Real Estate Investing in Coatesville, Pennsylvania (19320)

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Chester County • Population: 55,671 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 19320 (Coatesville, PA)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (71/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $392,225
Avg Monthly Rent $1,684
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $90,902
% Renters 26.4%

Market Analysis: 19320 Coatesville

ZIP 19320 in Coatesville, PA carries a notable set of headwinds. Home values near $392K and rents of $1,684/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 19320 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

The gap between 19320 and stronger Coatesville ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

Turning to rents, 55,671 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 19320 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Coatesville:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 74/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
14/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,684/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 19320

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+9.1% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$109,434/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $267,536 $1,560 4.2% +8.4% $267,536
2BR $290,536 $1,860 4.6% +8.8% $145,268
3BR $338,242 $2,230 4.7% +8.4% $112,747
4BR $482,326 $2,490 3.7% +8.5% $120,582
5BR $547,170 +9.1% $109,434

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$408K$362K$316K$270K$224K$177KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,002$1,898$1,793$1,689$1,584$1,480Apr 2023Dec 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 19320 Compare?

Metric 19320 Coatesville Pennsylvania
Home Value $392,225 $392,225 $278,018
5-Year CAGR 6.5% 6.5% 6.3%
Avg Rent $1,684 $1,684 -
Cap Rate 3.4% 3.4% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.4%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.5%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $392,225
Monthly Rent $1,684
Price-to-Rent 19.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.2%
Cap Rate 3.4%
5-Year IRR 9.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -1.2% ▼
3-Year CAGR +3.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.4%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
5.6%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.5%
Growing
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 19320

Population: 55,671

💰 Median Household Income
$90,902
This area
$90,902
State
$73,647
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
26.4%
This area
26.4%
State
23.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.3%
This area
3.3%
State
-7.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
33.7%
This area
33.7%
State
12.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.1 years
This area
40.1 years
State
25.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
5.6%
This area
5.6%
State
14.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 66.6%
Black/African American 19.9%
Other/Mixed 12.4%
Hispanic/Latino 8.1%
Asian 1.0%
👶 Under 18
23.1%
This area
23.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.2%
This area
15.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.6%
This area
7.6%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 19320

A+ Avg School Grade
8 Schools
13.5:1 Avg Class Size
$33,724 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Reeceville El Sch

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
361 Students
👨‍🏫
11.2:1 Class Size
💰
$33,724 Per Student
A+ Excellent

East Fallowfield El Sch

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
317 Students
👨‍🏫
12.6:1 Class Size
💰
$33,724 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Kings Highway El Sch

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
471 Students
👨‍🏫
12.8:1 Class Size
💰
$33,724 Per Student
A+ Excellent

North Brandywine MS

📚 Grade 07 Middle
👥
377 Students
👨‍🏫
12.2:1 Class Size
💰
$33,724 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Rainbow El Sch

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
688 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$33,724 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Scott MS

📚 Grade 06 Middle
👥
346 Students
👨‍🏫
12.9:1 Class Size
💰
$33,724 Per Student
A Very Good

Coatesville Intermediate HS

📚 08 – 09 High School
👥
815 Students
👨‍🏫
16.5:1 Class Size
💰
$33,724 Per Student
A Very Good

Coatesville Area SHS

📚 10 – 12 High School
👥
1,411 Students
👨‍🏫
16.4:1 Class Size
💰
$33,724 Per Student
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  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

6 Nearby 634 Off-Campus Students
C+
Chester County Intermediate Unit
85 students · 8.4 mi
D
Universal Technical Institute of Pennsylvania Inc
1,004 students · 10.3 mi
C
Automotive Training Center-Exton
364 students · 11.6 mi
C+
Lincoln University
1,848 students · 12.3 mi
B
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
17,076 students · 12.4 mi
C
Immaculata University
2,407 students · 14.3 mi

Investor Insight: With 634 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What investment strategy works best in Coatesville, PA?

The best-fit strategy in Coatesville, PA is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Does Coatesville, PA make sense for an investment property?

Our data puts Coatesville, PA at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $392K and rents around $1,684/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Coatesville, PA?

Tenant quality in Coatesville, PA ranks as solid. Landlords generally report even-keeled occupancy at market rents of $1,684/mo.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Coatesville, PA?

Coatesville, PA carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect reliable absorption at market rents of $1,684/mo.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Coatesville, PA?

Coatesville, PA operates under PA law, which is landlord-friendly overall for landlords. Expect measured treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

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