Real Estate Investing in Lenexa, Kansas (66219)

Everything the listing leaves out — vacancy, rent trend, cap rate, landlord climate. All free.

Johnson County • Population: 13,410 • Data updated: September 2026

☆ Watch this market Free account

Should you buy in 66219 (Lenexa, KS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 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.

What’s happening in Lenexa, KS (66219)?

Click any question — our AI will research it live from the web and show you sources.

✨ Live AI + Web Search
Want to ask your own questions? Upgrade to Pro for unlimited custom queries.
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 $472,234
Avg Monthly Rent $1,764
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $87,439
% Renters 64.6%

Market Analysis: 66219 Lenexa

Looking more closely, ZIP 66219 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $472K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $472K asset, 66219 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

In the broader KS picture, 66219 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

A healthy renter share of 65% in 66219 is not, on its own, a problem — but paired with below-average income and high mobility, it changes the operating playbook.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. sturdy returns are possible in 66219, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

Explore the Data — Click a Tab Below
🏦 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 Lenexa:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 66/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,764/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.
⚖️
BALANCED MARKET
Kansas City, MO-KS Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
30 days
Average time to sell
Fast
12.7%
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 Kansas City, MO-KS metro data
🏠

Property Strategy for 66219

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.2% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+7.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$107,737/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $370,961 $2,140 4.2% +6.8% $123,654
4BR $455,984 $2,540 4.0% +7.0% $113,996
5BR $538,687 +6.9% $107,737

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$493K$432K$371K$310K$249K$188KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,789$1,716$1,644$1,571$1,499$1,427Oct 2022Sep 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 66219 Compare?

Metric 66219 Lenexa Kansas City, MO-KS Kansas
Home Value $472,234 $531,760 N/A $237,409
5-Year CAGR 5.9% 5.8% N/A 7.2%
Avg Rent $1,764 $1,877 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.9% 2.8% - -
💡 Why Invest in 66219? Click to expand

With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

65% of households rent in this area, creating consistent tenant demand for landlords.

📊 See where this ZIP ranks in our Best-of lists →
A great house in the wrong ZIP is still a bad deal — screen every market by cash flow & cap rate.
Open the Market Finder →
Free to search · investor plans from $19/mo

Landlord Ground Truth

Real numbers from people who own or manage rentals in ZIP 66219 (Lenexa, KS). Anonymous, moderated, never written by AI.

Do you own or manage rentals in ZIP 66219 (Lenexa, KS)?

~25 seconds · no account needed · your report is anonymous

Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.9%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $472,234
Monthly Rent $1,764
Price-to-Rent 22.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.5%
Cap Rate 2.9%
5-Year IRR 8.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +4.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.9%). 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.

Run an IRR Analysis →

⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
4.6%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.9%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 66219

Population: 13,410

💰 Median Household Income
$87,439
This area
$87,439
State
$67,472
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
64.6%
This area
64.6%
State
22.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.7%
This area
1.7%
State
-2.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
54.6%
This area
54.6%
State
17.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
34.1 years
This area
34.1 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.6%
This area
4.6%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 82.3%
Other/Mixed 10.2%
Hispanic/Latino 7.2%
Asian 4.5%
Black/African American 3.1%
👶 Under 18
19.0%
This area
19.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
11.9%
This area
11.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

🚧

Crime & Safety Data Coming Soon

We're integrating comprehensive crime statistics including violent crime rates, property crime, and safety scores to help you make informed investment decisions.

Expected: Q1 2025

🎓 Schools in 66219

A Avg School Grade
3 Schools
14.0:1 Avg Class Size
$15,904 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Christa McAuliffe Elem

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
407 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$15,904 Per Student
A Very Good

Lenexa Hills Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
311 Students
👨‍🏫
14.0:1 Class Size
💰
$15,904 Per Student
A Very Good

Sunflower Elem

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
397 Students
👨‍🏫
14.7:1 Class Size
💰
$15,904 Per Student

Nearby Schools (4 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A Very Good

Rising Star Elem

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 8600 Candlelight Ln, Lenexa
👥
459 Students
👨‍🏫
14.2:1 Class Size
💰
$15,904 Per Student
A Very Good

Rosehill Elem

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 9801 Rosehill Rd, Lenexa
👥
469 Students
👨‍🏫
14.5:1 Class Size
💰
$15,904 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Manchester Park Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
📍 9810 Prairie Creek Rd, Lenexa
👥
613 Students
👨‍🏫
17.7:1 Class Size
💰
$15,538 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Mill Creek Elem

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 13951 W 79th St, Shawnee
👥
497 Students
👨‍🏫
17.0:1 Class Size
💰
$15,904 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.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 5,786 Off-Campus Students
C
Johnson County Community College
17,121 students · 3.3 mi
C
Paul Mitchell the School-Overland Park
189 students · 4.8 mi
C
MidAmerica Nazarene University
1,539 students · 5.3 mi
C
Cleveland University-Kansas City
588 students · 5.5 mi
C+
Mitsu Sato Hair Academy
97 students · 5.9 mi
C
Kansas Christian College
143 students · 6.7 mi
C
Ottawa University-Online
957 students · 7.8 mi
C
Ottawa University-Kansas City
431 students · 7.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 5,786 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lenexa, KS favor landlords or tenants?

KS ranks as a landlord-friendly state for landlord-tenant law. Lenexa generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Lenexa, KS?

Lenexa, KS carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect measured absorption at market rents of $1,764/mo.

Are homes affordable in Lenexa, KS?

Homes in Lenexa, KS typically sell near $472K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which measured long-term demand.

Can I house hack in Lenexa, KS?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Lenexa, KS reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

What is the tenant pool like in Lenexa, KS?

Tenant quality in Lenexa, KS ranks as solid. Landlords generally report measured occupancy at market rents of $1,764/mo.

You know 66219 now. You don’t know where it ranks.

This page stays free — all of it. What one page can’t tell you is how 66219 compares to every other market. Investor ($19/mo) screens every U.S. ZIP by cap rate, the 1% rule, vacancy and landlord climate, and exports your shortlist.

Compare Plans

How 66219 ranks in Kansas City, MO-KS

Every ZIP in this metro, ranked. Free.

Cash Flow → Appreciation → Affordable → 1% Rule →
🤖

AI Market Advisor

Ask questions about investing in 66219 (Lenexa)

Loading...

Community Ratings

What people who’ve spent time here actually say. Not paid reviews.

Be the first to rate 66219 (Lenexa, KS).

It takes 30 seconds. No signup. Your rating helps everyone who comes here after you.