The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 55005 sells for about $425,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,810 a month.
ZIP 55005 — Bethel
The housing market in 55005 remains stable with moderate price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is driven by buyers seeking rural space within commuting distance of the Twin Cities, though higher interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years.
This ZIP is ideal for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with larger lot sizes while remaining within commuting distance of the northern Twin Cities suburbs.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
19% 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 6.2% · poverty 2.1% — 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 7.9%/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 7.9%/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 55005, Anoka County MN
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Bethel area are generally low, consistent with rural Anoka County trends and significantly below the regional average for the Twin Cities metro.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the St. Francis School District, which maintains a solid reputation for academic performance and community engagement.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with localized flood risks near the Rum River and surrounding wetlands.
Growth is characterized by steady residential expansion as the area serves as a northern exurb of the Twin Cities, with limited commercial development.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Minnesota) — Condominium Unit Taxation: Each unit constitutes a separate parcel for tax purposes. If a declaration is recorded at least 30 days before a tax installment is due, the taxing authority must split the taxes among the units. State (Minnesota) — Minnesota General Property Tax Classification System: Property tax is calculated by applying a class rate to the parcel's estimated market value to determine tax capacity, then multiplying by the local tax rate. For residential homesteads (Class 1a), the rate is 1.00% for the first $500,000 of market value and 1.
Commuters primarily rely on Highway 65 for access to the Twin Cities employment core, with typical drive times ranging from 45 to 60 minutes.
The area offers extensive outdoor recreation including access to the Rum River, local wildlife management areas, and numerous small lakes for fishing and boating.
The rental market is limited, consisting mostly of single-family homes and small-scale residential rentals with low vacancy pressure.
The local economy is largely driven by agriculture, small businesses, and the service sector, with most residents commuting to the broader Twin Cities metro area for employment.
Public transit is minimal; the area is heavily dependent on private vehicle travel via Highway 65 and local county roads.
Development is strictly managed by township and county zoning, focusing on preserving rural character while allowing for low-density residential growth.
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Parcels are served by the St. Francis School District and various local fire and utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect risks associated with rural fire protection and severe weather exposure.
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Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 55005 profile.
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.
- Bunker Beach Water Park4.313.2 mi
- The Dead End Hayride4.610.8 mi
- Grand Slam Family Fun Center4.316.5 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.218.5 mi
- The Fun Lab4.516 mi
- The Dead End Hayride4.610.8 mi
- Majestic Oaks Golf Club4.112.1 mi
- Pinehaven Farm4.710.9 mi
- Refuge Golf Club & Wedding Venue4.44.9 mi
- Links at Northfork Golf Course4.517.1 mi
- Emagine East Bethel4.56.1 mi
- Ham Lake Lanes & Lounge4.28.7 mi
- Bunker Hills Regional Park4.612.7 mi
- Splitrocks411.1 mi
- Carlos Avery State Wildlife Management Area4.58.5 mi
- Goose Creek Rest Area4.717.8 mi
- Billy's Bar & Grill4.215.9 mi
- Oliver Kelley Farm4.717.9 mi
- Gustaf's On Main Eatery4.518.2 mi
- Rum River Dam4.716 mi
- Bunker Hills Regional Park4.612.7 mi
- Carlos Avery State Wildlife Management Area4.58.5 mi
- Sunshine Park4.511.5 mi
- Rum River Central Regional Park4.610.5 mi
- Lake George Regional Park4.66.3 mi
- Your Boat Club Forest Lake4.413.8 mi
- Majestic Oaks Golf Club4.112.1 mi
- Refuge Golf Club & Wedding Venue4.44.9 mi
- Andover Community Center4.711.2 mi
- The Ponds Golf Course3.96 mi
- Hidden Haven Golf Club4.54 mi
- Fleet Farm4.212.5 mi
- Green Barn Garden Center4.73.9 mi
- Kohl's4.212.5 mi
- Dollar General3.86.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and scenic recreation.
A major research and natural area offering trails and educational opportunities.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).