Real Estate Investing in Park River, North Dakota (58270)

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Walsh County • Population: 1,838 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 58270 (Park River, ND)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

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: 16.2% 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

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $180,262
Avg Monthly Rent $1,062
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $71,458
% Renters 25.3%

Market Analysis: 58270 Park River

ZIP 58270 in Park River, ND carries a resilient set of headwinds. Home values near $180K and rents of $1,062/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

The investment case in 58270 is significant only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $180K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Statewide comparisons place 58270 among ND's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Who lives in 58270 is part of why the ZIP is priced as it is. The demographic profile requires hands-on management, tight screening, and local knowledge.

Strategically, 58270 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 Park River:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 77/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+9.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,062/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)

$187K$171K$154K$138K$122K$105KFeb 2017Nov 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 58270 Compare?

Metric 58270 Park River North Dakota
Home Value $180,262 $180,262 $278,677
5-Year CAGR 5.3% 5.3% 3.7%
Avg Rent $1,062 $1,062 -
Cap Rate 4.6% 4.6% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.6%
Fair
5yr Growth
+5.3%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $180,262
Monthly Rent $1,062
Price-to-Rent 14.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.1%
Cap Rate 4.6%
5-Year IRR 9.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +9.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.3% ▲
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: 4.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.6%). 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
16.2%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.3%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 58270

Population: 1,838

💰 Median Household Income
$71,458
This area
$71,458
State
$79,504
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
25.3%
This area
25.3%
State
19.2%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.5%
This area
0.5%
State
-6.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.8%
This area
20.8%
State
16.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
48.7 years
This area
48.7 years
State
28.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
16.2%
This area
16.2%
State
22.9%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 93.8%
Other/Mixed 5.9%
Black/African American 0.4%
Hispanic/Latino 0.2%
👶 Under 18
20.7%
This area
20.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
27.2%
This area
27.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 58270

B+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
13.5:1 Avg Class Size
$15,061 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

PARK RIVER AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
284 Students
👨‍🏫
12.5:1 Class Size
💰
$15,061 Per Student
B+ Above Average

PARK RIVER AREA HIGH SCHOOL

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
191 Students
👨‍🏫
14.4:1 Class Size
💰
$15,061 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • 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

How much does a house cost in Park River, ND?

Homes in Park River, ND typically sell near $180K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which measured long-term demand.

Is Park River in ND worth investing in?

Our data puts Park River, ND at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $180K and rents around $1,062/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

Is the tenant base reliable in Park River, ND?

The renter base in Park River, ND is reasonable for the $1,062/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields consistent tenants.

Is Park River, ND good for landlords?

Park River, ND falls under ND landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

What is the best play in Park River, ND?

Park River, ND investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($180K prices, $1,062/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

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