Real Estate Investing in Calvin, Oklahoma (74531)

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Hughes • Population: 900 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 74531 (Calvin, OK)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (60/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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 vacancy: 32.4% 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

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $172,658
Avg Monthly Rent $855
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $42,344
% Renters 25.7%

Market Analysis: 74531 Calvin

This part of Hughes is not an easy win. The 74531 ZIP sits at softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 74531 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

ZIP 74531's metrics run below Hughes's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

The demographic picture in 74531 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Calvin averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

The right play in 74531 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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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 Calvin:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+15.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $855/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)

$181K$157K$134K$110K$87K$63KOct 2014Sep 2020Jul 2026

📊 How Does 74531 Compare?

Metric 74531 Calvin Oklahoma
Home Value $172,658 $172,658 $214,563
5-Year CAGR 5.5% 5.5% 6.9%
Avg Rent $855 $855 -
Cap Rate 3.9% 3.9% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.5%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $172,658
Monthly Rent $855
Price-to-Rent 16.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.9%
Cap Rate 3.9%
5-Year IRR 9.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +15.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +8.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.9%). 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
32.4%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.5%
Stable
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 74531

Population: 900

💰 Median Household Income
$42,344
This area
$42,344
State
$58,994
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
25.7%
This area
25.7%
State
25.6%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.4%
This area
1.4%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
17.6%
This area
17.6%
State
14.2%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.3 years
This area
40.3 years
State
30.2 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
32.4%
This area
32.4%
State
20.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 78.9%
Other/Mixed 19.5%
Black/African American 1.7%
Hispanic/Latino 0.1%
👶 Under 18
28.9%
This area
28.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.7%
This area
20.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
19.2%
This area
19.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 74531

B+ Avg School Grade
2 Schools
12.4:1 Avg Class Size
$16,481 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

CALVIN ES

📚 Pre-K – 08 School
👥
124 Students
👨‍🏫
10.5:1 Class Size
💰
$16,481 Per Student
B Good

CALVIN HS

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
45 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$16,481 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical home price in Calvin, OK?

In Calvin, OK the median home value sits at $173K. Against the broader OK market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

How strong are rents in Calvin, OK?

Investors in Calvin, OK typically see rents near $855/mo per month against $173K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

How deep is the rental pool in Calvin, OK?

The tenant pool in Calvin, OK is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $855/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

What real estate strategy is ideal for Calvin, OK?

For Calvin, OK, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Calvin, OK?

Rental vacancy in Calvin, OK is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

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