Real Estate Investing in Redfield, Kansas (66779)

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Bourbon County • Population: 955 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 66779 (Redfield, KS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

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.

• 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 $198,249
Avg Monthly Rent $792
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $62,188
% Renters 11.2%

Market Analysis: 66779 Redfield

The 66779 ZIP covers a section of Redfield that demands careful diligence. Prices near $198K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $198K asset, 66779 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Looking more closely, 66779 offers a low basis, the region around Redfield has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

The demographic picture in 66779 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Redfield averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. sturdy returns are possible in 66779, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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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 Redfield:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 75/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+10.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $792/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.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$209K$177K$145K$113K$81K$49KMay 2009Dec 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 66779 Compare?

Metric 66779 Redfield Kansas
Home Value $198,249 $99,125 $237,409
5-Year CAGR 7.7% 7.7% 7.2%
Avg Rent $792 $792 -
Cap Rate 3.1% 3.1% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.1%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.7%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $198,249
Monthly Rent $792
Price-to-Rent 20.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.8%
Cap Rate 3.1%
5-Year IRR 10.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +10.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +7.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.7% ▲
10-Year CAGR +11.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.1%). 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
5.8%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.7%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 66779

Population: 955

💰 Median Household Income
$62,188
This area
$62,188
State
$67,472
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.2%
This area
11.2%
State
22.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.8%
This area
0.8%
State
-2.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
32.9%
This area
32.9%
State
17.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
30.5 years
This area
30.5 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
5.8%
This area
5.8%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 97.6%
Other/Mixed 2.4%
Hispanic/Latino 0.2%
👶 Under 18
41.4%
This area
41.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
12.7%
This area
12.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.9%
This area
10.9%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 66779

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
12.9:1 Avg Class Size
$16,382 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Uniontown High School

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
189 Students
👨‍🏫
11.7:1 Class Size
💰
$16,382 Per Student
B+ Above Average

West Bourbon Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
273 Students
👨‍🏫
14.1:1 Class Size
💰
$16,382 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

1 Nearby 112 Off-Campus Students
C
Fort Scott Community College
1,464 students · 14.4 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Which investment style suits Redfield, KS?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Redfield, KS. With home values at $198K and rents near $792/mo, other strategies can work but produce measured rather than outsized returns.

How much rent can I charge in Redfield, KS?

Rents in Redfield, KS run near $792/mo. Compared with median home prices of $198K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

What is the rental occupancy rate in Redfield, KS?

Occupancy in Redfield, KS runs steady with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $792/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Where do home prices stand in Redfield, KS?

Redfield, KS home values average about $198K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $792/mo in monthly income.

Does a duplex house hack pencil in Redfield, KS?

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

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