Real Estate Investing in Lexington, Indiana

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 4,646 • Jefferson County

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Should you buy in Lexington, IN? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (69/100)

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
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  • High vacancy: 14.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.5% 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 $257,141
Avg Monthly Rent $1,287
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Lexington Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning corner of Indiana: Lexington has 1 ZIPs and a sizable population, and the investment math only works for investors who truly understand the market.

Lexington is the kind of market where the cap rate on paper and the cap rate realized tend to diverge. firmly out-of-state investors should be especially careful with the assumptions they carry in.

Rents in Lexington at $1,287/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.

Demographics in Lexington show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is sluggish relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Best ZIP codes in Madison, IN

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Avg Home Value
$257,141
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,287
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (IN)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Madison, IN metro

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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 — Madison, IN metro
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Days to pending
8.0%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Lexington, IN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lexington, IN

Are homes affordable in Lexington, IN?

Lexington, IN home values average about $257K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,287/mo in monthly income.

How strong is the working-renter base in Lexington, IN?

Tenant demand in Lexington, IN is solid. The local workforce $1,287/mo rents across most rental classes.

Is Lexington, IN a good place for real estate investing?

Lexington, IN clocks in at an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $257K and average rents around $1,287/mo. That combination puts it in the resilient tier for investor interest.

Is Lexington, IN landlord-friendly?

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

What is the rental occupancy rate in Lexington, IN?

Occupancy in Lexington, IN runs predictable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $1,287/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

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