Real Estate Investing in Kelso, Tennessee

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 876 • Lincoln County

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Should you buy in Kelso, TN? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (53/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 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.

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  • High vacancy: 14.0% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.5% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.95% as of Sep 17 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $262,303
Avg Monthly Rent $846
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Kelso Real Estate

Across Kelso's 1 ZIPs, the picture is soft: $262K median values, $846/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

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

The $846/mo / $262K relationship in Kelso looks soft once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. trends toward the realized yield tends to disappoint.

Kelso's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Avg Home Value
$262,303
Avg Monthly Rent
$846
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (TN)

ZIP Codes in Kelso, TN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kelso, TN

Is Kelso, TN a smart market for rental property?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Kelso, TN ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $262K and rents of $846/mo drive the underlying numbers.

How strict are landlord regulations in Kelso, TN?

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

How much rent can I charge in Kelso, TN?

Rents in Kelso, TN run near $846/mo. Compared with median home prices of $262K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Kelso, TN?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Kelso, TN. The rental market absorbs $846/mo rents without meaningful friction.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Kelso, TN?

Expect elevated vacancy in Kelso, TN. Rents at $846/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

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