Real Estate Investing in Atwood, Kansas (67730)

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Rawlins County • Population: 1,828 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 67730 (Atwood, KS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (78/100)

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

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

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 11.4% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

• 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

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $139,715
Avg Monthly Rent $864
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $56,719
% Renters 34.5%

Market Analysis: 67730 Atwood

The 67730 ZIP covers a section of Atwood that demands careful diligence. Prices near $140K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

The 67730 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Within KS, ZIP 67730 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Rawlins County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and impressive enough to shape underwriting.

The demographic picture in 67730 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Atwood averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

Strategically, 67730 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Atwood:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 73/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+10.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $864/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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Property Strategy for 67730

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
8.5% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+4.5% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$39,798/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $81,540 $960 8.5% +3.2% $40,770
3BR $132,713 $1,150 6.2% +4.5% $44,238
4BR $159,193 $1,400 6.3% +3.6% $39,798

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$151K$134K$118K$101K$85K$68KFeb 2016May 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 67730 Compare?

Metric 67730 Atwood Kansas
Home Value $139,715 $139,715 $237,409
5-Year CAGR 4.3% 4.3% 7.2%
Avg Rent $864 $864 -
Cap Rate 4.8% 4.8% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.8%
Fair
5yr Growth
+4.3%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $139,715
Monthly Rent $864
Price-to-Rent 13.5:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.4%
Cap Rate 4.8%
5-Year IRR 9.1%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +10.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.0% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.8%). 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
11.4%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.3%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 67730

Population: 1,828

💰 Median Household Income
$56,719
This area
$56,719
State
$67,472
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
34.5%
This area
34.5%
State
22.4%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.1%
This area
0.1%
State
-2.1%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
17.9%
This area
17.9%
State
17.3%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
44.0 years
This area
44.0 years
State
32.6 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
11.4%
This area
11.4%
State
16.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 92.9%
Other/Mixed 6.4%
Hispanic/Latino 3.8%
Black/African American 0.7%
Asian 0.1%
👶 Under 18
26.2%
This area
26.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
23.3%
This area
23.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.5%
This area
8.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 67730

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
11.6:1 Avg Class Size
$16,346 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Rawlins County Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
207 Students
👨‍🏫
11.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,346 Per Student
A Very Good

Rawlins County Jr/Sr High School

📚 07 – 12 High School
👥
168 Students
👨‍🏫
11.3:1 Class Size
💰
$16,346 Per Student
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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home value in Atwood, KS?

Expect median prices around $140K in Atwood, KS. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been steady.

Are there empty rentals in Atwood, KS?

Atwood, KS sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader KS rental market.

Does Atwood, KS favor landlords or tenants?

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

Is Atwood, KS suited for a house hack?

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

What is the typical renter like in Atwood, KS?

Tenant quality in Atwood, KS ranks as solid. Landlords generally report measured occupancy at market rents of $864/mo.

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