Real Estate Investing in Welling, Oklahoma

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 1,499 • Cherokee County

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Should you buy in Welling, OK? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (57/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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: 21.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 23.4% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.2% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $210,902
Avg Monthly Rent $846
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Welling Real Estate

Welling, OK covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are lackluster — this is not a market to enter casually.

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

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

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

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Best ZIP codes in Tahlequah, OK

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Avg Home Value
$210,902
Avg Monthly Rent
$846
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (OK)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Tahlequah, OK metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
62%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Tahlequah, OK metro
0
Days to pending
7.0%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Welling, OK

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Frequently Asked Questions About Welling, OK

What is the smart move for investors in Welling, OK?

Most investors in Welling, OK run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Welling, OK?

OK law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Welling inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

How tight is the rental market in Welling, OK?

Welling, OK carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect even-keeled absorption at market rents of $846/mo.

Is Welling, OK a good market for FHA house hackers?

Welling, OK is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $211K price point reasonable to enter.

Are tenants stable in Welling, OK?

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

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