Real Estate Investing in Wabasha, Minnesota

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 3,863 • Wabasha County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (56/100)

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: 17.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.1% 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 $291,599
Avg Monthly Rent $909
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Wabasha Real Estate

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

The investment case for Wabasha 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.

Transaction volume in Wabasha has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. Put differently, 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 Wabasha a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Best ZIP codes in Rochester, MN

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Avg Home Value
$291,599
Avg Monthly Rent
$909
1% Rule
✗ Below
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📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Rochester, MN metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
37%
Days Pending
1/2
53 days

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⚖️ Balanced Market — Rochester, MN metro
53
Days to pending
9.4%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Wabasha, MN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wabasha, MN

How high is vacancy risk in Wabasha, MN?

Vacancy in Wabasha, MN is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $909/mo.

What is the average home sale price in Wabasha, MN?

Wabasha, MN median home values land near $292K. That is reasonable territory for investors looking at $909/mo-per-month rentals.

What is the investability score for Wabasha, MN?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Wabasha, MN reflects its $292K prices and $909/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within MN.

What is the tenant pool like in Wabasha, MN?

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

What real estate strategy is ideal for Wabasha, MN?

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

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