Real Estate Investing in Richmond, Indiana

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 45,186 • Wayne County

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Should you buy in Richmond, 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 (52/100)

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: 12.7% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.6% 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 $162,146
Avg Monthly Rent $860
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Richmond Real Estate

Richmond in Indiana 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 Richmond, IN should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

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

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

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Best ZIP codes in Richmond, IN

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Avg Home Value
$162,146
Avg Monthly Rent
$860
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (IN)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Richmond, IN 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 — Richmond, IN metro
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Days to pending
8.2%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

🎓 Colleges & Universities in Richmond

4 Colleges 3,818 Students 1,552 Off-Campus Renters
C+
Earlham College
4-Year Private · 696 students
C
Indiana University-East
4-Year Public · 2,985 students
📍 ~1,552 students rent off-campus
C
PJ's College of Cosmetology-Richmond
Vocational For-Profit · 71 students
C
Bethany Theological Seminary
4-Year Private · 66 students

Investor Insight: With 1,552 students living off-campus, Richmond has substantial rental demand from the college population — typically stable, lease-renewing tenants.

ZIP Codes in Richmond, IN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Richmond, IN

What price range are homes in Richmond, IN?

Median home price in Richmond, IN is near $162K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been steady and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

Is Richmond, IN suited for a house hack?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Richmond, IN reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

How strong is Richmond, IN for real estate investors?

Richmond, IN rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $162K and rents near $860/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

How much rent can I charge in Richmond, IN?

Richmond, IN rentals go for roughly $860/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $162K acquisition costs.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Richmond, IN?

Richmond, IN falls under IN landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

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