Real Estate Investing in Nortonville, Kansas (66060)

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Atchison County • Population: 1,255 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 66060 (Nortonville, KS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (84/100)

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

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• 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 $211,274
Avg Monthly Rent $882
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $87,188
% Renters 14.2%

Market Analysis: 66060 Nortonville

This part of Atchison County is not an easy win. The 66060 ZIP shows softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

Rent of $882/mo on a $211K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 66060 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

In the broader KS picture, 66060 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

Employment concentration in 66060 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

New investors are better served looking at Nortonville's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 66060. 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 Nortonville:

B+ Great
Buy Confidence Score: 78/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+16.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $882/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: This area shows favorable conditions for homebuyers. Solid fundamentals with reasonable affordability.
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WARM MARKET
Atchison, KS Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
7.5%
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 Atchison, KS metro data
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Property Strategy for 66060

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
5.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+7.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$61,529/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $123,059 $980 5.7% +6.6% $61,529
3BR $213,418 $1,300 4.4% +7.4% $71,139

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$223K$192K$160K$129K$97K$66KApr 2009Dec 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 66060 Compare?

Metric 66060 Nortonville Atchison, KS Kansas
Home Value $211,274 $211,274 N/A $237,409
5-Year CAGR 7.5% 7.5% N/A 7.2%
Avg Rent $882 $882 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.3% 3.3% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.3%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.5%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Atchison, KS metro

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

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $211,274
Monthly Rent $882
Price-to-Rent 20.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.0%
Cap Rate 3.3%
5-Year IRR 10.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +16.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +9.1% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.3%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.3%). 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
6.2%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.5%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 66060

Population: 1,255

💰 Median Household Income
$87,188
This area
$87,188
State
$67,472
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.2%
This area
14.2%
State
22.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.3%
This area
0.3%
State
-2.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
13.6%
This area
13.6%
State
17.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.7 years
This area
37.7 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
6.2%
This area
6.2%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 96.5%
Other/Mixed 3.4%
👶 Under 18
29.0%
This area
29.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
18.3%
This area
18.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
11.1%
This area
11.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 66060

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
15.3:1 Avg Class Size
$16,856 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Jefferson County North Elem/Middle

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
👥
330 Students
👨‍🏫
15.3:1 Class Size
💰
$16,856 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home value in Nortonville, KS?

Expect median prices around $211K in Nortonville, KS. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been consistent.

Are landlord laws favorable in Nortonville, KS?

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

Are tenants stable in Nortonville, KS?

Working renters make up the core of the Nortonville, KS tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

What is the smart move for investors in Nortonville, KS?

Most investors in Nortonville, KS run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Nortonville, KS?

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

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