Real Estate Investing in Orr, Minnesota (55771)

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Saint Louis County • Population: 1,616 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 55771 (Orr, MN)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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: 65.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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 $230,135
Avg Monthly Rent $954
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $63,523
% Renters 12.7%

Market Analysis: 55771 Orr

This part of Saint Louis County is not an easy win. The 55771 ZIP registers softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

Looking more closely, the numbers look inviting — $230K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 55771 is substantial and deserves full respect.

The gap between 55771 and stronger Orr ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

In practical terms, 1,616 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.

The 55771 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 Orr:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+12.7%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $954/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
Duluth, MN-WI Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
49 days
Average time to sell
Average
8.7%
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 Duluth, MN-WI metro data
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Property Strategy for 55771

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
3.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+8.3% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$91,577/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $221,249 $1,060 3.4% +8.3% $110,624
3BR $274,732 $1,450 3.8% +7.8% $91,577

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$241K$210K$179K$148K$117K$87KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 55771 Compare?

Metric 55771 Orr Duluth, MN-WI Minnesota
Home Value $230,135 $230,135 N/A $340,597
5-Year CAGR 5.7% 5.7% N/A 4.9%
Avg Rent $954 $954 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.2% 3.2% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.7%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $230,135
Monthly Rent $954
Price-to-Rent 20.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.0%
Cap Rate 3.2%
5-Year IRR 8.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +12.7% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.7% ▲
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: 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
65.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
3.0/5
Balanced
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.7%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Moderate

Demographics in 55771

Population: 1,616

💰 Median Household Income
$63,523
This area
$63,523
State
$77,168
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
12.7%
This area
12.7%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.7%
This area
2.7%
State
-3.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.1%
This area
20.1%
State
20.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
48.3 years
This area
48.3 years
State
37.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
65.9%
This area
65.9%
State
17.0%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 73.9%
Other/Mixed 26.0%
Hispanic/Latino 2.0%
Black/African American 0.1%
Asian 0.1%
👶 Under 18
19.7%
This area
19.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
26.4%
This area
26.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
5.5%
This area
5.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orr, MN a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Orr, MN scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $230K and rents near $954/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Orr, MN?

Rental vacancy in Orr, MN is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

What approach is best for Orr, MN real estate?

Orr, MN investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($230K prices, $954/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

Are tenants stable in Orr, MN?

The tenant pool in Orr, MN is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $954/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

What price range are homes in Orr, MN?

In Orr, MN the median home value sits at $230K. Against the broader MN market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

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