Real Estate Investing in Liberty, Tennessee (38569)

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Dekalb County • Population: 316 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 38569 (Liberty, TN)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (36/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 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: 39.6% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 39.5 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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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 $435,085
Avg Monthly Rent $918
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income N/A
% Renters 18.8%

Market Analysis: 38569 Liberty

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Liberty's 38569 ZIP reflects signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $435K pricing implies.

For an experienced owner, 38569 can be a a strong candidate for hunting ground — but the discount at $435K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Regionally, 38569 sits on the difficult end of the TN spectrum. The a credible choice for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

A durable renter share of 19% in 38569 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 38569 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 Liberty:

Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost × the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+3.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $918/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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COOL MARKET
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
62 days
Average time to sell
Slow
11.4%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$467K$397K$328K$258K$189K$119KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 38569 Compare?

Metric 38569 Liberty Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN Tennessee
Home Value $435,085 $361,893 N/A $327,001
5-Year CAGR 5.3% 5.2% N/A 7.7%
Avg Rent $918 $1,053 N/A -
Cap Rate 1.7% 2.4% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
1.7%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.3%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $435,085
Monthly Rent $918
Price-to-Rent 39.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.5%
Cap Rate 1.7%
5-Year IRR 6.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +3.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +9.1% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.7%). 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
39.6%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.3%
Stable
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 38569

Population: 316

💰 Median Household Income
N/A
🏠 Renter Occupied
18.8%
This area
18.8%
State
25.6%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
-22.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
39.2%
This area
39.2%
State
-6.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.7 years
This area
42.7 years
State
9.9 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
39.6%
This area
39.6%
State
15.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 100.0%
👶 Under 18
23.3%
This area
23.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
19.1%
This area
19.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
USA
11.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How strict are landlord regulations in Liberty, TN?

Liberty, TN falls under TN landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

What kind of market is Liberty, TN for investors?

Liberty, TN rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $435K and rents near $918/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

Which investment style suits Liberty, TN?

In Liberty, TN the resilient play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $435K prices and $918/mo rents suits that approach.

Is Liberty, TN good for house hacking?

Liberty, TN offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $918/mo rent level.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Liberty, TN?

Liberty, TN draws a predictable base of working renters. Demand at the $918/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

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