Real Estate Investing in Harrisburg, Arkansas (72432)

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Poinsett County • Population: 6,537 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 72432 (Harrisburg, AR)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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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 $154,606
Avg Monthly Rent $864
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $54,679
% Renters 28.8%

Market Analysis: 72432 Harrisburg

The 72432 ZIP in Harrisburg, AR is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $155K entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

Rent of $864/mo on a $155K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 72432 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

Nearby ZIPs in Harrisburg have seen price recovery that 72432 has not matched. Poinsett County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

From an investor standpoint, 6,537 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Strategy in 72432 is an operator game, not a passive one. In practical terms, entry prices of $155K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 Harrisburg:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 68/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.8× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $864/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Jonesboro, AR Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
74 days
Average time to sell
Slow
5.7%
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 Jonesboro, AR metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$167K$151K$135K$118K$102K$86KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 72432 Compare?

Metric 72432 Harrisburg Jonesboro, AR Arkansas
Home Value $154,606 $154,606 N/A $216,341
5-Year CAGR 2.2% 2.2% N/A 5.7%
Avg Rent $864 $864 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.4% 4.4% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.4%
Fair
5yr Growth
+2.2%
Slow

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Jonesboro, AR metro

4/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
61%
Days Pending
2/2
74 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $154,606
Monthly Rent $864
Price-to-Rent 14.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.7%
Cap Rate 4.4%
5-Year IRR 6.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR -0.7% ▼
5-Year CAGR +2.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.4%). 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
7.2%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.2%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 72432

Population: 6,537

💰 Median Household Income
$54,679
This area
$54,679
State
$52,981
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
28.8%
This area
28.8%
State
24.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.3%
This area
3.3%
State
-21.7%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
9.2%
This area
9.2%
State
-9.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.0 years
This area
37.0 years
State
3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.2%
This area
7.2%
State
22.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 89.0%
Other/Mixed 8.2%
Hispanic/Latino 3.4%
Black/African American 2.7%
👶 Under 18
24.4%
This area
24.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
19.3%
This area
19.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.2%
This area
10.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 72432

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
11.1:1 Avg Class Size
$14,893 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

HARRISBURG HIGH SCHOOL

📚 06 – 12 High School
👥
523 Students
👨‍🏫
11.0:1 Class Size
💰
$14,893 Per Student
B+ Above Average

HARRISBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
436 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
💰
$14,893 Per Student
B Good
👥
31 Students
👨‍🏫
7.2:1 Class Size
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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are home prices like in Harrisburg, AR?

The median home value in Harrisburg, AR is roughly $155K. That puts it reasonable relative to the AR statewide average.

Are tenants stable in Harrisburg, AR?

Working renters make up the core of the Harrisburg, AR tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

Should investors worry about vacancy in Harrisburg, AR?

Harrisburg, AR sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader AR rental market.

Can I house hack in Harrisburg, AR?

Harrisburg, AR offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $864/mo rent level.

How landlord-friendly is Harrisburg, AR?

The landlord environment in Harrisburg, AR is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

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