Real Estate Investing in Merrifield, Minnesota

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,313 • Crow Wing County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (41/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 45.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Higher unemployment: 8.0% unemployment — tenant risk signal.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.6% 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 $465,252
Avg Monthly Rent $972
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Merrifield Real Estate

Across Merrifield's 1 ZIPs, the picture is tepid: $465K median values, $972/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

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

Market conditions in Merrifield are thin. 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 Merrifield a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$465,252
Avg Monthly Rent
$972
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (MN)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Brainerd, MN metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
53%
Days Pending
2/2
66 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Brainerd, MN metro
66
Days to pending
9.7%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Merrifield, MN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merrifield, MN

How deep is the rental pool in Merrifield, MN?

The tenant pool in Merrifield, MN is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $972/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

Does Merrifield, MN make sense for an investment property?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Merrifield, MN ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $465K and rents of $972/mo drive the underlying numbers.

How do home values compare in Merrifield, MN?

Homes in Merrifield, MN typically sell near $465K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which steady long-term demand.

What is the smart move for investors in Merrifield, MN?

In Merrifield, MN the substantial play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $465K prices and $972/mo rents suits that approach.

Can I live-in-and-rent in Merrifield, MN?

House hacking in Merrifield, MN is a challenging. With home values around $465K and rents at $972/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

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