Real Estate Investing in White Hall, Arkansas (71602)

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Jefferson County • Population: 15,922 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 71602 (White Hall, AR)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 22.5% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $138,180
Avg Monthly Rent $1,000
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $61,863
% Renters 37.7%

Market Analysis: 71602 White Hall

ZIP 71602 in White Hall, AR carries a solid set of headwinds. Home values near $138K and rents of $1,000/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 71602 stands at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Within AR, ZIP 71602 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Jefferson County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and resilient enough to shape underwriting.

Demographically, 71602 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 71602 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in White Hall:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 71/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,000/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Pine Bluff, AR Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
6.5%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Pine Bluff, AR metro data
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Property Strategy for 71602

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
9.6% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+6.8% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$35,250/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $70,499 $940 9.6% +6.8% $35,250
3BR $173,514 $1,230 5.1% +6.6% $57,838
4BR $265,877 $1,250 3.4% +6.5% $66,469

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$148K$133K$119K$104K$90K$75KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

No data available

📊 How Does 71602 Compare?

Metric 71602 White Hall Pine Bluff, AR Arkansas
Home Value $138,180 $138,180 N/A $216,341
5-Year CAGR 2.4% 2.4% N/A 5.7%
Avg Rent $1,000 $1,000 N/A -
Cap Rate 5.6% 5.6% - -
💡 Why Invest in 71602? Click to expand

With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

A healthy rental market with 38% renter-occupied households ensures tenant availability.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
5.6%
Fair
5yr Growth
+2.4%
Slow

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Pine Bluff, AR metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $138,180
Monthly Rent $1,000
Price-to-Rent 11.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 8.7%
Cap Rate 5.6%
5-Year IRR 8.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +2.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 5.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (5.6%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
22.5%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 71602

Population: 15,922

💰 Median Household Income
$61,863
This area
$61,863
State
$52,981
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
37.7%
This area
37.7%
State
24.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.5%
This area
2.5%
State
-21.7%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
19.3%
This area
19.3%
State
-9.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
38.3 years
This area
38.3 years
State
3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
22.5%
This area
22.5%
State
22.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 60.6%
Black/African American 31.5%
Other/Mixed 6.3%
Hispanic/Latino 2.2%
Asian 1.7%
👶 Under 18
25.2%
This area
25.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
14.9%
This area
14.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
16.7%
This area
16.7%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 71602

A Avg School Grade
6 Schools
14.7:1 Avg Class Size
$15,854 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

GANDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
368 Students
👨‍🏫
13.9:1 Class Size
💰
$15,591 Per Student
A Very Good

MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 K – 06 School
👥
389 Students
👨‍🏫
15.2:1 Class Size
💰
$17,171 Per Student
A Very Good

TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
369 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$15,591 Per Student
A Very Good

WHITE HALL MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
693 Students
👨‍🏫
14.7:1 Class Size
💰
$15,591 Per Student
B+ Above Average

WHITE HALL HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
975 Students
👨‍🏫
13.7:1 Class Size
💰
$15,591 Per Student
B+ Above Average

MOODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
404 Students
👨‍🏫
16.5:1 Class Size
💰
$15,591 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

5 Nearby 518 Off-Campus Students
C+
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
2,100 students · 6.9 mi
C
Southeast Arkansas College
810 students · 7.6 mi
D
New Beginnings Beauty Academy
25 students · 8.1 mi
C
Jefferson Regional School of Nursing
80 students · 8.9 mi
C
Northern Technical College
30 students · 9.7 mi

Investor Insight: With 518 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should investors worry about vacancy in White Hall, AR?

Vacancy in White Hall, AR is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,000/mo.

Are eviction rules reasonable in White Hall, AR?

White Hall, AR falls under AR landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

What is the investability score for White Hall, AR?

Yes - White Hall, AR a 3.0/5 investability score. With $138K home prices against $1,000/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

How strong is the working-renter base in White Hall, AR?

The renter base in White Hall, AR is reasonable for the $1,000/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields even-keeled tenants.

How much do tenants pay in White Hall, AR?

Expect rents around $1,000/mo per month in White Hall, AR. With home values at $138K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

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