Real Estate Investing in Paragould, Arkansas (72450)

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Greene County • Population: 40,464 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 72450 (Paragould, 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
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.

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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 $195,665
Avg Monthly Rent $1,095
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $54,234
% Renters 37.5%

Market Analysis: 72450 Paragould

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Paragould's 72450 ZIP reports signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $196K pricing implies.

The 72450 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

On the rental side, 72450 offers a low basis, the region around Paragould has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Demographically, 72450 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.

New investors are better served looking at Paragould's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 72450. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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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 Paragould:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,095/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
Paragould, AR Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
6.1%
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 Paragould, AR metro data
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Property Strategy for 72450

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
6.6% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+7.9% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$50,598/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $101,196 $930 6.6% +7.9% $50,598
3BR $193,936 $1,290 4.8% +7.6% $64,645
4BR $265,753 $1,530 4.1% +5.9% $66,438
5BR $350,131 +6.5% $70,026

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$204K$182K$160K$138K$115K$93KApr 2006Jun 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,111$1,063$1,014$965$916$867Oct 2024Sep 2025Jul 2026

📊 How Does 72450 Compare?

Metric 72450 Paragould Paragould, AR Arkansas
Home Value $195,665 $195,665 N/A $216,341
5-Year CAGR 4.0% 4.0% N/A 5.7%
Avg Rent $1,095 $1,095 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.4% 4.4% - -
💡 Why Invest in 72450? 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
4.4%
Fair
5yr Growth
+4.0%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Paragould, 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 $195,665
Monthly Rent $1,095
Price-to-Rent 14.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.7%
Cap Rate 4.4%
5-Year IRR 8.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +16.0% ▲
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
7.3%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 72450

Population: 40,464

💰 Median Household Income
$54,234
This area
$54,234
State
$52,981
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
37.5%
This area
37.5%
State
24.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.7%
This area
4.7%
State
-21.7%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
16.8%
This area
16.8%
State
-9.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.4 years
This area
37.4 years
State
3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.3%
This area
7.3%
State
22.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 90.6%
Other/Mixed 6.1%
Hispanic/Latino 3.9%
Black/African American 2.8%
Asian 0.5%
👶 Under 18
24.3%
This area
24.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.8%
This area
15.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
13.4%
This area
13.4%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 72450

B Avg School Grade
13 Schools
15.1:1 Avg Class Size
$11,644 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

GREENE CTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL

📚 10 – 12 High School
👥
801 Students
👨‍🏫
11.1:1 Class Size
💰
$11,834 Per Student
B+ Above Average

PARAGOULD HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
864 Students
👨‍🏫
9.5:1 Class Size
💰
$11,481 Per Student
B+ Above Average

GREENE CTY TECH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

📚 08 – 09 High School
👥
550 Students
👨‍🏫
13.3:1 Class Size
💰
$11,834 Per Student
B+ Above Average

PARAGOULD JUNIOR HIGH

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
468 Students
👨‍🏫
12.4:1 Class Size
💰
$11,481 Per Student
B+ Above Average

PARAGOULD PRIMARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 01 Elementary
👥
631 Students
👨‍🏫
14.8:1 Class Size
💰
$11,481 Per Student
B+ Above Average

BALDWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 02 – 04 Elementary
👥
211 Students
👨‍🏫
14.4:1 Class Size
💰
$11,481 Per Student
B Good

GREENE CTY TECH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 02 – 03 Elementary
👥
528 Students
👨‍🏫
17.7:1 Class Size
💰
$11,834 Per Student
B Good

GREENE CTY TECH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

📚 04 – 05 Elementary
👥
522 Students
👨‍🏫
15.9:1 Class Size
💰
$11,834 Per Student
B Good

GREENE CTY TECH MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 07 Middle
👥
520 Students
👨‍🏫
16.2:1 Class Size
💰
$11,834 Per Student
B Good

GREENE CTY TECH PRIMARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 01 Elementary
👥
706 Students
👨‍🏫
16.2:1 Class Size
💰
$11,834 Per Student
B Good

WOODROW WILSON ELEM. SCHOOL

📚 02 – 04 Elementary
👥
226 Students
👨‍🏫
16.0:1 Class Size
💰
$11,481 Per Student
B Good

OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 05 – 06 School
👥
504 Students
👨‍🏫
18.9:1 Class Size
💰
$11,481 Per Student
C+ Average

OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 02 – 04 Elementary
👥
259 Students
👨‍🏫
19.8:1 Class Size
💰
$11,481 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

1 Nearby
C
Crowley's Ridge College
225 students · 3.9 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there empty rentals in Paragould, AR?

Vacancy in Paragould, AR is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,095/mo.

Is Paragould, AR landlord-friendly?

AR law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Paragould inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

What is the investability score for Paragould, AR?

Yes - Paragould, AR a 3.0/5 investability score. With $196K home prices against $1,095/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

What is the best play in Paragould, AR?

Paragould, AR investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($196K prices, $1,095/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

How strong are rents in Paragould, AR?

Investors in Paragould, AR typically see rents near $1,095/mo per month against $196K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

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