Real Estate Investing in Drayton, North Dakota (58225)

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Pembina County • Population: 1,146 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 58225 (Drayton, ND)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (65/100)

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

📈 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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 12.8% 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $138,255
Avg Monthly Rent $873
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $69,632
% Renters 21.2%

Market Analysis: 58225 Drayton

The 58225 ZIP covers a section of Drayton that demands careful diligence. Prices near $138K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

The 58225 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

In the broader ND picture, 58225 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

Employment concentration in 58225 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

Strategically, 58225 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 Drayton:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 73/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+10.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $873/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.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$141K$134K$126K$119K$112K$105KFeb 2018May 2022Jul 2026

📊 How Does 58225 Compare?

Metric 58225 Drayton North Dakota
Home Value $138,255 $138,255 $278,677
5-Year CAGR 3.7% 3.7% 3.7%
Avg Rent $873 $873 -
Cap Rate 4.9% 4.9% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.9%
Fair
5yr Growth
+3.7%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $138,255
Monthly Rent $873
Price-to-Rent 13.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.6%
Cap Rate 4.9%
5-Year IRR 8.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +10.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.9%). 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
12.8%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.7%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 58225

Population: 1,146

💰 Median Household Income
$69,632
This area
$69,632
State
$79,504
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
21.2%
This area
21.2%
State
19.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.7%
This area
1.7%
State
-6.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
19.7%
This area
19.7%
State
16.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
43.8 years
This area
43.8 years
State
28.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
12.8%
This area
12.8%
State
22.9%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.8%
Other/Mixed 4.1%
Hispanic/Latino 2.3%
Black/African American 0.1%
👶 Under 18
25.4%
This area
25.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
24.9%
This area
24.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
2.8%
This area
2.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 58225

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
10.8:1 Avg Class Size
$25,758 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

DRAYTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
👥
121 Students
👨‍🏫
9.4:1 Class Size
💰
$25,758 Per Student
B+ Above Average

DRAYTON HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
49 Students
👨‍🏫
12.3:1 Class Size
💰
$25,758 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are home prices like in Drayton, ND?

The median home value in Drayton, ND is roughly $138K. That puts it reasonable relative to the ND statewide average.

Is real estate in Drayton, ND a good investment right now?

Drayton, ND scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $138K and rents near $873/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

What investment strategy works best in Drayton, ND?

In Drayton, ND the healthy play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $138K prices and $873/mo rents suits that approach.

Can I house hack in Drayton, ND?

Drayton, ND offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $873/mo rent level.

What is the tenant pool like in Drayton, ND?

The tenant pool in Drayton, ND is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $873/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

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