Real Estate Investing in Annandale, Minnesota (55302)

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Wright County • Population: 7,348 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 55302 (Annandale, MN)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (52/100)

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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 22.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $417,950
Avg Monthly Rent $1,720
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $83,479
% Renters 13.5%

Market Analysis: 55302 Annandale

ZIP 55302 in Annandale, MN carries a resilient set of headwinds. Home values near $418K and rents of $1,720/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $418K asset, 55302 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Regionally, 55302 sits on the difficult end of the MN spectrum. The a solid fit for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Demographically, 55302 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

The 55302 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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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 Annandale:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 60/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,720/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 55302

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
3.6% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+7.7% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$113,041/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $358,395 $1,520 3.1% +7.7% $179,197
3BR $413,198 $2,020 3.5% +7.1% $137,733
4BR $452,162 $2,270 3.6% +7.0% $113,041

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$442K$377K$311K$246K$180K$115KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

No data available

📊 How Does 55302 Compare?

Metric 55302 Annandale Minnesota
Home Value $417,950 $417,950 $340,597
5-Year CAGR 5.0% 5.0% 4.9%
Avg Rent $1,720 $1,720 -
Cap Rate 3.2% 3.2% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.0%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $417,950
Monthly Rent $1,720
Price-to-Rent 20.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.9%
Cap Rate 3.2%
5-Year IRR 8.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.2%). 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
22.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
3.0/5
Balanced
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Moderate

Demographics in 55302

Population: 7,348

💰 Median Household Income
$83,479
This area
$83,479
State
$77,168
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
13.5%
This area
13.5%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.0%
This area
2.0%
State
-3.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
30.3%
This area
30.3%
State
20.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
44.1 years
This area
44.1 years
State
37.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
22.9%
This area
22.9%
State
17.0%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.1%
Other/Mixed 4.0%
Hispanic/Latino 1.4%
Asian 0.5%
Black/African American 0.4%
👶 Under 18
23.2%
This area
23.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
23.8%
This area
23.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.1%
This area
6.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 55302

B Avg School Grade
4 Schools
14.3:1 Avg Class Size
$14,121 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

ANNANDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
473 Students
👨‍🏫
16.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,121 Per Student
B+ Above Average

ANNANDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
943 Students
👨‍🏫
15.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,121 Per Student
B Good

ANNANDALE SENIOR HIGH

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
633 Students
👨‍🏫
18.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,121 Per Student
C+ Average

Sholund School for Girls

📚 05 – 12 High School
👥
12 Students
👨‍🏫
5.8:1 Class Size
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 are home prices like in Annandale, MN?

Typical homes in Annandale, MN go for around $418K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% steady price movement.

Is Annandale, MN good for house hacking?

House hacking in Annandale, MN is reasonable to execute. Prices around $418K and rents of $1,720/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

Is rental property easy to operate in Annandale, MN?

Annandale, MN falls under MN landlord-tenant law, which is balanced. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

How much rent can I charge in Annandale, MN?

Investors in Annandale, MN typically see rents near $1,720/mo per month against $418K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

Is the tenant base reliable in Annandale, MN?

Annandale, MN draws a measured base of working renters. Demand at the $1,720/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

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