Real Estate Investing in Kenton, Tennessee

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,795 • Obion County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (78/100)

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 10.6% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

4.5% 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 $150,285
Avg Monthly Rent $837
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Kenton Real Estate

Across Kenton's 1 ZIPs, the picture is tepid: $150K median values, $837/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

The investment case for Kenton is difficult to make on screen data alone. better suited elsewhere for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

Rents in Kenton at $837/mo have struggled to keep pace with cost increases, and vacancy has risen in pockets — a dynamic that compresses realized returns well below headline cap rates.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Kenton a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Best ZIP codes in Union City, TN

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Avg Home Value
$150,285
Avg Monthly Rent
$837
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (TN)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Union City, TN 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 — Union City, TN 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 Kenton, TN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kenton, TN

What is the typical home price in Kenton, TN?

Homes in Kenton, TN typically sell near $150K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which predictable long-term demand.

Which investment style suits Kenton, TN?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Kenton, TN best. The market produces stable results for that approach at the $150K price point.

What is the typical vacancy rate in Kenton, TN?

Occupancy in Kenton, TN runs steady with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $837/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Does house hacking make sense in Kenton, TN?

House hacking works a challenging in Kenton, TN. Rents of $837/mo against $150K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

What kind of tenants rent in Kenton, TN?

Tenant quality in Kenton, TN ranks as solid. Landlords generally report consistent occupancy at market rents of $837/mo.

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