Real Estate Investing in Rarden, Ohio (45671)

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Scioto County • Population: 418 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 45671 (Rarden, OH)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (75/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (57/100)

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: 46.5% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 32.5% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

• 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

5.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $97,648
Avg Monthly Rent $882
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $48,542
% Renters 4.6%

Market Analysis: 45671 Rarden

This part of Scioto County is not an easy win. The 45671 ZIP clocks in at softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

The 45671 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Regionally, 45671 sits on the difficult end of the OH spectrum. The a viable market for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Employment concentration in 45671 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

The right play in 45671 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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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 Rarden:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 75/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+17.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $882/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Portsmouth, OH Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
8.9%
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 Portsmouth, OH metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$103K$93K$84K$75K$65K$56KFeb 2017Nov 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 45671 Compare?

Metric 45671 Rarden Portsmouth, OH Ohio
Home Value $97,648 $97,648 N/A $237,530
5-Year CAGR 5.9% 5.9% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $882 $882 N/A -
Cap Rate 7.1% 7.1% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
7.1%
Good
5yr Growth
+5.9%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Portsmouth, OH metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
59%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $97,648
Monthly Rent $882
Price-to-Rent 9.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 10.8%
Cap Rate 7.1%
5-Year IRR 12.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +17.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +9.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Neutral Leverage Cap Rate: 7.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage is roughly neutral here.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) is close to the estimated cap rate (7.1%). Financing this market at current rates produces a cash-on-cash return near the cap rate. Appreciation and tax benefits may still support the investment.

⚠️ Risk Signals

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

Vacancy
46.5%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.9%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 45671

Population: 418

💰 Median Household Income
$48,542
This area
$48,542
State
$68,496
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
4.6%
This area
4.6%
State
25.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.5%
This area
0.5%
State
-9.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
8.4%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
35.0 years
This area
35.0 years
State
19.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
46.5%
This area
46.5%
State
11.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 99.3%
Hispanic/Latino 0.7%
Other/Mixed 0.7%
👶 Under 18
6.1%
This area
6.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
13.7%
This area
13.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
32.5%
This area
32.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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We're integrating comprehensive crime statistics including violent crime rates, property crime, and safety scores to help you make informed investment decisions.

Expected: Q1 2025

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby
D
Pike County Joint Vocational School District
38 students · 13.6 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What real estate strategy is ideal for Rarden, OH?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Rarden, OH best. The market produces consistent results for that approach at the $98K price point.

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in Rarden, OH?

Vacancy risk in Rarden, OH is elevated. That supports measured cash flow for typical rental holds.

How strong is the working-renter base in Rarden, OH?

Rarden, OH draws a steady base of working renters. Demand at the $882/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

Is Rarden, OH a good market for FHA house hackers?

For house hackers, Rarden, OH is a challenging. The $882/mo rent on a unit helps defray the mortgage on a $98K property.

What do rentals go for in Rarden, OH?

Expect rents around $882/mo per month in Rarden, OH. With home values at $98K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

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