Real Estate Investing in Odebolt, Iowa

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 1,255 • Sac County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (51/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (38/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 20.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (0.0% CAGR).

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

0.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

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 $152,412
Avg Monthly Rent $828
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Odebolt Real Estate

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

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

Market conditions in Odebolt are underwhelming. Days-on-market has stretched, rent growth has stalled, and the 0.0% 5-year CAGR understates how uneven the underlying ZIPs really are.

Odebolt's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Avg Home Value
$152,412
Avg Monthly Rent
$828
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (IA)

ZIP Codes in Odebolt, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Odebolt, IA

Are rents high in Odebolt, IA?

Odebolt, IA rentals go for roughly $828/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $152K acquisition costs.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Odebolt, IA?

IA ranks as a landlord-friendly state for landlord-tenant law. Odebolt generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

Are there empty rentals in Odebolt, IA?

Vacancy in Odebolt, IA is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $828/mo.

Is Odebolt, IA a good market for FHA house hackers?

Odebolt, IA offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $828/mo rent level.

Is Odebolt in IA worth investing in?

Our data puts Odebolt, IA at 2.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $152K and rents around $828/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

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