Real Estate Investing in Lyon, Minnesota

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3 ZIP codes • Population: 2,598

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GREAT FIT
Grade A (86/100)

Strong fundamentals β€” affordable, appreciating, and stable. A confident pick for primary residence.

πŸ“ˆ 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.2% 5yr CAGR

3.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $75,551
Avg Monthly Rent $1,116
ZIP Codes 3

Investing in Lyon County Real Estate

Across Lyon County's 3 ZIPs, the picture is thin β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

A 3.0 rating and a 0.0% 5-year CAGR are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting. Lyon County sits firmly in that category.

The 0% renter share in Lyon masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Avg Home Value
$75,551
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,116
1% Rule
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Landlord Friendly (MN)
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Cities in Lyon County

ZIP Codes in Lyon County, MN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lyon County

Is the tenant base reliable in, MN?

Tenant quality in, MN ranks as solid. Landlords generally report measured occupancy at market rents of $1,116/mo.

Is rental property easy to operate in, MN?

MN law tenant-protective for landlords, and inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

How much does a house cost in, MN?

The median home value in, MN is roughly $76K. That puts it reasonable relative to the MN statewide average.

Are home values higher in, MN than the rest of MN?

Compared with MN overall, is broadly in line with on price and yield. $76K homes against $1,116/mo rents drive the comparison.

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