Real Estate Investing in Horace, North Dakota (58051)

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Cass County • Population: 1,654 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 58051 (Horace, ND)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (67/100)

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 price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 40.3 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• 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 $422,145
Avg Monthly Rent $873
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $115,875
% Renters 13.7%

Market Analysis: 58051 Horace

From a cash-flow lens, ZIP 58051 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $422K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

The investment case in 58051 is solid only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $422K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Within ND, ZIP 58051 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Cass County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and significant enough to shape underwriting.

Demographically, 58051 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.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 58051 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Horace:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 63/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.8%)
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.
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BALANCED MARKET
Fargo, ND-MN Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
52 days
Average time to sell
Average
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 Fargo, ND-MN metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$441K$386K$332K$278K$223K$169KJan 2009Oct 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 58051 Compare?

Metric 58051 Horace Fargo, ND-MN North Dakota
Home Value $422,145 $421,150 N/A $278,677
5-Year CAGR 4.3% 2.9% N/A 3.7%
Avg Rent $873 $1,424 N/A -
Cap Rate 1.6% 2.6% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
1.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.3%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $422,145
Monthly Rent $873
Price-to-Rent 40.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.5%
Cap Rate 1.6%
5-Year IRR 5.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.6%). 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
5.2%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.3%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 58051

Population: 1,654

💰 Median Household Income
$115,875
This area
$115,875
State
$79,504
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
13.7%
This area
13.7%
State
19.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.5%
This area
1.5%
State
-6.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
44.9%
This area
44.9%
State
16.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
33.5 years
This area
33.5 years
State
28.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
5.2%
This area
5.2%
State
22.9%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 98.3%
Other/Mixed 1.7%
Hispanic/Latino 0.7%
👶 Under 18
33.5%
This area
33.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
10.5%
This area
10.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.2%
This area
6.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 58051

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
12.5:1 Avg Class Size
$16,617 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

KINDRED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
481 Students
👨‍🏫
10.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,617 Per Student
A Very Good

KINDRED HIGH SCHOOL

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
412 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$16,617 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it easy to find good tenants in Horace, ND?

The renter base in Horace, ND is reasonable for the $873/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields predictable tenants.

What kind of market is Horace, ND for investors?

Investors tracking Horace, ND will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $422K median home values and $873/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting steady returns.

What is the typical vacancy rate in Horace, ND?

Horace, ND vacancy trends elevated. Investors running standard buy-and-hold plays see reasonable downtime between tenants.

How do experienced investors play Horace, ND?

The best-fit strategy in Horace, ND is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

What is the average home sale price in Horace, ND?

Expect median prices around $422K in Horace, ND. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been steady.

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