Real Estate Investing in Jefferson, Idaho

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3 ZIP codes • Population: 2,304

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (75/100)

Solid choice β€” values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

πŸ“ˆ 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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 24.5% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.0% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $134,045
Avg Monthly Rent $1,197
ZIP Codes 3

Investing in Jefferson County Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning county in Idaho: Jefferson has 3 cities, 3 ZIPs, and investment math that only works for investors with genuine local understanding.

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

Demographics in Jefferson show real pressure β€” $N/AK median income is tepid relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Avg Home Value
$134,045
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,197
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (ID)
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Cities in Jefferson County

ZIP Codes in Jefferson County, ID

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jefferson County

What type of investing works in, ID?

Most investors in, ID run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

Are there empty rentals in, ID?

, ID carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect even-keeled absorption at market rents of $1,197/mo.

What is the average home sale price in, ID?

, ID home values average about $134K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,197/mo in monthly income.

Is, ID above average for ID?

Against the ID average, is broadly in line with. The divergence is driven by local fundamentals rather than statewide trends.

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