacent lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation and a lower cost of living.
Median prices moved up 3.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 82 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 15.5% — 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 6.5%/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 5.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 71952, Polk County AR
Crime rates in the Mena area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported concern.
Schools in the Mena School District are generally considered stable, providing foundational education for the local community.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional wind events; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, healthcare, and tourism sectors, with steady but modest development activity.
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.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with most residents working within the immediate Mena area or traveling to nearby regional hubs.
The area offers significant outdoor amenities including proximity to the Ouachita National Forest, local parks, and various hiking trails.
The rental market is tight with limited inventory, primarily serving local workers and those seeking affordable housing options.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and manufacturing, with a strong reliance on regional tourism.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with US Highway 71 serving as the primary corridor.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and local commercial improvements.
The Polk County Assessor manages property valuations based on annual market analysis and state guidelines.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and local municipal levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and wildfire risk assessments.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 71952 profiles.
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.
- Little Missouri Falls4.811.4 mi
- Daisy State Park4.75.4 mi
- Eagle Rock Loop4.88.9 mi
- Crooked Creek Falls4.710.7 mi
- Ka-Do-Ha Indian Village Museum4.416.3 mi
- Albert Pike Recreation Area4.77.3 mi
- Daisy State Park4.75.4 mi
- Eagle Rock Loop4.88.9 mi
- Kirby Landing Public Use Area4.87.7 mi
- Self Creek Lodge and Marina4.74.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive forest area offering hiking, camping, and scenic views.
Popular destination for tourism and outdoor activities nearby.
Historic district with local shops and restaurants.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.