Real Estate Investing in Murtaugh, Idaho

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 1,286 • Twin Falls County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (40/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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
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  • Elevated vacancy: 10.9% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.4% 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 $481,736
Avg Monthly Rent $1,305
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Murtaugh Real Estate

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

Investors considering Murtaugh, ID should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

Rent trends and price trends in Murtaugh are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in Idaho.

Population dynamics in Murtaugh haven't been supportive. better suited elsewhere for combined with lackluster income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Best ZIP codes in Twin Falls, ID

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Avg Home Value
$481,736
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,305
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (ID)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Twin Falls, ID metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
55%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Twin Falls, ID metro
0
Days to pending
10.1%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Murtaugh, ID

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Frequently Asked Questions About Murtaugh, ID

What is the investability score for Murtaugh, ID?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Murtaugh, ID reflects its $482K prices and $1,305/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within ID.

What is the smart move for investors in Murtaugh, ID?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Murtaugh, ID best. The market produces even-keeled results for that approach at the $482K price point.

How much rent can I charge in Murtaugh, ID?

Average rent in Murtaugh, ID is approximately $1,305/mo per month. Against $482K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

Is rental property easy to operate in Murtaugh, ID?

ID law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Murtaugh inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

What are vacancy rates like in Murtaugh, ID?

Murtaugh, ID carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect steady absorption at market rents of $1,305/mo.

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