Real Estate Investing in Lockridge, Iowa

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 777 • Jefferson County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (80/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

Rare combination of both appreciation and cash flow. These markets don't last long — worth serious consideration.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Elevated poverty: 25.5% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

8.0% 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 $208,119
Avg Monthly Rent $1,143
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Lockridge Real Estate

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

clearly Lockridge's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects underwhelming investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

The $1,143/mo / $208K relationship in Lockridge looks soft once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. trends toward the realized yield tends to disappoint.

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

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Best ZIP codes in Fairfield, IA

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Avg Home Value
$208,119
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,143
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (IA)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Fairfield, IA 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 — Fairfield, IA metro
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Days to pending
6.1%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Lockridge, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lockridge, IA

What kind of market is Lockridge, IA for investors?

Our data puts Lockridge, IA at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $208K and rents around $1,143/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

Is vacancy a concern in Lockridge, IA?

Rental vacancy in Lockridge, IA is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

Where do home prices stand in Lockridge, IA?

Lockridge, IA median home values land near $208K. That is reasonable territory for investors looking at $1,143/mo-per-month rentals.

Is Lockridge, IA good for house hacking?

The house hack math a challenging in Lockridge, IA. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $1,143/mo rents and $208K home values.

How much is rent in Lockridge, IA?

Lockridge, IA rentals go for roughly $1,143/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $208K acquisition costs.

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