An ever-expanding city where “innovation meets tradition”
Rogers has been a fast-growing city for more than two decades, thanks in large part to the expanding footprint of Walmart, headquartered in neighboring Bentonville. More than 75,000 people live in this Northwest Arkansas city – almost double what it was in 2000 – and that is largely due to an economy anchored by the hundreds of businesses that support the big-box retailer’s vast operations. “It’s a hidden gem on the edge of the Ozarks that is no longer a secret because so many people keep coming here,” says Paige Johnson, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Market Pro Realty and longtime area resident. Yet despite its growth, much of Rogers still resembles the rural town it used to be, with a downtown district anchored by historic buildings and plenty of natural landscape surrounding Beaver Lake. In the words of Eric Eby, principal broker at HomeQuest Realty and creator of the NaturallyNWA online relocation series, Rogers is where “innovation meets tradition.”
Commercial, hospitality, and multifamily expansions are booming in Rogers, west of I-49.
The historic buildings of Downtown Rogers are charming for shopping and dining.
The 28,000 acres Beaver Lake offers fishing, boating and other watersports to Rogers residents.
The eastern side of Rogers borders rural landscapes of fields and hills.
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Walmart's presence has created a robust housing market
Walmart’s corporate rules dictate that vendors and others serving the world’s largest retailer have a presence in the region, which creates a steady stream of prospective homebuyers. “People have to come to Northwest Arkansas because of Walmart,” Johnson says. “People are coming in and out and people are coming to stay. The housing market is really robust. If it wasn’t for Walmart, our market would look very different.” With a median home price of $420,000, the city offers more bang for the buck than neighboring Bentonville, whose median home price of $460,000 is the highest in Northwest Arkansas.
Ranch-style and other midcentury designs are prominent among the established housing. However, Rogers’ residential inventory has expanded greatly in the past two decades, with developments built around a variety of contemporary homes in subdivision settings. Shadow Valley, Pinnacle Country Club and Apple Spur are the most sought-after destinations. The area around Beaver Lake provides alternative options for homebuyers seeking more space and less of a cookie-cutter feel. Overall prices typically range from the low $200,000s to the high $900,000s, although multimillion-dollar estate homes can be found along the lakefront.
With little room left to build out, the city is now building up. While subdivision developers continue to build spec and custom homes, the newest construction centers on modern townhouses and condominiums. Multi-family housing prices range from the low $300,000s to more than $1 million. Residents enjoy a temperate climate that features four distinct seasons. Severe weather is rare, but those living in the city’s hillier areas, especially near the lake, face the risk of being snowed in during big storms.
With Walmart's HQ in Bentonville, vendors have spread out in Rogers and along I-49.
Mid-century modern homes are common in some areas of Rogers.
Townhomes near the Pinnacle Hills area are a growing housing trend in Rogers.
Homes east of Rogers include lakefront properties along Beaver Lake.
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Downtown Rogers, Pinnacle Hills Promenade offer a variety of shopping and dining options
With its array of retail and dining options concentrated in colorful buildings that feature striking Italianate architecture, downtown Rogers has undergone a transformation almost as radical as the city itself. The buzzy district is home to Yeyo's Mezcaleria y Taqueria, whose chef, Rafael Rios, is a multi-time James Beard Award nominee. The Original Rogers Farmer’s Market is a popular attraction that draws a crowd on Wednesdays and Saturdays from late April into November. “One of the great things about Northwest Arkansas, Rogers included, is that the downtown areas have been revitalized at incredible speed,” Johnson says. “You can spend a whole day downtown, shopping for yourself, shopping for your mom, shopping for your dog. It’s a destination. If you haven’t been to downtown Rogers, run, don’t walk. It’s going to be the next big thing in Northwest Arkansas.” The urbanization of Rogers is on display at Pinnacle Hills Promenade, a walkable contemporary shopping district that is the anchor of Pinnacle Village. Shoppers enjoy more than 100 retail options that offer everything from full-service grocers and big-box retailers to upscale boutique shops and sit-down restaurants. And, of course, residents have access to several Walmarts in and around the city.
Pinnacle Hills at Promenade in Rogers provides shoppers a unique outdoor shopping experience.
Shoppers can get fresh seafood and more at The Fresh Market in Pinnacle Hills Promenade.
Downtown Rogers is a treasure of historic buildings and local shops.
The Public House Burger at it's namesake bar in Downtown Rogers is a treat.
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Beaver Lake is the center of outdoor recreation
Rogers has always been a destination for outdoor lovers. Beaver Lake offers 28,000 acres of water and almost 500 miles of shoreline, making it a popular destination for boating, watersports, camping, swimming and fishing. The lake is part of a regional chain of man-made reservoirs known for its stock of sportfish. Lake Atalanta Park is located adjacent to the downtown district. In recent years, it has added contemporary amenities that include paved walkways and a trail system. In all, The Rogers Parks and Recreation Department oversees 24 parks, 26 athletic fields and more than 70 miles of greenways and trails. Highlights include Rogers Skate & Splash Park, Railyard Bike Park and the Rogers Aquatic Center. Golf is a popular pastime in Northwest Arkansas, and residents can play on public and private golf courses in and around the city.
