Real Estate Investing in Gurley, Nebraska (69141)

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Cheyenne County • Population: 399 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 69141 (Gurley, NE)? 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 (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: 13.3% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $164,988
Avg Monthly Rent $873
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $78,500
% Renters 18.4%

Market Analysis: 69141 Gurley

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Gurley's 69141 ZIP clocks in at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $165K pricing implies.

The investment case in 69141 is impressive only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $165K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

The gap between 69141 and stronger Gurley ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

Demographically, 69141 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.

Strategy in 69141 is an operator game, not a passive one. In practical terms, entry prices of $165K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 Gurley:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 77/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+6.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $873/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)

$172K$156K$139K$122K$105K$88KMay 2017Dec 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 69141 Compare?

Metric 69141 Gurley Nebraska
Home Value $164,988 $164,988 $269,423
5-Year CAGR 6.4% 6.4% 6.7%
Avg Rent $873 $873 -
Cap Rate 4.1% 4.1% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.1%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.4%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $164,988
Monthly Rent $873
Price-to-Rent 15.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.4%
Cap Rate 4.1%
5-Year IRR 10.5%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +6.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +2.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.1%). 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
13.3%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.4%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 69141

Population: 399

💰 Median Household Income
$78,500
This area
$78,500
State
$70,851
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
18.4%
This area
18.4%
State
22.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.1%
This area
5.1%
State
-5.2%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
16.0%
This area
16.0%
State
15.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
55.6 years
This area
55.6 years
State
33.1 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
13.3%
This area
13.3%
State
15.6%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 87.6%
Other/Mixed 10.7%
Asian 1.7%
👶 Under 18
23.1%
This area
23.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
26.2%
This area
26.2%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.2%
This area
4.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 69141

A Avg School Grade
1 Schools
7.2:1 Avg Class Size
$30,048 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

LEYTON ELEMENTARY/JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
👥
95 Students
👨‍🏫
7.2:1 Class Size
💰
$30,048 Per Student
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  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

How strong is tenant demand in Gurley, NE?

Gurley, NE draws a measured base of working renters. Demand at the $873/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Gurley, NE?

Gurley, NE falls under NE landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

What strategy should investors use in Gurley, NE?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Gurley, NE. With home values at $165K and rents near $873/mo, other strategies can work but produce steady rather than outsized returns.

How quickly do rentals get leased in Gurley, NE?

Vacancy risk in Gurley, NE is elevated. That supports steady cash flow for typical rental holds.

Does house hacking make sense in Gurley, NE?

House hacking works a challenging in Gurley, NE. Rents of $873/mo against $165K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

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