Real Estate Investing in Grand Rapids, Minnesota

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 20,469 • Itasca County

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Should you buy in Grand Rapids, 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.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 12.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.4% 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 $286,679
Avg Monthly Rent $1,225
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Grand Rapids Real Estate

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

The investment case for Grand Rapids is difficult to make on screen data alone. a challenging fit for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

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

Demographics in Grand Rapids show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is sluggish relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Avg Home Value
$286,679
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,225
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (MN)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Grand Rapids, MN metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
50%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Grand Rapids, MN metro
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Days to pending
7.8%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Grand Rapids, MN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grand Rapids, MN

What are home prices like in Grand Rapids, MN?

Homes in Grand Rapids, MN typically sell near $287K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which measured long-term demand.

What is the average monthly rent in Grand Rapids, MN?

Investors in Grand Rapids, MN typically see rents near $1,225/mo per month against $287K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

Is MN a landlord-friendly state?

MN law balanced for landlords, and Grand Rapids inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

Is Grand Rapids, MN good for house hacking?

Grand Rapids, MN is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $287K price point reasonable to enter.

What is the best play in Grand Rapids, MN?

The best-fit strategy in Grand Rapids, MN is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

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