Real Estate Investing in Joliet, Montana (59041)

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Carbon County • Population: 2,224 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 59041 (Joliet, MT)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (41/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 13.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 30.5 — 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

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $550,725
Avg Monthly Rent $1,503
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $79,625
% Renters 14.9%

Market Analysis: 59041 Joliet

The 59041 ZIP covers a section of Joliet that demands careful diligence. Prices near $551K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 59041 posts the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Nearby ZIPs in Joliet have seen price recovery that 59041 has not matched. Carbon County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

A substantial renter share of 15% in 59041 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

New investors are better served looking at Joliet's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 59041. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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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 Joliet:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 57/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 6.9× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+8.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,503/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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BALANCED MARKET
Billings, MT Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
58 days
Average time to sell
Average
8.8%
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 Billings, MT metro data
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Property Strategy for 59041

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
3.6% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+9.8% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$152,102/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $338,008 $1,670 3.6% +8.7% $169,004
3BR $561,053 $2,300 3.0% +9.8% $187,018
4BR $608,407 $2,610 3.1% +8.8% $152,102

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$576K$504K$431K$359K$287K$215KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 59041 Compare?

Metric 59041 Joliet Billings, MT Montana
Home Value $550,725 $550,725 N/A $457,278
5-Year CAGR 6.9% 6.9% N/A 9.2%
Avg Rent $1,503 $1,503 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.1% 2.1% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.1%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.9%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Billings, MT metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
52%
Days Pending
1/2
58 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $550,725
Monthly Rent $1,503
Price-to-Rent 30.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.3%
Cap Rate 2.1%
5-Year IRR 9.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +8.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.1%). 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
13.9%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 59041

Population: 2,224

💰 Median Household Income
$79,625
This area
$79,625
State
$64,023
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.9%
This area
14.9%
State
24.3%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.5%
This area
1.5%
State
-0.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
21.2%
This area
21.2%
State
20.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
48.1 years
This area
48.1 years
State
38.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
13.9%
This area
13.9%
State
26.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 96.5%
Other/Mixed 3.3%
Hispanic/Latino 1.3%
Black/African American 0.1%
👶 Under 18
20.2%
This area
20.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
25.9%
This area
25.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.0%
This area
8.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 59041

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
12.6:1 Avg Class Size
$12,979 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Joliet High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
140 Students
👨‍🏫
12.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,047 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Joliet School

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
166 Students
👨‍🏫
11.2:1 Class Size
💰
$11,445 Per Student
B Good

Joliet Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
102 Students
👨‍🏫
13.9:1 Class Size
💰
$11,445 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

Is real estate in Joliet, MT a good investment right now?

Our data puts Joliet, MT at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $551K and rents around $1,503/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

What is the average monthly rent in Joliet, MT?

Investors in Joliet, MT typically see rents near $1,503/mo per month against $551K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

Do rentals sit vacant long in Joliet, MT?

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

Are homes affordable in Joliet, MT?

Expect median prices around $551K in Joliet, MT. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been stable.

What investment strategy works best in Joliet, MT?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Joliet, MT. With home values at $551K and rents near $1,503/mo, other strategies can work but produce steady rather than outsized returns.

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