Essex, West Memphis, AR
Essex — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Essex, West Memphis, Arkansas. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC) licensing database.
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Essex Neighborhood Overview
Essex is a neighborhood in West Memphis, Arkansas, primarily served by the ZIP code 38623. The area presents a distinct housing market characterized by very affordable home prices, with a median home value of $27,500. This affordability is reflected in the neighborhood's balanced tenure, where homeownership and renting are nearly evenly split; the homeownership rate is 50.5%, while 49.5% of units are renter-occupied.
The housing stock in Essex typically offers modestly sized living spaces, with an average home size of approximately 1,250 square feet. The market data indicates a community where entry into homeownership is financially accessible, with the median home price aligning directly with the broader census-reported figure for the area. This creates a dynamic where both owning and renting are common pathways for residents.
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Essex Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $28K |
| Homeownership Rate | 50.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 49.5% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 38623 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Essex, West Memphis
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Essex
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-05-31