The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 56210 sells for about $185,000, or $112 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 56210 — Bird Island
The housing market in 56210 remains stable with low inventory and modest price growth, reflecting the characteristics of a quiet, rural community. Demand is consistent but limited, driven primarily by local residents and those seeking a lower cost of living. Market conditions are expected to remain steady in the near term.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community and low cost of living.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% 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 3.6%/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 2.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 56210
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 this rural area are significantly lower than state and national averages, with property and violent crime incidents being rare.
The area is served by local public school districts that maintain small class sizes and are generally well-regarded for their community-focused educational environment.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with flood risks primarily confined to low-lying areas near local waterways.
Economic momentum is driven by local agricultural operations and small-scale manufacturing, with limited large-scale infrastructure development currently underway.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on market value, with local school district levies and township taxes comprising the primary components of the total tax burden.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to nearby regional hubs for employment via state highways.
Recreational opportunities include local parks, access to nearby lakes for fishing and boating, and community-based sports facilities.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and stable demand, primarily serving local workers and long-term residents.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture and agribusiness, with support services and small retail businesses providing additional employment.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use on state and county highway networks; public transit options are not available.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP code.
The county appraisal district conducts annual assessments based on market sales data and property inspections.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide levies for emergency services and infrastructure maintenance.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though coverage for wind and hail damage is a standard consideration for homeowners.
Data retrieved from 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.
Provides space for community gatherings and outdoor recreation.
Offers seasonal fishing and boating access for residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.