Real Estate Investing in Lassen, California

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6 ZIP codes • Population: 517

Should you buy in Lassen County, CA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (59/100)

Mixed β€” values have been flat. OK for long-horizon buyers, less attractive if you may need to sell soon.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 60.7% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (0.3% CAGR).
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 β€” slower evictions, more regulations.

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2.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

0.3% 5yr CAGR

1.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $50,209
Avg Monthly Rent $1,341
ZIP Codes 6

Investing in Lassen County Real Estate

Lassen County spans 6 ZIP codes across 6 cities in California, with a population of 517. The county's muted investment metrics reflect deeper structural challenges β€” worth studying before making commitments.

A 2.0 rating and a 0.0% 5-year CAGR are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting. Lassen County sits firmly in that category.

Distressed-leaning demographics in Lassen β€” soft income growth, high rent burden, population shifts β€” are among the reasons the β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜†β˜† rating sits where it does.

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Avg Home Value
$50,209
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,341
1% Rule
βœ“ Passes
Landlord Friendly (CA)
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Cities in Lassen County

ZIP Codes in Lassen County, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lassen County

Are homes affordable in, CA?

Expect median prices around $50K in, CA. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been reliable.

How tight is the rental market in, CA?

Vacancy in, CA is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,341/mo.

Is the tenant base reliable in, CA?

Tenant quality in, CA ranks as solid. Landlords generally report reliable occupancy at market rents of $1,341/mo.

Are home values higher in, CA than the rest of CA?

Compared with CA overall, is broadly in line with on price and yield. $50K homes against $1,341/mo rents drive the comparison.

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