Real Estate Investing in Tekonsha, Michigan (49092)

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Calhoun County • Population: 1,951 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 49092 (Tekonsha, MI)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (83/100)

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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $195,577
Avg Monthly Rent $1,242
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $68,603
% Renters 15.5%

Market Analysis: 49092 Tekonsha

The 49092 ZIP covers a section of Tekonsha that demands careful diligence. Prices near $196K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 49092 registers the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Statewide comparisons place 49092 among MI's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Resident income in 49092 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. sturdy returns are possible in 49092, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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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 Tekonsha:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 68/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.9× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+9.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,242/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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BALANCED MARKET
Battle Creek, MI Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
36 days
Average time to sell
Average
14.5%
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 Battle Creek, MI metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$205K$178K$152K$126K$99K$73KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 49092 Compare?

Metric 49092 Tekonsha Battle Creek, MI Michigan
Home Value $195,577 $195,577 N/A $253,279
5-Year CAGR 4.2% 4.2% N/A 6.8%
Avg Rent $1,242 $1,242 N/A -
Cap Rate 5.0% 5.0% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
5.0%
Fair
5yr Growth
+4.2%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Battle Creek, MI metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
51%
Days Pending
0/2
36 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $195,577
Monthly Rent $1,242
Price-to-Rent 13.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.6%
Cap Rate 5.0%
5-Year IRR 9.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +9.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 5.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (5.0%). 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
6.0%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.2%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 49092

Population: 1,951

💰 Median Household Income
$68,603
This area
$68,603
State
$68,013
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
15.5%
This area
15.5%
State
19.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.9%
This area
2.9%
State
-2.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
15.9%
This area
15.9%
State
16.5%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
43.6 years
This area
43.6 years
State
36.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
6.0%
This area
6.0%
State
20.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.1%
Other/Mixed 4.9%
Hispanic/Latino 4.0%
👶 Under 18
22.1%
This area
22.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
21.1%
This area
21.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.2%
This area
8.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 49092

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
13.8:1 Avg Class Size
$16,712 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Tekonsha Schools

📚 K – 12 K-12
👥
212 Students
👨‍🏫
13.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,712 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average home sale price in Tekonsha, MI?

Typical homes in Tekonsha, MI go for around $196K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% stable price movement.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Tekonsha, MI?

Rental rates in Tekonsha, MI average $1,242/mo. Tenant demand and $196K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

How strict are landlord regulations in Tekonsha, MI?

Rental owners in Tekonsha, MI deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

What is the best play in Tekonsha, MI?

Tekonsha, MI investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($196K prices, $1,242/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

How strong is the working-renter base in Tekonsha, MI?

The renter base in Tekonsha, MI is reasonable for the $1,242/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields predictable tenants.

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