Real Estate Investing in Opheim, Montana (59250)

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Valley County • Population: 284 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 59250 (Opheim, MT)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (40/100)

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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 17.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • 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 $231,750
Avg Monthly Rent $945
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income N/A
% Renters 29.0%

Market Analysis: 59250 Opheim

Investors eyeing 59250 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $232K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

The investment case in 59250 is resilient only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $232K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Nearby ZIPs in Opheim have seen price recovery that 59250 has not matched. Valley County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Stepping back, 284 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

The 59250 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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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 Opheim:

Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost × the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+10.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $945/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.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$256K$225K$195K$165K$135K$105KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 59250 Compare?

Metric 59250 Opheim Montana
Home Value $231,750 $231,750 $457,278
5-Year CAGR 5.0% 5.0% 9.2%
Avg Rent $945 $945 -
Cap Rate 3.2% 3.2% -

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.0%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $231,750
Monthly Rent $945
Price-to-Rent 20.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.9%
Cap Rate 3.2%
5-Year IRR 8.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +10.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.2%). 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
17.1%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 59250

Population: 284

💰 Median Household Income
N/A
🏠 Renter Occupied
29.0%
This area
29.0%
State
24.3%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.0%
This area
2.0%
State
-0.5%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
5.1%
This area
5.1%
State
20.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
32.4 years
This area
32.4 years
State
38.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
17.1%
This area
17.1%
State
26.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 93.4%
Hispanic/Latino 6.6%
Other/Mixed 6.6%
👶 Under 18
3.6%
This area
3.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
5.0%
This area
5.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.8%
This area
8.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 59250

A Avg School Grade
3 Schools
5.3:1 Avg Class Size
$57,400 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Opheim 7-8

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
4 Students
👨‍🏫
3.7:1 Class Size
💰
$57,400 Per Student
A Very Good

Opheim High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
8 Students
👨‍🏫
5.7:1 Class Size
💰
$57,400 Per Student
A Very Good

Opheim School

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
28 Students
👨‍🏫
6.5:1 Class Size
💰
$57,400 Per Student
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  • 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 should I expect to pay for a home in Opheim, MT?

Expect median prices around $232K in Opheim, MT. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been reliable.

How does Opheim, MT rate as a rental market?

Opheim, MT scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $232K and rents near $945/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

How deep is the rental pool in Opheim, MT?

The tenant pool in Opheim, MT is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $945/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

What is the average monthly rent in Opheim, MT?

Expect rents around $945/mo per month in Opheim, MT. With home values at $232K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

Are landlord laws favorable in Opheim, MT?

Rental owners in Opheim, MT deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

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