Real Estate Investing in Modoc, California

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7 ZIP codes • Population: 3,336

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (62/100)

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

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market β€” rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 37.4% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (0.9% CAGR).
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 β€” slower evictions, more regulations.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

0.9% 5yr CAGR

1.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $22,971
Avg Monthly Rent $981
ZIP Codes 7

Investing in Modoc County Real Estate

Modoc County is one of those California regions where numbers warn before they reward. 7 cities, 3,336 residents, and a rating that reflects material risk.

A 3.0 rating and a 0.0% 5-year CAGR are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting. Modoc County sits firmly in that category.

The 0% renter share in Modoc masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Avg Home Value
$22,971
Avg Monthly Rent
$981
1% Rule
βœ“ Passes
Landlord Friendly (CA)
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Cities in Modoc County

ZIP Codes in Modoc County, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Modoc County

Is it easy to find good tenants in, CA?

, CA offers a consistent renter base at the $981/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Is, CA a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

, CA scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $23K and rents near $981/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

How do home values compare in, CA?

The median home value in, CA is roughly $23K. That puts it reasonable relative to the CA statewide average.

How tight is the rental market in, CA?

, CA sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader CA rental market.

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