Real Estate Investing in Ruthton, Minnesota

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 486 • Pipestone County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (70/100)

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

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

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • Elevated vacancy: 9.2% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

4.2% 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 $195,303
Avg Monthly Rent $1,017
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Ruthton Real Estate

Across Ruthton's 1 ZIPs, the picture is tepid: $195K median values, $1,017/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

Across Ruthton's 1 ZIPs, fundamentals run subdued: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Rent trends and price trends in Ruthton are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in Minnesota.

Ruthton's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Best ZIP codes in Marshall, MN

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Avg Home Value
$195,303
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,017
1% Rule
✗ Below
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📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Marshall, MN metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
19%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Marshall, MN metro
0
Days to pending
10.2%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Ruthton, MN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ruthton, MN

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

Our data puts Ruthton, MN at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $195K and rents around $1,017/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

What price range are homes in Ruthton, MN?

Homes in Ruthton, MN typically sell near $195K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which reliable long-term demand.

What do landlords charge for rent in Ruthton, MN?

The typical rental in Ruthton, MN commands about $1,017/mo monthly. That rent profile steady cash flow against the $195K purchase basis.

What kind of tenants rent in Ruthton, MN?

Tenant demand in Ruthton, MN is solid. The local workforce $1,017/mo rents across most rental classes.

How high is vacancy risk in Ruthton, MN?

Vacancy in Ruthton, MN is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,017/mo.

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