Real Estate Investing in Paris, Arkansas (72855)

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Logan County • Population: 6,462 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 72855 (Paris, AR)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (70/100)

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 (47/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 8.9% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

• 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

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $154,781
Avg Monthly Rent $792
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $48,929
% Renters 28.1%

Market Analysis: 72855 Paris

ZIP 72855 inside Logan County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $155K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

For an experienced owner, 72855 can be a an appealing option for hunting ground — but the discount at $155K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Nearby ZIPs in Paris have seen price recovery that 72855 has not matched. Logan County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

In practical terms, 6,462 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.

trends toward 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 Paris:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $792/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$161K$144K$127K$110K$93K$76KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 72855 Compare?

Metric 72855 Paris Arkansas
Home Value $154,781 $154,781 $216,341
5-Year CAGR 4.7% 4.7% 5.7%
Avg Rent $792 $792 -
Cap Rate 4.0% 4.0% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.7%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $154,781
Monthly Rent $792
Price-to-Rent 16.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.1%
Cap Rate 4.0%
5-Year IRR 8.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.0%). 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
8.9%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.7%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 72855

Population: 6,462

💰 Median Household Income
$48,929
This area
$48,929
State
$52,981
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
28.1%
This area
28.1%
State
24.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.9%
This area
4.9%
State
-21.7%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
16.9%
This area
16.9%
State
-9.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
43.6 years
This area
43.6 years
State
3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
8.9%
This area
8.9%
State
22.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 85.6%
Other/Mixed 9.5%
Hispanic/Latino 7.7%
Asian 3.9%
Black/African American 1.0%
👶 Under 18
21.5%
This area
21.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.0%
This area
20.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
12.1%
This area
12.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 72855

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
12.0:1 Avg Class Size
$13,247 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

PARIS HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
302 Students
👨‍🏫
7.0:1 Class Size
💰
$13,247 Per Student
B+ Above Average

PARIS MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 05 – 08 School
👥
308 Students
👨‍🏫
13.0:1 Class Size
💰
$13,247 Per Student
B Good

PARIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
421 Students
👨‍🏫
15.9:1 Class Size
💰
$13,247 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How high is vacancy risk in Paris, AR?

Paris, AR carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect even-keeled absorption at market rents of $792/mo.

Which real estate strategy fits Paris, AR?

The best-fit strategy in Paris, AR is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Paris, AR?

Rental rates in Paris, AR average $792/mo. Tenant demand and $155K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

How much does a house cost in Paris, AR?

In Paris, AR the median home value sits at $155K. Against the broader AR market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

Is Paris, AR a smart market for rental property?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Paris, AR reflects its $155K prices and $792/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within AR.

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