Real Estate Investing in Reeds, Missouri (64859)

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Jasper County • Population: 1,203 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 64859 (Reeds, MO)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (38/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 27.7 — 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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2.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

0.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $280,706
Avg Monthly Rent $846
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $53,958
% Renters 27.0%

Market Analysis: 64859 Reeds

The 64859 ZIP covers a section of Reeds that demands careful diligence. Prices near $281K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

Meanwhile, the numbers look inviting — $281K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 64859 is substantial and deserves full respect.

The gap between 64859 and stronger Reeds ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

The demographic picture in 64859 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Reeds averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

Strategically, 64859 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 Reeds:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 54/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.2× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $846/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
Joplin, MO Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
50 days
Average time to sell
Average
8.6%
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 Joplin, MO metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$306K$287K$269K$251K$233K$215KFeb 2022May 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 64859 Compare?

Metric 64859 Reeds Joplin, MO Missouri
Home Value $280,706 $280,706 N/A $254,657
5-Year CAGR N/A N/A N/A 7.0%
Avg Rent $846 $846 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.4% 2.4% - -
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Investability
Fair
Cap Rate
2.4%
Low

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Joplin, MO metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
55%
Days Pending
1/2
50 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $280,706
Monthly Rent $846
Price-to-Rent 27.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.6%
Cap Rate 2.4%
5-Year IRR 5.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.1% ▲
5-Year CAGR N/A
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: 2.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.4%). 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
7.8%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
N/A
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 64859

Population: 1,203

💰 Median Household Income
$53,958
This area
$53,958
State
$62,768
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
27.0%
This area
27.0%
State
23.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.1%
This area
3.1%
State
-8.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
13.5%
This area
13.5%
State
8.6%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
43.9 years
This area
43.9 years
State
20.4 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.8%
This area
7.8%
State
18.8%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 88.6%
Other/Mixed 10.2%
Hispanic/Latino 8.5%
Black/African American 1.1%
👶 Under 18
15.8%
This area
15.8%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
10.7%
This area
10.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
9.8%
This area
9.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 64859

Nearby Schools (1 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A Very Good

AVILLA ELEM.

📚 K – 08 School
📍 400 SARCOXIE ST, AVILLA
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108 Students
👨‍🏫
8.2:1 Class Size
💰
$17,388 Per Student
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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.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby 14 Off-Campus Students
C+
Carthage R9 School District-Carthage Technical Center
17 students · 8.5 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Reeds, MO stack up for property investment?

Yes - Reeds, MO a 2.0/5 investability score. With $281K home prices against $846/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

What is the typical home price in Reeds, MO?

In Reeds, MO the median home value sits at $281K. Against the broader MO market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

How much do tenants pay in Reeds, MO?

Expect rents around $846/mo per month in Reeds, MO. With home values at $281K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

Are renters plentiful in Reeds, MO?

Reeds, MO draws a reliable base of working renters. Demand at the $846/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

How should investors approach Reeds, MO?

Most investors in Reeds, MO run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 2.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

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