Real Estate Investing in Albert Lea, Minnesota

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 21,467 • Freeborn County

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Should you buy in Albert Lea, MN? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (78/100)

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

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

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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  • Elevated vacancy: 8.2% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.0% 5yr CAGR

3.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $184,012
Avg Monthly Rent $1,046
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Albert Lea Real Estate

Albert Lea in Minnesota is one of the markets where the numbers warn before they reward — 1 ZIPs, a sizable population, and a rating that reflects material risk.

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

Transaction volume in Albert Lea has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. From an investor standpoint, investors without local context should treat every number on the page with skepticism.

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

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Avg Home Value
$184,012
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,046
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (MN)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Albert Lea, MN metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
62%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Albert Lea, MN metro
0
Days to pending
6.7%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Albert Lea, MN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Albert Lea, MN

How deep is the rental pool in Albert Lea, MN?

Working renters make up the core of the Albert Lea, MN tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

Does Albert Lea, MN make sense for an investment property?

Albert Lea, MN sits at an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $184K and average rents around $1,046/mo. That combination puts it in the sturdy tier for investor interest.

Are there empty rentals in Albert Lea, MN?

Vacancy risk in Albert Lea, MN is elevated. That supports steady cash flow for typical rental holds.

Is MN a landlord-friendly state?

MN ranks as a balanced state for landlord-tenant law. Albert Lea generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

What is the typical home price in Albert Lea, MN?

The median home value in Albert Lea, MN is roughly $184K. That puts it reasonable relative to the MN statewide average.

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