Real Estate Investing in Idaho Springs, Colorado

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 3,160 • Clear Creek County

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Should you buy in Idaho Springs, CO? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (42/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 25.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.1% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $492,178
Avg Monthly Rent $2,763
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Idaho Springs Real Estate

Idaho Springs in Colorado is one of the markets where the numbers warn before they reward — 1 ZIPs, a sizable population, and a rating that reflects material risk.

plainly Idaho Springs's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects underwhelming investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

Market conditions in Idaho Springs are muted. Days-on-market has stretched, rent growth has stalled, and the 0.0% 5-year CAGR understates how uneven the underlying ZIPs really are.

Idaho Springs's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Avg Home Value
$492,178
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,763
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (CO)

ZIP Codes in Idaho Springs, CO

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Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho Springs, CO

What are rental rates like in Idaho Springs, CO?

Rents in Idaho Springs, CO run near $2,763/mo. Compared with median home prices of $492K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Are landlord laws favorable in Idaho Springs, CO?

Idaho Springs, CO falls under CO landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

How strong is Idaho Springs, CO for real estate investors?

Investors tracking Idaho Springs, CO will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $492K median home values and $2,763/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting consistent returns.

Are there empty rentals in Idaho Springs, CO?

Idaho Springs, CO carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect reliable absorption at market rents of $2,763/mo.

Is Idaho Springs, CO a good market for FHA house hackers?

House hacking in Idaho Springs, CO is a challenging. With home values around $492K and rents at $2,763/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

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