Real Estate Investing in Pea Ridge, Arkansas (72751)

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Benton County • Population: 9,324 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 72751 (Pea Ridge, AR)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

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

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $346,786
Avg Monthly Rent $1,657
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $90,159
% Renters 23.3%

Market Analysis: 72751 Pea Ridge

ZIP 72751 inside Benton County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $347K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

From a cash-flow lens, the numbers look inviting — $347K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 72751 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Looking more closely, 72751 offers a low basis, the region around Pea Ridge has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Employment concentration in 72751 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

looks to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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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 Pea Ridge:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.8× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,657/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
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
10.4%
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 Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR metro data
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Property Strategy for 72751

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
6.0% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+10.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$102,893/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $308,678 $2,590 6.0% +10.0% $102,893
4BR $414,301 $3,060 5.3% +9.1% $103,575

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$372K$315K$257K$200K$143K$86KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,898$1,821$1,743$1,666$1,588$1,511Apr 2025Dec 2025Jul 2026

📊 How Does 72751 Compare?

Metric 72751 Pea Ridge Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR Arkansas
Home Value $346,786 $346,786 N/A $216,341
5-Year CAGR 6.8% 6.8% N/A 5.7%
Avg Rent $1,657 $1,657 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.7% 3.7% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.8%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $346,786
Monthly Rent $1,657
Price-to-Rent 17.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.7%
Cap Rate 3.7%
5-Year IRR 10.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -6.1% ▼
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.7%). 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
3.0%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.8%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 72751

Population: 9,324

💰 Median Household Income
$90,159
This area
$90,159
State
$52,981
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
23.3%
This area
23.3%
State
24.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.1%
This area
1.1%
State
-21.7%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
23.7%
This area
23.7%
State
-9.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
36.1 years
This area
36.1 years
State
3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.0%
This area
3.0%
State
22.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 72.3%
Other/Mixed 23.4%
Hispanic/Latino 17.9%
Black/African American 3.3%
Asian 0.9%
👶 Under 18
28.3%
This area
28.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
13.1%
This area
13.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.4%
This area
3.4%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 72751

B Avg School Grade
5 Schools
17.0:1 Avg Class Size
$13,757 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

PEA RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL

📚 10 – 12 High School
👥
580 Students
👨‍🏫
15.1:1 Class Size
💰
$13,757 Per Student
B Good

PEA RIDGE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

📚 03 – 04 Elementary
👥
383 Students
👨‍🏫
17.2:1 Class Size
💰
$13,757 Per Student
B Good

PEA RIDGE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

📚 07 – 09 High School
👥
627 Students
👨‍🏫
15.3:1 Class Size
💰
$13,757 Per Student
B Good

PEA RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 05 – 06 School
👥
393 Students
👨‍🏫
17.8:1 Class Size
💰
$13,757 Per Student
B Good

PEA RIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 02 Elementary
👥
604 Students
👨‍🏫
19.8:1 Class Size
💰
$13,757 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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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

2 Nearby 2,038 Off-Campus Students
D
Academy of Professional Cosmetology
171 students · 7.7 mi
C
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
7,839 students · 7.9 mi

Investor Insight: With 2,038 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of investing works in Pea Ridge, AR?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Pea Ridge, AR best. The market produces even-keeled results for that approach at the $347K price point.

What are vacancy rates like in Pea Ridge, AR?

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

How much rent can I charge in Pea Ridge, AR?

Rents in Pea Ridge, AR run near $1,657/mo. Compared with median home prices of $347K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Does a duplex house hack pencil in Pea Ridge, AR?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Pea Ridge, AR reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Pea Ridge, AR?

For rental operators, Pea Ridge, AR rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

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