The Prairie Creek Marina on Beaver Lake offers boat rentals, slips, ramps and more.
The Railyard Bike Park in Downtown Rogers offers multiple difficulties of pump tracks.
Lake Atalanta is just east of Rogers, with fishing, boating and peaceful multi-use trails.
Veterans Memorial Park in Rogers offers many different ball fields.
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Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion hosts national acts
The Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion is Northwest Arkansas’ premier outdoor music venue. Conveniently located off Interstate 49 adjacent to Pinnacle Village, it has attracted top national acts to its amphitheater stage since 2013. Butterfield Stage at Railyard Park hosts outdoor concerts in a more intimate setting downtown. The nearby Arkansas Public Theater features community-based theatrical performances in a venue that was first established in 1927. Rogers also is home to a nationally recognized annual arts and crafts showcase. The War Eagle Fair attracts hundreds of artists and more than 100,000 visitors each October. “Rogers is a lifestyle, from A to Z,” Johnson says.
Grab a seat or a spot on the lawn for a concert at the Walmart AMP in Rogers.
Every December, downtown Rogers lights up with the Spirit of Christmas Parade and light disp
Find fresh sushi and more at Blue DTR, hidden away in downtown Rogers.
Scenic trails for walking and biking await visitors to Lake Atalanta, east of Rogers.
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Rogers School District is one of the best and most diverse in the state
The Rogers School District is A-rated by Niche and comprises 23 schools serving almost 16,000 students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Niche rates the Rogers campus of Haas Hall Academy, which serves seventh through 12th grades, and Rogers New Technology High School, which serves ninth through 12th grades, among the five best high schools in Arkansas. Both public charter institutions are rated A-plus.
Reagan Elementary School serves students in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth in Rogers.
Kirksey Middle School is rated A-minus on Niche and serves Rogers.
Rogers Heritage High School is rated B on Niche and serves the Rogers area.
Rogers New Technology High School is #1 in Niche Standout High Schools in Arkansas.
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Interstate 49 offers convenient access to surrounding cities
Interstate 49, which runs through the city, connects all of Northwest Arkansas’ major cities. Traffic, however, is an ongoing issue. “That has been the problem since the boom started in the ‘90s,” Johnson says. “The infrastructure has really struggled to keep up.” The Ozark Regional Transit Authority provides fixed-route public transportation during the week. Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas is centrally located off I-49. The Northwest Arkansas National Airport is 15 miles away. It offers direct flights to and from two dozen major U.S. cities. Rogers also has a municipal airport that serves as a hub for Walmart Aviation, which stores more than 20 of its private jets there for company business travel.
Crime
According to statistics from the city's police department, the number of reported criminal offenses decreased four consecutive years from 2020 to 2023. In 2020, a total of 3,028 violent and property crimes were reported. By 2023, that number had fallen to 1,928.
Jean Ann has lived in Northwest Arkansas since 1986, beginning her real estate career in 2005. She is a multi-million dollar producer and team lead for the Jean Ann and Ron Gilbert Team with Crye-Leike Realtors.
The Gilbert Team has been ranked the #1 team for Crye-Leike Northwest Arkansas, which includes 8 individual offices. Jean Ann is Vice-President of Crye-Leike Realtors and continues her real estate education to further enhance her skills.
She is a Certified Relocation Associate. This designation is only given to realtors who have taken classes to teach them how to better serve clients who are relocating (buyers and sellers). Jean Ann is a CRS (Certified Residential Specialist). Realtors who receive the CRS Designation have completed advanced professional training and demonstrated outstanding professional achievement in residential real estate. Only 29,000 realtors nationwide have earned the credential. They are specialists in helping clients maximize profits and minimize costs when buying and selling. She has received her GRI (Graduate, Realtors Institute). The GRI designation sets individuals apart from other real estate agents and is awarded exclusively to realtors (members of the National Association of Realtors) who fulfill the stringent requirements set forth by the Institute. The designation indicates to the public that these individuals have obtained professional, career-specific education that affects them, their clients, and their customers. She has earned the At Home with Diversity award and is committed to the One America Principles.
Jean Ann has a BS degree in marketing from Oklahoma State University. This degree has led her to the philosophy that the most successful strategy is to market listings in several venues to best serve her clients.
The team's marketing plan includes Facebook, YouTube, their personal website, virtual tours, Realtor.com, Zillow, and print media.
She is a member of the Northwest Arkansas Board of Realtors, the Arkansas Association of Realtors, and the National Board of Realtors.
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