Real Estate Investing in Thorp, Washington

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 303 • Kittitas County

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Should you buy in Thorp, WA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (41/100)

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.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 12.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.2% 5yr CAGR

1.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $450,396
Avg Monthly Rent $1,494
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Thorp Real Estate

Across Thorp's 1 ZIPs, the picture is lackluster: $450K median values, $1,494/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

unambiguously Thorp'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 Thorp are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in Washington.

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

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Avg Home Value
$450,396
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,494
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (WA)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Ellensburg, WA metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
54%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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0
Days to pending
7.2%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Thorp, WA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thorp, WA

How does Thorp, WA stack up for property investment?

Thorp, WA scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $450K and rents near $1,494/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Thorp, WA?

Vacancy risk in Thorp, WA is elevated. That supports consistent cash flow for typical rental holds.

How do experienced investors play Thorp, WA?

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

Are renters plentiful in Thorp, WA?

Tenant demand in Thorp, WA is solid. The local workforce $1,494/mo rents across most rental classes.

What is the median home value in Thorp, WA?

The median home value in Thorp, WA is roughly $450K. That puts it reasonable relative to the WA statewide average.

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