Real Estate Investing in American Falls, Idaho

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 6,543 • Power County

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Should you buy in American Falls, ID? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (59/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.0% 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 $277,671
Avg Monthly Rent $873
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in American Falls Real Estate

Across American Falls's 1 ZIPs, the picture is subdued: $278K median values, $873/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

clearly American Falls's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects subdued investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

Rents in American Falls at $873/mo have struggled to keep pace with cost increases, and vacancy has risen in pockets — a dynamic that compresses realized returns well below headline cap rates.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes American Falls a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Best ZIP codes in Pocatello, ID

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Avg Home Value
$277,671
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (ID)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Pocatello, ID metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Pocatello, ID metro
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Days to pending
9.8%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in American Falls, ID

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Frequently Asked Questions About American Falls, ID

Is American Falls in ID worth investing in?

Our data puts American Falls, ID at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $278K and rents around $873/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in American Falls, ID?

Rental vacancy in American Falls, ID is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

What is the typical rental rate in American Falls, ID?

Investors in American Falls, ID typically see rents near $873/mo per month against $278K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

Is American Falls, ID good for landlords?

American Falls, ID falls under ID landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

How much does a house cost in American Falls, ID?

Homes in American Falls, ID typically sell near $278K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which consistent long-term demand.

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