Real Estate Investing in Lyons, Kansas (67554)

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Rice County • Population: 4,122 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 67554 (Lyons, KS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (80/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

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 vacancy: 14.3% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $112,630
Avg Monthly Rent $810
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $62,446
% Renters 29.6%

Market Analysis: 67554 Lyons

Investors eyeing 67554 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $113K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

Rent of $810/mo on a $113K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 67554 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

Regionally, 67554 sits on the difficult end of the KS spectrum. The an appealing option for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Demographically, 67554 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

New investors are better served looking at Lyons's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 67554. 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 Lyons:

B+ Great
Buy Confidence Score: 80/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 1.8× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+16.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $810/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This area shows favorable conditions for homebuyers. Solid fundamentals with reasonable affordability.
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Property Strategy for 67554

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
8.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+8.6% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$36,697/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $73,393 $900 8.8% +7.1% $36,697
3BR $127,954 $1,210 6.8% +8.6% $42,651
4BR $152,666 $1,310 6.2% +7.2% $38,167

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$117K$105K$92K$80K$68K$55KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 67554 Compare?

Metric 67554 Lyons Kansas
Home Value $112,630 $112,630 $237,409
5-Year CAGR 7.9% 7.9% 7.2%
Avg Rent $810 $810 -
Cap Rate 5.6% 5.6% -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
5.6%
Fair
5yr Growth
+7.9%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $112,630
Monthly Rent $810
Price-to-Rent 11.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 8.6%
Cap Rate 5.6%
5-Year IRR 13.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +16.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 5.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (5.6%). 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
14.3%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 67554

Population: 4,122

💰 Median Household Income
$62,446
This area
$62,446
State
$67,472
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
29.6%
This area
29.6%
State
22.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.6%
This area
3.6%
State
-2.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.3%
This area
20.3%
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
14.3%
This area
14.3%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 78.8%
Other/Mixed 18.6%
Hispanic/Latino 16.0%
Black/African American 1.8%
Asian 0.7%
👶 Under 18
22.9%
This area
22.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.2%
This area
17.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.0%
This area
6.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 67554

A+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
9.9:1 Avg Class Size
$23,461 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Lyons High School

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
213 Students
👨‍🏫
10.4:1 Class Size
💰
$23,461 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Lyons Central Elementary

📚 03 – 05 Elementary
👥
150 Students
👨‍🏫
10.9:1 Class Size
💰
$23,461 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Lyons Middle School

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
174 Students
👨‍🏫
9.7:1 Class Size
💰
$23,461 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Lyons Park Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 02 Elementary
👥
164 Students
👨‍🏫
8.6:1 Class Size
💰
$23,461 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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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.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby
C
Sterling College
707 students · 10.8 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Which real estate strategy fits Lyons, KS?

The best-fit strategy in Lyons, KS is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in Lyons, KS?

Lyons, KS vacancy trends elevated. Investors running standard buy-and-hold plays see reasonable downtime between tenants.

What is the typical home price in Lyons, KS?

Homes in Lyons, KS typically sell near $113K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which consistent long-term demand.

How viable is house hacking in Lyons, KS?

The house hack math a challenging in Lyons, KS. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $810/mo rents and $113K home values.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Lyons, KS?

Average rent in Lyons, KS is approximately $810/mo per month. Against $113K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

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