Real Estate Investing in Kelliher, Minnesota (56650)

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Beltrami County • Population: 932 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 56650 (Kelliher, MN)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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: 31.0% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $193,090
Avg Monthly Rent $891
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $73,125
% Renters 10.0%

Market Analysis: 56650 Kelliher

From an investor standpoint, ZIP 56650 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $193K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

The 56650 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Nearby ZIPs in Kelliher have seen price recovery that 56650 has not matched. Beltrami County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Demographically, 56650 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.

Strategically, 56650 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Kelliher:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 66/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+5.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $891/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
Bemidji, MN Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
8.3%
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 Bemidji, MN metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$202K$182K$161K$141K$121K$101KJan 2015Oct 2020Jul 2026

📊 How Does 56650 Compare?

Metric 56650 Kelliher Bemidji, MN Minnesota
Home Value $193,090 $193,090 N/A $340,597
5-Year CAGR 4.8% 4.8% N/A 4.9%
Avg Rent $891 $891 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.6% 3.6% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.8%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Bemidji, MN metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
71%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $193,090
Monthly Rent $891
Price-to-Rent 18.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.5%
Cap Rate 3.6%
5-Year IRR 8.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +5.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.6%). 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
31.0%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
3.0/5
Balanced
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.8%
Stable
Eviction process: Slow Rent control: Moderate

Demographics in 56650

Population: 932

💰 Median Household Income
$73,125
This area
$73,125
State
$77,168
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
10.0%
This area
10.0%
State
18.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.6%
This area
1.6%
State
-3.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
27.7%
This area
27.7%
State
20.0%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
51.9 years
This area
51.9 years
State
37.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
31.0%
This area
31.0%
State
17.0%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 79.3%
Other/Mixed 19.4%
Black/African American 1.4%
Hispanic/Latino 1.0%
👶 Under 18
17.6%
This area
17.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
32.3%
This area
32.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.8%
This area
4.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 56650

A+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
13.3:1 Avg Class Size
$26,189 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

KELLIHER SECONDARY

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
159 Students
👨‍🏫
11.6:1 Class Size
💰
$26,189 Per Student
A Very Good

KELLIHER ELEMENTARY

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
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169 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
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$26,189 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

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

Does Kelliher, MN make sense for an investment property?

Yes - Kelliher, MN a 3.0/5 investability score. With $193K home prices against $891/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

What do rentals go for in Kelliher, MN?

Kelliher, MN rentals go for roughly $891/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $193K acquisition costs.

Are there empty rentals in Kelliher, MN?

Vacancy risk in Kelliher, MN is elevated. That supports predictable cash flow for typical rental holds.

Does Kelliher, MN favor landlords or tenants?

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

Is housing expensive in Kelliher, MN?

Expect median prices around $193K in Kelliher, MN. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been steady.

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