Real Estate Investing in Polk, Pennsylvania

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,185 • Venango County

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Should you buy in Polk, PA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (65/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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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  • High vacancy: 23.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.6% 5yr CAGR

4.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $149,110
Avg Monthly Rent $873
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Polk Real Estate

With a sizable population across 1 ZIPs, Polk shows the kind of subdued fundamentals that keep most out-of-state capital on the sidelines.

A 3.0 rating and a 5-year CAGR of 0.0% are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting, not spreadsheet tourism. Polk is in that category.

The $873/mo / $149K relationship in Polk looks subdued once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. tilts toward the realized yield tends to disappoint.

Demographics in Polk show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is underwhelming relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Best ZIP codes in Oil City, PA

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Avg Home Value
$149,110
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (PA)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Oil City, PA metro

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

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☀️ Warm Market — Oil City, PA metro
0
Days to pending
7.5%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Polk, PA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Polk, PA

Is Polk, PA a friendly market for rental owners?

Rental owners in Polk, PA deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

How strong is tenant demand in Polk, PA?

The tenant pool in Polk, PA is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $873/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

How much should I expect to pay for a home in Polk, PA?

Polk, PA home values average about $149K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $873/mo in monthly income.

Can I live-in-and-rent in Polk, PA?

Polk, PA is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $149K price point reasonable to enter.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Polk, PA?

Expect elevated vacancy in Polk, PA. Rents at $873/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

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