Real Estate Investing in Dawson County, Montana

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 8,605

Should you buy in Dawson County, MT? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice β€” values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
3.5 / 5 (59/100)

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: 13.1% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.5/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.0% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $197,194
Avg Monthly Rent $1,310
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Dawson County Real Estate

Across Dawson County's 2 ZIPs, the picture is tepid β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Across Dawson's 2 ZIPs, the investment landscape runs thin: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Population dynamics in Dawson haven't been supportive. a challenging fit for combined with thin income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Avg Home Value
$197,194
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,310
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (MT)
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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Dawson County

1 College 406 Students 73 Off-Campus Renters
C
Dawson Community College
2-Year Public Β· 406 students

Cities in Dawson County

ZIP Codes in Dawson County, MT

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dawson County

What real estate strategy is ideal for, MT?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in, MT. The numbers - $197K homes against $1,310/mo rents - support that play.

How does, MT stack up for property investment?

The 3.5/5 investability rating in, MT reflects its $197K prices and $1,310/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within MT.

What are home prices like in, MT?

Homes in, MT typically sell near $197K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which measured long-term demand.

Is, MT above average for MT?

Against the MT average, is broadly in line with. The divergence is driven by local fundamentals rather than statewide trends.

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