Real Estate Investing in Fayette, Iowa

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 1,992 • Fayette County

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Should you buy in Fayette, IA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

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

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.3% 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 $177,428
Avg Monthly Rent $873
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Fayette Real Estate

Fayette, IA covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are tepid — this is not a market to enter casually.

The investment case for Fayette is difficult to make on screen data alone. a harder case for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

unambiguously Fayette's sale market has not rewarded patience. a stretch for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

Distressed-leaning demographics in Fayette — soft income growth, high rent burden, population shifts — are among the reasons the ★★★☆☆ rating sits where it does.

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Avg Home Value
$177,428
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (IA)

🎓 Colleges & Universities in Fayette

1 College 3,102 Students
D
Upper Iowa University
4-Year Private · 3,102 students

ZIP Codes in Fayette, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fayette, IA

How much rent can I charge in Fayette, IA?

Fayette, IA rentals go for roughly $873/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $177K acquisition costs.

What are home prices like in Fayette, IA?

The median home value in Fayette, IA is roughly $177K. That puts it reasonable relative to the IA statewide average.

Is Fayette, IA a good place for real estate investing?

Yes - Fayette, IA a 3.0/5 investability score. With $177K home prices against $873/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

Is vacancy a concern in Fayette, IA?

Expect elevated vacancy in Fayette, IA. Rents at $873/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

What real estate strategy is ideal for Fayette, IA?

Fayette, IA investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($177K prices, $873/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

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