Real Estate Investing in Houghton County, Michigan

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11 ZIP codes • Population: 36,583

Should you buy in Houghton County, MI? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ 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: 24.4% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.3% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $198,312
Avg Monthly Rent $999
ZIP Codes 11

Investing in Houghton County Real Estate

Houghton County spans 11 ZIP codes across 11 cities in Michigan, with a population of 36,583. The county's underwhelming investment metrics reflect deeper structural challenges β€” worth studying before making commitments.

Across Houghton's 11 ZIPs, the investment landscape runs lackluster: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Population dynamics in Houghton haven't been supportive. a challenging fit for combined with tepid income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Avg Home Value
$198,312
Avg Monthly Rent
$999
1% Rule
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Landlord Friendly (MI)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Houghton, MI 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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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Houghton County

1 College 7,313 Students
B
Michigan Technological University
4-Year Public Β· 7,313 students

Cities in Houghton County

ZIP Codes in Houghton County, MI

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Frequently Asked Questions About Houghton County

Are renters plentiful in, MI?

, MI draws a even-keeled base of working renters. Demand at the $999/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

What is the investability score for, MI?

Yes -, MI a 3.0/5 investability score. With $198K home prices against $999/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

How much should I expect to pay for a home in, MI?

Expect median prices around $198K in, MI. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been stable.

How does, MI rank within MI?

Relative to MI as a whole, ranks broadly in line with. The local 3.0/5 score summarizes the position.

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