Real Estate Investing in Hoyt, Kansas (66440)

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Jackson County • Population: 1,924 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 66440 (Hoyt, KS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

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
1 flag
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 25.9 — 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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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 $296,483
Avg Monthly Rent $954
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $74,222
% Renters 10.5%

Market Analysis: 66440 Hoyt

The 66440 ZIP in Hoyt, KS is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $296K entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

Rent of $954/mo on a $296K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 66440 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

Nearby ZIPs in Hoyt have seen price recovery that 66440 has not matched. Jackson County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Stepping back, 1,924 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 66440 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 Hoyt:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+10.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $954/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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BALANCED MARKET
Topeka, KS Metro Area
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
35 days
Average time to sell
Average
10.3%
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 Topeka, KS metro data
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Property Strategy for 66440

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
3.9% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+10.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$94,014/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $196,240 $1,060 3.9% +9.8% $98,120
3BR $282,042 $1,400 3.6% +10.0% $94,014

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$313K$272K$230K$189K$147K$106KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 66440 Compare?

Metric 66440 Hoyt Topeka, KS Kansas
Home Value $296,483 $296,483 N/A $237,409
5-Year CAGR 7.7% 7.7% N/A 7.2%
Avg Rent $954 $954 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.5% 2.5% - -
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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
2.5%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.7%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Topeka, KS metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
40%
Days Pending
0/2
35 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $296,483
Monthly Rent $954
Price-to-Rent 25.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.9%
Cap Rate 2.5%
5-Year IRR 10.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +10.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +7.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR +9.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.5%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.5%). 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
7.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.7%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 66440

Population: 1,924

💰 Median Household Income
$74,222
This area
$74,222
State
$67,472
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
10.5%
This area
10.5%
State
22.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.2%
This area
2.2%
State
-2.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
30.1%
This area
30.1%
State
17.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
49.1 years
This area
49.1 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.1%
This area
7.1%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 91.8%
Other/Mixed 7.9%
Hispanic/Latino 2.6%
Asian 0.3%
👶 Under 18
20.5%
This area
20.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
24.0%
This area
24.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.8%
This area
3.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 66440

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
12.3:1 Avg Class Size
$16,088 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Royal Valley High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
229 Students
👨‍🏫
10.5:1 Class Size
💰
$16,088 Per Student
A Very Good

Royal Valley Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
383 Students
👨‍🏫
14.2:1 Class Size
💰
$16,088 Per Student
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much should I expect to pay for a home in Hoyt, KS?

Typical homes in Hoyt, KS go for around $296K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% consistent price movement.

Does house hacking work in Hoyt, KS?

House hacking works a challenging in Hoyt, KS. Rents of $954/mo against $296K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

What are vacancy rates like in Hoyt, KS?

Vacancy in Hoyt, KS is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $954/mo.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Hoyt, KS?

Average rent in Hoyt, KS is approximately $954/mo per month. Against $296K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

What is the renter demographic in Hoyt, KS?

Hoyt, KS offers a stable renter base at the $954/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

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