Real Estate Investing in Roundup, Montana (59072)

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Musselshell County • Population: 4,590 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 59072 (Roundup, MT)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

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: 17.4% 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 $238,504
Avg Monthly Rent $1,233
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $55,675
% Renters 19.2%

Market Analysis: 59072 Roundup

Investors eyeing 59072 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $239K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

For an experienced owner, 59072 can be a a solid fit for hunting ground — but the discount at $239K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

In practical terms, 59072 offers a low basis, the region around Roundup has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

Resident income in 59072 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

The right play in 59072 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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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 Roundup:

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 4.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+10.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,233/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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Property Strategy for 59072

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
1BR
6.0% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+7.7% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$75,333/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $149,384 $1,250 6.0% +7.0% $149,384
2BR $181,253 $1,370 5.4% +7.7% $90,627
3BR $268,931 $1,900 5.1% +7.2% $89,644
4BR $301,331 $2,290 5.5% +7.5% $75,333
5BR $393,032 $78,606

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$249K$221K$193K$165K$137K$109KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 59072 Compare?

Metric 59072 Roundup Montana
Home Value $238,504 $238,504 $457,278
5-Year CAGR 4.1% 4.1% 9.2%
Avg Rent $1,233 $1,233 -
Cap Rate 4.0% 4.0% -

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.0%
Fair
5yr Growth
+4.1%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $238,504
Monthly Rent $1,233
Price-to-Rent 16.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.2%
Cap Rate 4.0%
5-Year IRR 8.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +10.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.1% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.0%). 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
17.4%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.1%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 59072

Population: 4,590

💰 Median Household Income
$55,675
This area
$55,675
State
$64,023
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.2%
This area
19.2%
State
24.3%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.6%
This area
2.6%
State
-0.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
18.9%
This area
18.9%
State
20.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
51.6 years
This area
51.6 years
State
38.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
17.4%
This area
17.4%
State
26.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 92.2%
Other/Mixed 7.8%
Hispanic/Latino 1.3%
👶 Under 18
18.8%
This area
18.8%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
28.9%
This area
28.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
9.4%
This area
9.4%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 59072

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
15.7:1 Avg Class Size
$14,797 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Roundup Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
309 Students
👨‍🏫
17.1:1 Class Size
💰
$14,394 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Roundup 7-8

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
88 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$14,394 Per Student
B Good

Roundup H S

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
171 Students
👨‍🏫
15.9:1 Class Size
💰
$15,603 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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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

Are rents high in Roundup, MT?

Rents in Roundup, MT run near $1,233/mo. Compared with median home prices of $239K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Do rentals sit vacant long in Roundup, MT?

Rental vacancy in Roundup, MT is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

What is the investability score for Roundup, MT?

Roundup, MT shows an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $239K and average rents around $1,233/mo. That combination puts it in the robust tier for investor interest.

Is Roundup, MT good for house hacking?

House hacking in Roundup, MT is a challenging. With home values around $239K and rents at $1,233/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

Is Roundup, MT good for landlords?

For rental operators, Roundup, MT rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

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