Real Estate Investing in Fosston, Minnesota

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,435 • Polk County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

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  • High vacancy: 15.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.3% 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 $230,027
Avg Monthly Rent $909
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Fosston Real Estate

With a sizable population across 1 ZIPs, Fosston shows the kind of underwhelming fundamentals that keep most out-of-state capital on the sidelines.

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

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

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

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Avg Home Value
$230,027
Avg Monthly Rent
$909
1% Rule
✗ Below
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ZIP Codes in Fosston, MN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fosston, MN

How expensive is real estate in Fosston, MN?

Homes in Fosston, MN typically sell near $230K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which consistent long-term demand.

What do landlords charge for rent in Fosston, MN?

The typical rental in Fosston, MN commands about $909/mo monthly. That rent profile predictable cash flow against the $230K purchase basis.

What is the tenant pool like in Fosston, MN?

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

Is real estate in Fosston, MN a good investment right now?

Our data puts Fosston, MN at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $230K and rents around $909/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

What is it like being a landlord in Fosston, MN?

Landlord-friendliness in Fosston, MN is balanced. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

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